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TRIBUTE SERIES

Artist statement

The Tribute paintings draw their inspiration from Tukutuku patterns, particularly the Poutama (Stairway to Heaven) design. The paintings in this series are named after people who have inspired me.

Graphic painting in red white and blue kowhaiwhai pattern included in the composition

Tribute H Page, 2024, oil on canvas, 450 x 450mm

Graphic painting in red white and blue kowhaiwhai pattern included in the composition similar to painting to left

Tribute I Wilson, 2024, oil on canvas, 400 x 400mm

This painting uses geometric forms combined with kowhaiwhai patterns and uses sheets of red orange pink purple dark blue red blue and soft green

Tribute L. Guise, 2024, oil and enamel on canvas, 450 x 450mm

Tribute M O'Dea, 2024, oil on canvas, 400 x 400mm

Tribute M. McBride, 2024, oil and enamel on canvas, 450 x 450mm

Tribute W. Read, 2024, oil and enamel on canvas, 450 x 450mm

Hohua/Joshua, 2004, oil on canvas (Early tribute)

Hone Kairiirii. 2004, 2800 x 12000mm, courtesy Wellington City Gallery. Photo Michael Roth

Hone komene, 2005, oil on canvas, 2000 x 1500mm

Prospect installation, Adam Art Gallery, 2004

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