Originally from the UK, Helen lives in “inspirational” Titirangi where she has a home studio, having achieved her ambition of becoming an artist. Her latest work is being exhibited at the Turua Gallery in St Heliers. We have a quick catchup with the painter.
You describe yourself as “a nonfigurative artist”. What does this mean?
Rather than representing real objects, scenes or people, I’m interested in what can be done with paint on a surface, exploring colour, shapes, texture and lines.
Can you explain your process?
I don’t pre plan. Each painting develops turuagallery.co.nz in its own way, created in layers over several weeks. I mix my colours in pots and use a range of techniques to create forms, planes, and lines. I put music on my headphones and work on the paintings flat on the floor and on the wall.
Tell us about your work being exhibited at Turua Gallery?
Expect colour-saturated hues with muted tones, translucent planes, swoops, pockets of complexity and painterly marks. I can’t wait!
COLOUR & TIME
Solo Exhibition
Opening Night Friday 7 June,
7 – 19 June
Address
10A Turua Street, St Heliers
