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I describe myself as a simplistic style self taught artist having painted full time professionally for the past 20 years. Over the years I have learnt to interpret something seen, remembered or imagined; a slight gesture or pose may be the inspiration for a painting.
Painting the matriarchs of the pacific in poses of simplicity expressing their serenity this year I am including children . You may notice the eyes shut I paint them shut as there is no one staring to disturb the moment & gives the painting a sense of calmness
Having been inspired by my extended Samoan family and many visits to the Islands. My art works now reside in homes in New Zealand & many countires around the world.
I live in Papamoa NZ & my studio opens onto a tropical garden filled with hibiscus,frangipani's,palms,taro leaves
I have my own fale to sit in & every day is a Tropical insperation
Having a sell-out Exhibition June 06 & 08
Winner of Tauranga national art awards for best portraiture 08
Selected as favourite artist book 08
Selection one of 12 artists for NZ favourite calendar 09
Thank you for viewing my work
Contact me
v.beale@xtra.co.nz
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