Akoroa

Cradled within the ancient caldera of a long-extinct volcano, Akaroa rests like a secret gem on the Banks Peninsula of New Zealand’s South Island. Once shaped by fire and time, the harbour now glows with tranquillity a meeting of turquoise water, rolling hills, and soft coastal light.

In this piece, the artist translates Akaroa’s charm into a vibrant, rounded dreamscape. Lime greens melt into azure blues, the curves of land and bay embracing one another in a tender rhythm. It’s a scene alive with warmth, a place that feels both deeply peaceful and joyfully awake.

A picture for anyone who feels at home where the land meets the water, and peace meets possibility.

One Only Available as an Original unframed- 730 x 540mm

Postage and Packing Included

Sample after you have had it framed

How Your Original Will Arrive and What to Do Next

This is an original artwork, created by the artists hands using soft pastels, a natural medium composed of pure pigment, clay, and a binder. These pastels (Rembrandt and Sennelier) are lightfast, permanent, and chemical-free, offering a life time of colour and depth.

“Degas used soft pastels in his ballerina series (1880s), the originals remain as vibrant today as the day he painted them.”

Because of its value and delicacy, the artwork is not framed before delivery. This reduces the carbon footprint as well as ensures:

• The surface is protected from pressure and vibration during shipping

• You can work with a trusted local framer to choose the right frame for your space and style

• The artwork stays in its best possible condition until it’s safely behind glass 

  Please do not attempt to flatten or frame the artwork yourself. Originals must be carefully unrolled and mounted by a professional framer to avoid creasing, smudging, or damage.

This is the beginning of your role as its curator, the artwork has travelled from the artist’s hands to yours. Let it be framed with care and intention, ready to hold its place in your world.