Sustainable Coastlines fundraising dinner 2019

Tofino I was pleased to be able to donate this large painting called Tofino to the sustainable coastlines, fund-raising dinner and do something for the environment. The painting represents a seemingly idyllic but illusory scene. Buildings are suspended, float on calm, untroubled water. However, they depend on the water for the support and sustenance. Their […]

Disputed Matisse goes to US Supreme Court

Interesting dispute over whether this beautiful Matisse portrait was looted or lost due to the dishonesty of a family member https://edition.cnn.com/style/article/matisse-portrait-supreme-court-intl-scli-gbr/

Like I said: A puppet!

Hillary Clinton’s recent tweet led me to reflect and write some words:   My beautiful creation so beautifully formed Perfect in every respect Languid and limp He casts a loving eye on his master who sits back, cracks his knuckles A benevolent smile, he chuckles   The puppet stirs, runs his fingers Comb like, through […]

The Power of Life’s Forces

British painter Jenny Saville’s comment about the search for the power of life’s forces is profound: “When I paint, I don’t search for beauty, but for the power of life’s force: when you fall in love with someone, it’s life’s force. When you see amazing food or you listen to music that goes right inside […]

Industry’s New Home

Nice message from Michael Battersby of Battersby and Co, Business Lawyers of Parnell, Auckland: “Your paintings are a big feature, they really give us all a lift! We are looking forward to seeing your latest works.”

AI Art

A painting Portrait of Edmond Belamy is up for auction at Christies in New York City in October. It is estimated to sell for $7,000 – $10,000. AI is predicted to take our jobs one day but now it seems It will also impinge on our leisure time – at least for those of us […]

Waitaks

Waitaks on wall in Jo and Daniel’s place

Dance

Finished today – silly and free spirited!