'NZ Treasures – One Penny'
The Third artwork in the Pre-decimal NZ Treasure Series, the beloved One Penny coin. Quite a large coin that could buy plenty back in the 50’s and 60’s, now a musty have for NZ coin collectors.
The Story behind the Artwork
For this artwork I wanted the Tui to be the main focus, the hero of this piece. The Tui has such an amazing plumage, the shimmering feathers and tuft under the throat (poi) are distinctive to the Tui and are what makes this bird a favourite of Kiwi’s along with their bird calls. The kowhai were painted with less detail purposely for the Tui to sing in this painting.
The Third artwork in the Pre-decimal NZ Treasure Series, the beloved One Penny coin. Quite a large coin that could buy plenty back in the 50’s and 60’s, now a musty have for NZ coin collectors.
The Story behind the Artwork
For this artwork I wanted the Tui to be the main focus, the hero of this piece. The Tui has such an amazing plumage, the shimmering feathers and tuft under the throat (poi) are distinctive to the Tui and are what makes this bird a favourite of Kiwi’s along with their bird calls. The kowhai were painted with less detail purposely for the Tui to sing in this painting.
The Third artwork in the Pre-decimal NZ Treasure Series, the beloved One Penny coin. Quite a large coin that could buy plenty back in the 50’s and 60’s, now a musty have for NZ coin collectors.
The Story behind the Artwork
For this artwork I wanted the Tui to be the main focus, the hero of this piece. The Tui has such an amazing plumage, the shimmering feathers and tuft under the throat (poi) are distinctive to the Tui and are what makes this bird a favourite of Kiwi’s along with their bird calls. The kowhai were painted with less detail purposely for the Tui to sing in this painting.
Fine Art Prints
Printed with vibrant pigment inks on archival matte fine art paper
Hand signed by artist
Shipped flat in a clear plastic sleeve and a thick backing board to keep flat
1-2 days to produce
Stretched Canvas Prints
380gsm polyester/cotton canvas, sealed with a clear UV protectant finish
Canvas can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, no scrubbing
Stretched over NZ Pine stretcher frame - ready to hang
3-5 days to produce
