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EXHIBITION POSTPONED
Jessie is based in Christchurch where she discovered in 2019, whilst recovering from an accident, the wonderful therapeutic nature of poured acrylic abstract art. Jessie loves the freedom of this art form, the constant need to let go of any preconceived ideas of what it may become, and allow it to evolve. She wants to Read more…
Heather’s influences on her work include traditional and contemporary Maori art and crafts especially weaving which was and is still predominantly the realm of Maori women. By focussing on women’s craft this exhibition of work honours the significant role women play in Maori society. Heather also believes that listening to the voices of our women Read more…
Tracey Clark is a self taught artist with her choice of medium being acrylic. Hidden within each of Tracey’s works is a necklace. They started as a splash of colour but have become her signature over time. Tracey loves to paint birds or animals in unusual situations or with a quirky twist. Tracey merges together Read more…
John Staniford currently lives in Napier and has a studio open to visitors. He is a full-time artist with over 50 years’ experience. Born in the UK in 1947 he came to New Zealand in 1961. John established a screen-printing business in Auckland before becoming a full-time artist. His ‘hard edged’ style is recognisable, and Read more…
Beth’s painted feathers capture the detail and personality of common and endangered birds, plants, scenes and trees of New Zealand. Ko Ngati Maniapoto. Ko Ngati Ruanui ki Taranaki. Ko Te Rarawa, Ko Te Aupouri, Ko Ngati Whatua, nga iwi Beth has painted on canvas in oils and acrylic dabbled with basic printing technics and sculptured Read more…
Karen Hamilton-Smith is a Wellington artist who paints in a slightly quirky and abstracted style, weaving allegoric elements through richly layered patinas. Her style is described as bold and warm. Her themes span a wide gamut – from fresh, memory-evoking seascapes; nostalgic objects of old; the powerful and summoning world of music; and families of Read more…
Debra has painted as a traditional artist for many years doing mostly post-impressionist styled acrylics on canvas inspired by the Fauvists and the Post Impressionists. Since 2017 she has been working in a new style of urban inspired works in the subject of popular culture and iconic people. The technique is mixed medium on board. Read more…
Christine is a Napier-based artist, and has been painting for more than 20 years, and drawing for most of her life. She is inspired by our wonderful scenery and loves to paint en plein air along the waterfront or in the city where there are many great subjects. Christine loves the beautiful colour and transparency Read more…
Napier based artist and primary school art teacher, Catherine enjoys the best of both her creative worlds. Always motivated by bright beautiful layers of colours, bold brushstrokes and floral abstract designs based on nature, Catherine is currently creating a new series of textured mixed media paintings. Catherine specialised in painting and photography at Teachers College Read more…
Born in 1977 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Mauricio Benega moved to New Zealand in 2004 and now lives and works as a full-time artist in Hastings. In 2001, Mauricio graduated with a degree in Visual Arts & Computer Graphics from the University of Tuiuti Parana in Brazil. He has also completed a post-graduate degree in Read more…
Tony is a New Zealand Pakeha Artist first & foremost. His art practice has grown out of his direct affiliation & experiences gained from the people & places of this land . Tony’s artworks are a representation of our cultural landscape here in Aotearoa. Tony’s love for art has developed from as far back as Read more…
Much of the inspiration for Heather Wilson’s work is drawn from her memories of a happy and carefree Kiwi childhood growing up in the 60s and 70s in Lower Hutt, Wellington. Heather’s art explores New Zealand’s iconic scenery and symbolism connected with 1970s geometric patterns. Her work often has a retro vibe inspired by Gio-Ponti, Read more…
Anita is a self-taught artist and has been creating art for all of her life. Anita’s creative flair reflects her personal style and has varied over the years as her vision has developed. Anita works as a full-time artist from her Home Studio and has been painting for over 20 years. Anita has a mix Read more…
Philip Carthew took up a paintbrush when he retired after many years in the Financial Services Industry. He had not painted since School Certificate days! His artistic flair was developed on first leaving school as a display and advertising artist, and when travelling overseas, he was fortunate to display his talents at Harrods of London. Read more…
Hope Gibbons is a contemporary New Zealand painter with works held in private collections here and throughout the world. Born and bred in beautiful Northland, Jody Gibbons is her name originally, but she uses her family name of HOPE GIBBONS as her artist signature to honor the passing of her father and as she already Read more…
