Cloak of the Land
Cloak of the Land is an exploration of the deep connection between people and the whenua (land), inspired by Māori perspectives of belonging, identity and our relationship with the natural world.
In this painting, I have imagined the land as a protective cloak, enveloping the woman and connecting her to the place from which she comes. The whenua is more than the ground beneath our feet; it is part of who we are, holding our stories, our whakapapa and our sense of belonging.
Through expressive forms, rich textures and a considered use of colour, I wanted to capture that quiet relationship between a woman and the land that surrounds and protects her.
Part of my Mauri Ora Te Reo collection, this work reflects the enduring connection between people, whenua and identity.
Artwork details
Medium: Textured acrylic on canvas
Size: 61 × 61 cm
Original artwork
Unframed
Cloak of the Land
Cloak of the Land is an exploration of the deep connection between people and the whenua (land), inspired by Māori perspectives of belonging, identity and our relationship with the natural world.
In this painting, I have imagined the land as a protective cloak, enveloping the woman and connecting her to the place from which she comes. The whenua is more than the ground beneath our feet; it is part of who we are, holding our stories, our whakapapa and our sense of belonging.
Through expressive forms, rich textures and a considered use of colour, I wanted to capture that quiet relationship between a woman and the land that surrounds and protects her.
Part of my Mauri Ora Te Reo collection, this work reflects the enduring connection between people, whenua and identity.
Artwork details
Medium: Textured acrylic on canvas
Size: 61 × 61 cm
Original artwork
Unframed
