The absence of abundance is survival – sometimes we have to reflect on what is within us to find our abundance, strength, and ability to strive. Oil on canvas.
Spending time with animals changes who we are – we are forced to be introspective and considered. It can, at times, become our identity. Water colour and pastel on paper.
On the “tippy top” of many a New Zealand hill sit homes, families, stories & our sanctuaries. This is a stylized view of one of these special spots at golden hour, painted witj pops of colour in acrylic and detailed in coloured pencil, neocolor crayons, and inks.
I created the Flower of Plethora with the intention of reflecting how our need for want over need has us strangled in our obsession with consumerism. I used an upcycled Rimu bench to make the base. The flower is created from an old oven cloth made from scraps of fabric by my grandmother 70 years […]
Saori Mohair Crossover Vest - 2024
This Saori crossover vest is woven with mohair warp and weft. The Contrast theme is made using a warp threading pattern of white mohair with contrasting colours of pale grey, dark grey and cerise. The weft is white mohair. The pattern is made up of two pieces, the back piece folded on the diagonal and […]
This Jumper Dress is woven in the Saori hand weaving method. The warp is Saori organic cotton in muted cream and brown colours of different textures and dimensions. The weft colours are varied from the Saori organic cotton range there is a fine red thread combined throughout the cloth tying the colours together. The simple […]
Dressed in an intricate golden gown and adorned with gold-leaf earrings, Carmen epitomizes abundance through a celebration of beauty and nature. With opulent flowing locks, she stands before a lush backdrop of intertwined vines, blooming flowers, and peacock feathers. The rich palette of greens, purples, and gold complement her bold presence, highlighted further by her […]
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