Today we commemorate our war dead in New Zealand. We are still in full isolation so the traditional Dawn Service … More
Tag: Bottle Creek
Sydney in the style of Hiroshige
Click through to see 8 Sydney scenes in a slideshow. I have tried to imagine how Hiroshige (1797-1858) may have … More
Boatsheds at Bottle Creek #3
A further version in oils of the boatsheds across Bottle Creek, this one with shorter brushstrokes, almost pointillist. This method … More
Boatsheds at Bottle Creek #2
A second version of these boatsheds across Bottle Creek on the north side of the Pauatahanui Inlet. Oils 61x91cm. Hanging … More
Boatsheds at Bottle Creek #1
These boatsheds across Porirua Harbour are a frequent subject for local artists and photographers. This is titled #1 but is … More
Ken Gray Rides Out
Ken Gray was a famous All Black (NZ Rugby player) of the late 60s, a liberal man ahead of his … More
Porirua Harbour in Sepia
A view looking north on the Cambourne walkway on the other side of Bottle Creek. Sepia ink is great as … More
Te Rangihaeata and McKillop, Bottle Creek 1846
Te Rangihaeata was the nephew of the great Ngati Toa warrior Te Rauparaha. Te Rangihaeata’s pa/village was at the head … More
