Fishing for Snapper around Great Barrier Island is a favourite pastime for many New Zealanders. I have portrayed images of the snapper at the turn of the tide, when they come out to feed. The use of Recycled Rimu Flooring and the Circular shape represent the Cycle of life and its abundance and the importance […]
The stars of New Zealand - Nga Whetu o Aotearoa - 2024
Inspired by the beauty of the New Zealand night sky, I crafted this artwork, a celestial panorama. It depicts a breathtaking scene of the Southern Hemisphere’s night sky, featuring familiar constellations like Orion and the Southern Cross, as well as the mesmerizing dance of the aurora australis, a vibrant green and purple light show that […]
My artwork conveys the relationship between a pet and its owner. The piece features my cat and myself at an equal stance capturing the expressive eyes of curiosity, trust and affection shared between us portraying the deep bond and connection between an owner and their animal. The background is painted greens and blues to represent […]
In this instance I have used receycled shelf glass with lustres on the tin side – they react beautifully together. The plate was layed on the kiln shelf on top of smashed used ceramic casting material, then slumped in a bowl mold.
Acrylic on canvas. My work is the depiction of my inner self, the time, the experiences the highs and lows of life. The dripping colours are the cultural, geographical changes which are overshadowing my Self.
The depiction of my inner self, where I glide into the realities of life, the unveiling of truth, the unfolding of emotions, the Miracles it is…
99 Pink Pigs in Mud- every quilt tells a story! - 2024
Challenged by a sister to create a quilt from designer “Tula Pink” – 100 Blocks ,found me using a collection of fabrics relating to global travel. These needed a POP of PINK in my minds eye. 99 of the 100 blocks has a pop of pink and tied in with the muddy tan/brown reminded me […]
This piece was inspired by the sinewy shapes of our endemic tuatara in a backdrop of yin and yang and the contrast of night and day. The name tuatara is derived from the Maori language and means “peaks on the back”.
