Acrylic on 90cm Panel Board | High Gloss Finish

Kōtare and Tui brings together the beauty of Aotearoa's native birds against the majesty of the Southern Alps. Inspired by the flowing depth and symbolism of sacred tattoo art, the landscape becomes more than a place. It becomes a journey.

The Kōtare and Tūī represent the artist's brother and sister, whose presence continues to live on through memory, love, and the natural world. Golden light breaks through the valley as a symbol of hope, resilience, and renewal, reminding us that even in life's darkest moments, light continues to find its way through.

Rich with native flora and layered texture, the work celebrates the enduring beauty and wairua of Aotearoa, inviting viewers to pause, reflect, and find their own meaning within the landscape.