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Sandip Prajapati is an artist from Ahmedabad, India, specialising in realistic heritage paintings of the pol houses in his city. Born in Patan, Gujarat, he has always been fascinated by the rich history and culture of the region.
An architect by profession, Sandip uses his knowledge of design and structure to capture the essence of the pol houses. Pol houses are traditional residential buildings that are clustered around narrow streets and courtyards in the old city of Ahmedabad. They date back to the 18th century and reflect the influence of various communities and religions that coexisted in the city. Pol houses are known for their intricate wooden carvings, ornamental facades, and colorful decorations. They are also a living testimony of the social and harmony that prevailed in the city.
"I use acrylic colors on canvas to create my paintings, as I find this medium to be versatile and expressive. I pay attention to the details and nuances of the pol houses, such as the textures, patterns, colors, and shadows. I also try to convey the mood and atmosphere of the streets and courtyards, where people interact and share their lives. My paintings are a tribute to the heritage and beauty of the pol houses, as well as a reflection of my own identity and roots.I hope that my paintings can inspire people to appreciate and preserve the pol houses, which are an integral part of Ahmedabad's cultural legacy."
Sandip Prajapati
CONTACT
Website: sprajapati.com
Instagram: @sandipprajapati1
Images
Poster image - Sandip Prajapati, The Blue House, acrylic on canvas, 20” x 24"
Sandip Prajapati, Whispers of the Past, acrylic on canvas, 24” x 30”
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"Washed up" is a both a reference to working as a dishie in Wellington hospo for a number of years and feeling, at times, washed up during episodes of depression. During those times, my art has been a way to escape and also to find meaning and purpose through creative and playful expression. My ink drawings are visual smorgasbord - help yourself.
CONTACT
Instagram: @zmb.artwerk
Emmerse yourself in a lush collection of still life oil paintings by reputable artist Jonette Murray. For one week only, with over 30 pieces available, this is an opportunity not to be missed! The exhibition is made up of new and unseen works, completed over the last 2 - 3years. You will see several series that explore colour, composition, brushwork and form, as well as dive into some more contemporary visions of still life with strong symbolist narratives.
Jonette Murray is a self-taught, disabled artist who works primarily 'from life' in her Wellington studio. She is a passionate full-time artist with numerous sales nationally and internationally, holds frequent solo shows, participates in group shows and has been a finalist in several major art awards in New Zealand.
CONTACT
Website: www.jonettemurray.co.nz
Email: jonette.murray@gmail.com
Instagram: @jonettemurray.nzartist
Facebook: @jonettemurray.nzartist
Art is alive and well in suburban Ngaio.
Fee Thompson’s studio/gallery in Ngaio is a vibrant reflection of her deeply emotive and expressive art practice. Her work is rooted in the natural beauty of Aotearoa New Zealand, particularly the ever-changing skies and landscapes of Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington).
Sam Walker is a vibrant artist whose bold, colourful creations light up every space. She is the creative force behind Sams Art House, an awesome, little art school, encouraging people to embrace their creativity. Sam always has a brush in her hand, glitter in her hair, creativity in her heart and with this exhibition hopes to inspire others to see the world in brighter hues.
Aimée McLeod’s diverse ceramics include skillfully thrown functional ware and indoor/outdoor coil-built sculptures. Her Amazing Amazons represent women’s emotional strength while her sought after cute birds simulate many seen in her garden right here in Ngaio.
CONTACT
Fee Thompson
Website: www.feethompson.com
Email: Fee@feethompson.com
Instagram: fee_thompson
Sam Walker
Website: www.samsarthouse.co.nz
Email: sam@samsarthouse.co.nz
Instagram: @sams_art_house
Facebook: @samsarthouse
Aimée McLeod
Website: www.aimeemcleod.com
Email: mazpots@gmail.com
Instagram: @potsbyaimee
Facebook: @aimee mcleod-potter
Images
Fee Thompson, Skies and Silence - blue skies series #4/4
Aimée McLeod, Wacky Birds
Sam Walker, Cross#1
"I feel that all the works I have created so far connect to the theme of OTOGI. Inside each being, there is a small world and a story.
When I observe the forms and movements of living things, and the rhythms and connections hidden within, I sense layers overlapping like patterns, shaping the Earth itself. Though often unseen, I gently capture these 'otogi'-like moments – delicate landscapes that quietly exist all around us."
Yae Takahashi is a Wellington-based artist originally from Japan. Her work expresses the hidden connections and harmony of life through simplified forms and patterned designs of animals, plants, and natural elements. Influenced by the traditional colours and motifs of both Japan and Aotearoa New Zealand, she creates symbolic imagery that reflects nature’s quiet stories.
The Art of OTOGI invites viewers into these layered worlds, offering a moment to pause and step into the gentle, unseen narratives within nature.
CONTACT
Website: www.yaetakahashi.com
Email: info@yaetakahashi.com
Instagram: @yae.works
Images
Yae Takahashi, Prayer, acrylic on canvas, 457mm x 610mm
Yae Takahashi, Celebration, acrylic and oil pastel on canvas, 406mm x 508mm"
Yae Takahashi, One Winter Day, Casein Tempera and Acrylic on Wood Panel, 400mm x 500mm