Milan Rice

Luella is a portrait of an upcoming local music artist in the Kingston area and is also a childhood friend of mine. I painted this piece as a gift for her releasing her new album and a token of our long-lasting friendship. In the painting, Luella stares off into space representing the new beginnings of her career and future. This portrait shows my hopes and best wishes to Luella for pursuing her passion as a music artist. The city of Kingston has so much talent regarding the arts, and being surrounded by my friend and her work has inspired me to pursue my artistic passions in life.

Subject: Luella

Luella, 2023, oil on wood, 9” x 12”

Milan Rice is a visual artist who lives in Kingston, Ontario. Art has always been a core part of her life, and she describes creating art as a fulfilling experience. Milan has adopted the Flemish oil painting style into her works and is fascinated by traditional oil painting techniques. In 2021 she participated in the Creative Arts Program, a specialized arts program where she further developed her skills. Now she studies at Queen’s University and paints as frequently as possible.