Samantha Sutherland is a textile artist based on Auckland’s Pohutukawa Coast. Her work blends free-motion embroidery with repurposed fabrics to create textured, expressive pieces that reflect personal resilience and the beauty of New Zealand’s natural environment. Samantha’s practice began during a time of deep personal challenge while caring for her daughter through two liver transplants. Art became a way to process, uplift, and reconnect. Her works range from native birds and coastal scenes to “positivity pictures” combining fabric offcuts and hand-stamped quotes. Each piece tells a heartfelt story of hope, healing, and the quiet power of creativity.
Summer
Section 1: 2D Small Works, any medium, open theme
Samantha Sutherland
Textile
Artwork ref: 2944
Sale Price $250
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Journey to today
Section 1: 2D Small Works, any medium, open theme
Samantha Sutherland
Textile
Artwork ref: 2946
Sale Price $180
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Coast
Section 1: 2D Small Works, any medium, open theme
Samantha Sutherland
Textile
Artwork ref: 2948
Sale Price $120
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