Armani is a Shih Tzu. Though he has recently passed away, he has lived an incredible twenty years. This painting aims to demonstrate a big part he played in his owners\\\’ life despite his small size. His playful antics and boundless energy were a testament to his owner\\\’s zest for life. Armani was a wonderful […]
Nalah is a Belgian Sheppard. This painting aims to capture Nalah\\\’s soft gentle side as opposed to a typical tenacious police dog. Her calm and affectionate nature was a direct extension of her owner\\\’s serene and compassionate personality. Nalah\\\’s gentle eyes and soothing presence mirrored her owner\\\’s empathetic and nurturing spirit, creating a bond that […]
Oil on canvas depicting the Norsemen who invaded and settled in Britain. Along with various other settlers they formed part of my identity.
Oil on board. Kahikatea berries koroi are a source of food for birds and were collected by tangata whenua for special events. The plate references my settler heritage. There are inherent contrasts between the Koroī and plate. Koroī occur every few years on the female kahikatea. Small peppercorn seeds, attached to the bright berries are […]
Black and White.....Just so Right - 2024
Acrylic mixed media on board. Contrasting black/white, straight edge/curve, rough surface/smooth, shiny surface/matt. Opposites always attract. Texture and line always a feature of my work.
Handwritten thoughts about making artwork as a challenge when you don’t have much “me” time and the ideas keep coming but the “how to” makes it difficult to proceed. Something small, personally written, on orange paper, a colour that I love, and my shadow sitting next to the writing.
Who is Me, is a bit of a montage of ideas thrown together intuitively. The story it\’s telling is about the formation of identity and the self when it is formed largely to survive to others expectations. Also perhaps, under the surface costume and social masking, there exists an authentic \”Me\”. It is about the […]
