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As a child I grew up in the remote farming area of the Waitotara Valley in the North Island of New Zealand, I was influenced at an early age by rural scenes such as the natural bush and shadows. Over the last \u00a030 years I have experimented in most mediums \u2013 Watercolors, Acrylics and Pastels but after our move to Wanaka I discovered that using oil paints and a palette knife on large canvases helped me to capture the dramatic lighting and sculptured lines of the unique Central Otago Landscape.<\/p>\n
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Living in Wanaka gives me amazing access to some great plein air painting because with only a short drive in any direction I can be amongst some breathtaking views. I have spent most of my life creating in some form and I am very grateful to have the opportunity to pursue my passion for painting.<\/p>\n
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I\u2019ve exhibited internationally and many of my large landscapes have found homes overseas as a reminder of this beautiful part of this world, although it is sometimes hard to part with a painting it is a privilege to think someone else will be enjoying what I have created.<\/p>\n
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