Painting details
Title: Paihia Looking North
Date: 2023
Size: 900mm x 600mm
Availability: Available from Tutukaka Art Gallery, Whangarei
Description:
Kylie Rusk’s Bay of Islands Looking North presents a serene view from Paihia Beach, looking towards the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds. This composition highlights the natural beauty of New Zealand’s Bay of Islands while acknowledging the cultural significance of the Treaty Grounds, where New Zealand’s founding document was signed in 1840.
Rusk employs her signature technique of textured brushwork, skillfully balancing light and shadow. The sky and water feature soft tones of dusty pink, warm white, and blue, evoking the colors of an evening sunset, while the land is rendered in lush greens, creating a harmonious and calming scene. The result is a luminous painting that feels both peaceful and inviting.
This artwork captures the timeless connection between New Zealand’s landscapes and its history. Bay of Islands Looking North is a versatile and meaningful piece, perfect for collectors seeking to celebrate the intersection of natural beauty and cultural heritage.