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25 Aug

Untitled - 2024

Humanoid – mixed media water colour and pencil

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25 Aug

Girl Hell - 2024

Crucifixion of feminism

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25 Aug

Ruru - 2024

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 […]

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25 Aug

Kahu - 2024

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 […]

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25 Aug

Kereru - 2024

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 […]

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25 Aug

Pohutukawa - 2024

Standing under the pohutukawa tree at my brothers and I loved the contrast of light and shadow. Acrylic on boxed canvas, ready to hang.

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25 Aug

Those summer days - 2024

An abundance of memories here, with an old shed, a favourite beach towel, finding shapes in the clouds and watching the Tui. Acrylic on boxed canvas, ready to hang.

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25 Aug

I am Tiger - 2024

I loved the eyes on this tiger and knew I had to paint it. Acrylic on boxed canvas, ready to hang.

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24 Aug

The Worldbuilder - 2024

This artwork is very personal to me, it captures several characters that have existed throughout my artistic journey, characters whom I believe represent cornerstones of my personality. These characters have come a long way and change through every incarnation in my artworks. I see them as parts of myself, parts of a whole that creates […]

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24 Aug

Pāua - 2024

One of a series of works exploring through woven textiles the contrast between the interior and exterior surfaces of the pāua shell. Handwoven from tencel, NZ corriedale wool and rayon yarns.

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