Motu-o-kura

This painting depicts Bare Island (Motu-o-Kura), a distinctive landform off the Hawke’s Bay coast. Painted for a family member for whom this place holds special meaning, the work reflects both memory and connection. The elongated shape of the island sits low against the horizon, its form defined by subtle folds and light, anchored between land and sea. Set just offshore, Motu-o-Kura feels both close and distant - a quiet marker in the landscape that carries presence, familiarity, and a sense of belonging.

2024

Oil on Canvas

600x800mm