Welcome!
As a mathematically-minded fan of astronomy, sci-fi, and the ever-shifting shades of nature, I enjoy creating alternate
views of our world for people to think about. Sometimes there is whimsy, other times there is a socio-political focus. The idea of parallel universes is also very appealing, and I explore this by contrasting night and day, black and white versus colour, and mix up paints and photographs at random.
My current body of work uses elements from an extensive collection of photographs blended with parts of painted
artworks. You may be able to spot various flora alongside dewdrops, building structures and props, weaving a story into
each image. Friends have also happily obliged in posing for me!
I have exhibited in various places around the country and regularly create pieces for the seasonal exhibitions at the
New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts in Wellington. Locally I exhibit at ConArt in Masterton, and Heart of Arts in Carterton.
You can also talk to me or follow me on Facebook.
The galleries below showcase the various media styles I enjoy working with and I have attempted to categorise these variations. I attempt to keep a surreal thread running throughout my art whether the subject matter is landscapes, nature vs technology, political and social, or just plain silliness!
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Having collected a large number of photographs over the years, and haphazardly creating compositions, I exhibited some new photo composite works in the SOLO51 exhibition at the New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts in May 2023. I was able to let loose with a stream of surreal images, using photoshop to literally cut, paste, and merge images as well as segments of paintings together for a story. They were very well received and got people thinking, so I was spurred on to another body of work for a 2024 exhibition at SPACE Gallery in Whanganui.
I also entered some work in the International Photography Awards 2024, and received an Honorable Mention for Allysium Dreams.
So, the show goes on, and whilst I am still painting a little, I'm happier with the digital side of my work for now. I must also emphasise that this is all my own work, and no AI is being used. Perish the thought!
The SPACE Gallery exhibition can be seen here; spacestudiogallery.co.nz/exhibition/quirks-and-charming-strangeness/