#940 Peaceful Retreat … always available. Mixed Media : Encaustic Wax, Acrylic, on Wood, Solid Oak Frame. 143 x 103 x 6cm
#742 Twilight … at twilight light takes on a new meaning … a zoom into condensed lighting – checking in to a special time of the day Mixed Media : Encaustic, Acrylic, Oil, Collage on Wood, Oak frame A tribute to Gustav Klimt (c1917) Unfinished sketch of a Lady 73 x 73 x 6cm
Drawn to primitive pottery with zoomorphic designs, this libation vessel is a modest homage to the classical Greek rhyton. Multiple firings and oxides were used to create the rustic patina. The eyes have gold lustre.
Resilience thrives where the land’s beauty meets life’s harsh edges. Figures move through vast, sun-drenched landscapes, quietly enduring, their strength woven into the earth beneath them. The scenery whispers of danger, yet it also cradles moments of grace, as if nature’s splendor might dissolve the shadows. Each scene holds a quiet tension, a delicate balance […]
I painted this charming young Morepork, or ‘Ruru,’ at the Resolution Festival, and she quickly became a beloved favourite. This curious little soul embodies the essence of inquisitiveness and discovery. Her playful nature and keen gaze reflect the profound journey of exploration that defines our quest for understanding. Curiosity is a powerful force that drives […]
In this painting, a majestic Kahu (Hawk) takes flight, captured in the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. Her expansive wings symbolize her transition from the warm embrace of her current comfort zone into the enigmatic darkness of the unknown. As she soars into the shadowy realm, she does so with a powerful grace, embodying […]
In this painting, the Kereru glides gracefully across a serene sky, her wings a gentle dance of resilience and harmony. Nestled within the quiet embrace of native bush, she embodies the spirit of abundance that flourishes when nature thrives in balance. The Kereru’s presence whispers tales of ancient wisdom and the rich interconnectedness of the […]
Standing under the pohutukawa tree at my brothers and I loved the contrast of light and shadow. Acrylic on boxed canvas, ready to hang.
