Hamish is an award-winning printmaker and painter based in Kāpiti. He recently returned home to Aotearoa NZ after 14 years living in London. His art consistently features conceptual abstracts, landscapes, seascapes, and horizons.
Because of his love of nature and our surroundings there is usually a nature-based narrative underpinning his work.
Hamish is an award-winning printmaker and painter based in Kāpiti. He recently returned home to Aotearoa NZ after 14 years living in London. His art consistently features conceptual abstracts, landscapes, seascapes, and horizons.
Because of his love of nature and our surroundings there is usually a nature-based narrative underpinning his work.
Curve Series
“Curves; my latest body of work, is an expression of energy and movement. Thick layers of textural colour draw attention to the painting’s surface and physicality, contributing to the overall movement and dynamism. Opposing curves are carved into the thick upper layers of paint to reveal underlying colour, form and texture within the work.
"These pieces are inspired by the Creation story from Māori mythology, which I became interested in while researching for a painting I was creating for a 2022 Matariki exhibition. This series currently has two branches; Creation and Storm."
Creation
"Each unique piece from ‘Creation’ is composed of gestural strokes - Ranginui (Sky Father) as a group of downward facing curves, and Papatūānuku (Earth Mother) as upward arching curves. In the beginning they are laying together in darkness in a close embrace."
Storm
"Each unique piece from the ‘Storm’ series is composed of directional gestural strokes, multiple transparent layers, and opposing curves visualising the elements unleashed by Tāwhirimātea (God of weather). He was angry about not being consulted when his brothers separated his parents Ranganui & Papatūānuku to let light into the world."
We also extend our deepest gratitude to the artists, designers, makers, and creatives who have shaped Kina over the years. Your talent, dedication, and creativity are the foundation of this space, and your work has left a lasting impression on our community.
Louise Douglas is a long standing jewellery artist here at Kina, creating delicate and distinctive works inspired by her natural surroundings. We had the pleasure of asking Louise about what makes her tick and what her creative process looks like.
Holly Roach is a versatile artist known for her gorgeously emotive landscapes. Sweeping brush strokes and a striking array of colours inspired by natural surroundings set the tone within her luscious compositions.
We are excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming exhibition, Journeyscapes, which will be held in August 2024. This exhibition will explore the multifaceted concept of journeys, delving into both the physical and metaphorical paths that shape our experiences and identities.
