"I found myself quite challenged this year in getting into the studio. There was so much chaos happening around me, that I found it hard to concentrate and create. After 3 broken sculptures in the kiln, I was devastated. So...I had to sit and find my peace. I sat on my stool and just stared around and then I picked up this darker clay that I never use. The texture was slightly more rough which means more grog, and that was how I was feeling...a bit rough. Then out came 'My Moment'. She brought me peace. It was in that moment that I said, well, one is better than none. I was so happy to have my 'Angel Rising' ready in bronze to show as well."

Steve has been working away and is nearing completion on his existing commissions, several of which are shown in progress above. He is now taking on further commissions again for the new year! 

Multimedia artist Brad Huck, known for his use of layering, in this new series adds a style of application of encaustic that creates a wonderful feeling of movement, depth and texture. In his dreamlike work, he feels what is removed during the creative process is as, or perhaps, even more important that what is taken away to come to the final identity of the piece.

Jeanne Bitz’s has drawn on inspiration from her experience with the Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Voyaging Society to create a series of artwork honoring the Hawaiian Culture, with guidance from Kimokeo Kapahulehua. In the video below she discusses her following piece which focuses on the story of ‘Hina’ the moon goddess, with many references hidden within the details, as well as its personal significance. 

‘E Ala E (Paddling to the Sun), depicted above, welcomes the sun and new beginnings. Her intention in this piece is an ‘invitation to experience cultures coming together, being in balance with nature, which are told in ancient pictograms within the painting, with stories of abundance, voyages, knowledge shared through generations, and challenges met on the land and the ocean.' 

Both pieces are available as canvas giclees in a range of sizes through the gallery.