Melissa, known as QueenKulture, is a multidisciplinary visual artist from South Africa. Her work spans digital art, fashion, decor, painting, sculpting, and textile prints, blending Afrocentric and tribal line art into bold, contemporary narratives. Inspired by worldly cultures, she creates pieces that celebrate African identity and connect with a global art conversation.

QueenKulture is an artistic movement rooted in African heritage, cultural power, and innovation, where Melissa reinterprets traditional patterns through modern storytelling.

She holds a Diploma in Graphic Design from Cape Town College, with a distinction in Business and Entrepreneurship, and has studied Event Management at UCT and pattern making at Cape Town Fashion College. Melissa returned as an assistant lecturer and has been recognized in the Design Indaba competition and as Employee of the Year at Cape Media House. She has led projects with Topco Media and Media24.

In the cosmetics industry, Melissa has contributed to brand design and marketing for Woolworths, TFG, Edgars, Clicks, Dischem, Gerald Wells, and Ackermans, and consulted on events for Bains Whiskey, Oudemeester, Red Dane Men’s Skincare, and Maisons Spritzer. She has supported brand growth for Siwela Wines, Constance Beauty, Resort, and CobeFit, and assisted with branding for Musgrave Gin and Coca-Cola.

Today, Melissa embraces her role as the creative force behind QueenKulture—producing works both personal and universal. The world is her canvas.