Lake Pukaki and Mount Cook

Still Waters, Distant Peaks

In the heart of New Zealand’s South Island lies a shimmering stretch of blue: Lake Pukaki, one of many in the region known as the Southern Lakes District. But on this particular day, something rare happened—the clouds lifted, and Aoraki / Mt Cook, the tallest mountain in the land, appeared clear and proud on the horizon.

This painting captures that fleeting moment of stillness and grandeur. The scene holds both earthly calm and alpine majesty, a view once shared by mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary, who trained in these mountains before summiting Everest.

A quietly powerful piece for lovers of lakes, legends, and landscapes that feel like whispered stories.

Unframed Watercolour Print or Unstretched Canvas Available as

A1: 841 x 594mm  
A2: 594 x 420mm

See samples and prices below, post and packing included

Museum-quality. Collector-ready. Yours to frame your way.

Each piece is professionally giclée printed on archival-grade paper or unstretched canvas, the gold standard for fine art reproduction. Unlike posters or mass-printed decor, giclée prints capture every brushstroke and pigment with rich depth and texture. (see examples of the material choice and quality below)

Your print arrives unframed to preserve its condition in transit, reduce its carbon footprint and to give you freedom to frame it to your taste. Most of our collectors enjoy choosing a local framer who can guide them on the best glass, mount, and frame for their home.

Prints are created with long-lasting materials and care, and every detail, from paper to pigment, is chosen to honour the artist’s original work.