29th January - 24th february
pop up gallery – SQUARE EDGE ARTS CENTRE
In 2021 I was funded by Creative New Zealand to paint a portrait of Rangitane whahine Ereni Te Awe Awe. After being on display at Square Edge Community Arts and in the library during history week the painting was gifted it to the city of Palmerston North.
When the painting was officially handed over to the city it was suggested by the mayor Grant Smith and Rangitane iwi members that I paint more portraits of important historical figures. People who were involved in the creation of the city of Palmerston North such as Te Peeti Te Awe Awe, George Snelson and Louisa Snelson among others.
When the painting was officially handed over to the city it was suggested by the mayor Grant Smith and Rangitane iwi members that I paint more portraits of important historical figures. People who were involved in the creation of the city of Palmerston North such as Te Peeti Te Awe Awe, George Snelson and Louisa Snelson among others.