Sculpture

Ann Winship

Ann Winship
Painting Sculpture

Like the impressionists, I usually paint on location (plein air) so I can capture the natural light in seascapes, cityscapes or landscapes of New Zealand. Clouds, water, light and shadow fascinate me, constantly changing as I paint. Usually I need 2 or 3 sessions on location and then more hours in the studio to complete a painting. Most of my work is oil or acrylic.

I also paint with watercolours which are more portable than my oils and easel but more challenging and less forgiving as a medium. I am inspired by the early landscape painters of New Zealand, especially J.C, Hoyte (1835-1913) and John Gully (1819-1888).

My large watery abstract paintings and lily ponds, that offer the viewer a serene and contemplative experience.

I continue to make long, flowing, hanging sculptures from copper wire. I call them Spirit Vessels which I ‘knit’ in the style of Ruth Asawa (1926-2013). Ruth was a San Francisco artist who was my next door neighbour when I was very young. Her work is part of the permanent collection at the de Young Museum... I love the delicate dance of shadows on the wall cast by these spirit vessels.

Enquiries or visits to my home studio are welcomed year round. Please call or text.

Please click on the examples of my work to see enlargements.

Bruce MacGregor

Bruce MacGregor
Painting Sculpture

Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Interior Design, Sculpture, Furniture Design

Bruce MacGregor has been drawing and painting from memory since he was four years old. His father taught him to draw as a tool to learn reading and writing.

He has experimented with all manners of paints, dyes, stains, other mediums, metal and timber looking for ways to express his experiences of life and the world. Hence line, colour, texture, abstraction and sculpture are all tools for his creative expression.

Bruce is largely self-taught, but where needed, as with his print making, he is grateful for the sharing of technique and knowledge of Perry Davies, and more recently, Dan Weldon at the University of Long Island, New York, at a Masters in Art workshop.

His work can be viewed at my gallery, Lakehouse Studio. Just phone for an appointment.

Please click on the thumbnails below to see enlargements of examples of his work.

Carlos Ward

Carlos Ward
Sculpture Wood Work

I began my apprenticeship making coffins and caskets of all things at Windsor Industries in Pahiatua 30 years ago, I slowly moved up the North Island making kitchens and cabinetry until 2001 when I did an about turn and went dairy farming.

My love of woodworking never left me however and I began making wooden toys and models for my sons. I left the farming industry 10 years ago and Fat Cow Woodcraft was born.

I tend to have many areas of interest and have an exhausting habit of jumping in way over my head, though this often adds to the drama, it generally manifests amazing results.

I like to create original pieces of furniture, tin slide guitars and carved models of classic cars and have recently discovered the wonderful world of intarsia.

Art being the fickle medium that it is, I've turned full time cabinet maker, designing and building kitchens and vanities by day and become an artisan at night furiously making toys and artworks for the next seasons shows.

Chris Collecutt

Chris Collecutt
Sculpture

The use of Corten steel and hardwood timbers are important to me in that both materials are found in everyday life but contrary to the throw away mind-set of today these will last 25 years plus.

Corten steel has its own unique aged finish [patina] both in texture and colour. Timber likewise.

Within each art piece are concepts which come from both nature and man-made structures. It is quite surprising just how powerful some of these are! Often these have a strong emotional pull hence attracting the viewer to any particular piece. Such pieces placed in your garden, or somewhere around your home, where they are viewed often leads to a peaceful recognition of significant drivers in life's journey

Hugh Mckechnie

Hugh Mckechnie
Sculpture Wood Work

Wood is a family thing. Early New Zealand McKechnie's operated sawmills in the "Catlins". I worked in wood mills as a young man. My grandfather, a master builder, and dad worked in the forest industry.

I love taking old pieces of wood, looking for beautiful images within, and making carvings and sculpture.

I've been carving from the age of 7 years. A mallet, chisel, a piece of kauri, an old Chelsea Sugar Factory beam or an old Totara post makes me happy. I look for beauty and I am motivated by love.

I welcome you to come and see waka, fanciful sea creatures and mermaids.

During KOAST this year you'll find me at  my studio  and at The Little Black Gallery

Looking forward to seeing you.

Click on the images below to see enlargements of Hugh's work.

Liz McAuliffe

Liz McAuliffe
Painting Sculpture

Creating from and with Nature has long been a way for Liz to stay connected to herself and the environment.

"I am attracted to the minutiae found in Nature, especially objects that are often bypassed or that go unnoticed.

I have always been intrigued by natural forms and I have an enjoyment, love and desire to work with my hands, this has been directed into my career as a full-time artist."

Liz participates in group exhibitions regularly, and her art is in national and international collections, including Italy, Germany, America, Denmark, England and Australia. In 2016 I had a 10 week artist residency in Denmark.

In these new works for KOAST Liz is continuing to push and blur boundaries, mainly between 2D and 3D, as well as abstract and literal.

She has  3 series of work available this year :-
- The Hokianga Sunsets are more abstract in the form of portraying the 'feeling' of a sunset rather than the actual view.
- Often it is a Slice of Nature that catches my eye, a bright spot on a leaf, a bird flitting just out of view and a change in the textures of the landscape.
- And A Church Around Every Corner is a playful expression of spotting a church around every corner, in often rugged landscapes.

Click on the images below to see enlargements of some of her work.

Mark Howard

Mark Howard
Sculpture Wood Work

Ko Tamatea raua ko Rakaumangamanga ōku maunga, ko Hokianga raua ko Ipipiri ōku moana, ko Ngatokimatawhaorua te waka, ko Te Rarawa me Ngapuhi nga iwi.

Ko Mark Howard tōku ingoa.

I am Mark Howard, I am from Taitokerau. I am a self taught carver who combines traditional and contemporary styles in my work. I am exceedingly fortunate to have skilled tohunga whakairo in my family, and I am part of a collective of carvers who offer guidance, support, and inspiration to one another.

After many years in Auckland working full time and pursuing my passion for carving part time, my wife and I relocated to an elevated bush property overlooking the Whangaroa harbour, where I could dedicate wholly to the art form. Immersed in the beauty of the abundant native flora and fauna, connected to the land of my ancestors, I am blessed with the resources at hand and the resounding resonance of a waterfall in my front yard.

Although the path chosen is a solitary one and often possesses unique challenges, ultimately, there is great satisfaction and reward...especially the response from recipients when their work is completed and acquired.

Raewyn King

Raewyn King
Painting Sculpture

Raewyn King works with many different mediums including paint, wood and mixed media. Her work can be very whimsical on the one hand, while many of her paintings (for example the America's Cup yachts) are very realistic.

You can see my work at the The little Black Gallery over KOAST at Labour Weekend.

Click on the images below to see enlargements of my work and scroll through the slideshow.