Mellisa Lane  Children’s Author and Illustrator                  'The Maremma and the Mermaid'

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Mellisa's  passion for creativity and storytelling shines through in her children's book, The Maremma and the Mermaid . Order your copy now!

The Maremma

and the Mermaid

On the south coast of Australia there is a little island off the mainland. The island is called Middle Island. Below its cliffs sparkles beautiful Stingray Bay. On the island lives a very special dog. His name is Bill the Maremma.
Bill is the guardian of the Middle Island Little Penguin colony.

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    Bill's new found friend Mary Mermaid encourages him to find the courage to face his fears and step out of his comfort zone, for the safety of the colony.

    It is Bill's responsibility to protect the endangered colony from predators, such as the Red Fox. Even when the tide is high and the water covers the beach between the island and the mainland, the sneaky Red Fox will try to find a way to climb onto the island. Bill has to be on watch at all times, to make sure this never happens.

Storytelling

"Mellisa's storytelling transports readers to a world where courage and determination prevail. Through vivid imagery and relatable characters, the book imparts valuable lessons about resilience, friendship and the importance of protecting our precious wildlife."

Other Artistic Endeavours

"From commissioned artwork inspired by the Warrnambool coastline to engaging storytelling sessions for children's events, Mellisa's talents span a variety of mediums. Mellisa is inspired to share her deep love for art and the local area with you."

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Mellisa Lane supports NDIS participants and neurodiverse creatives, in a comfortable studio space at StudioA in Warrnambool Victoria. Mellisa offer's 25 years experience in aged care and disability direct care support,

short term case management: transition to employment and crisis response support.


 With a focus on Capacity Building - Development of Daily Living and Life Skills and Access to Community and Social and Recreational Activities, Mellisa supports creatives to reach their full potential creatively

 - while enhancing abilities and increasing confidence in other areas of a participant's personal life. StudioA offers quality care and is a neurodiverse affirming service provider.

StudioA facilitates small social groups for neurodiverse creatives-

  adults, children, teens (Access to Community and Social and Recreational Activities)

1 to 1 support is also offered in the studio for people currently experiencing barriers to employment. 

 (Capacity Building – Increased Social and Community Participation
(Development of Daily Living and Life Skills)