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The use of glass represents how fragile and precious part of the New Zealand way of life is. The New Zealand Stitchbird is known to chirp out warning signs of impending danger, in this case the loss of some of our beautiful coastlines, the unique wildlife, or the simple bach retreat.Print Size:A4 (2...

This was a saying that my Grandma used to say, and that of the late Benjamin Franklin. We use it with affection in our family, perhaps that’s why we still get on so well! It’s not in any way meant to be rude, just a fun way of saying you’re welcome to stay, but a cautionary note to say things ...

I recently researched bees following the media interest on their population decline. I found out that the bees have favourite colours they're attracted to: blue and yellow. The four circles represent the fine balance and interaction of our ecosystems. They also represent four small things I’d like...

I discovered that bees have favourite colours they are attracted to: blue and yellow. The four circles represent the fine balance and interaction of our ecosystems. They also represent four small things I’d like to try and do to protect the future of the bees and the flora and fauna in general: us...

Inspired by the suffragette movement of the 19th century. In 1893 New Zealand became the first country in the world to allow women to vote. Kate Sheppard and Meri Mangakahia, were both New Zealand suffragettes. The camellia flower also appears on the 10 dollar note next to Kate Shepherd and were giv...

Frida Kahlo was considered Mexico’s greatest artists and after learning more about her, to me she is a great inspiration of power and determination when the odds are against you. In this painting I feel Frida is look at the viewer with a look saying, your turn now to inspire me!Print Size:A4 (210 ...

Māori cup - inspired by the “Māori ware" manufactured by Royal Doulton (1906 to 1923). Māori people were the first settlers to New Zealand, thought to be around the 13 th century. The blue and white cup I designed myself to represent the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, the first European to discove...

The blue cup with Akaroa lighthouse represents the French explorer (Jean-François Langlois). In 1838 he paid a deposit for Akaroa to the Maori which included amongst other things 2 cloaks, 6 pairs of trousers,some pistols and 2 shirts. He headed back to France to gather a group to assist him in dev...

The pieces in this painting represent the extinction of the Laughing Owl (Maori name Whekau) thought to be due to the European settlers arriving in New Zealand as a result of bringing cats and dogs. The teal cup - inspired by the turquoise Crown Lynn cups commission for Air New Zealand in 1965 and t...

Media : Fine Art Print Signed by Angie Dennis, 100% archival cotton paper, UV Light Fast InksPrint Size: A4 (210 x 297mm) A3 (297 x 420 mm) A2 (420 x 594 mm)Matted Size : A4 (280 x 356) fits a standard 11 x 14" frame, A3 (406 x 508mm), A2 (566 x 737mm)If you would like to purchase my A4 prints pre-f...

As a Mum of two children, I often wonder if I’m doing it right, am I helping them to have the confidence and security in the future to spread their wings? How much of their behaviour is due to the actions and nurturing of the people and family around them and how much of it is due to their genetic...

A time when we were looking to move house. We couldn't decide whether to (stay) or Invest (move) The Tui is contemplating staying, surrounding itself with flowers to enhance its environment and nesting.Print Size:A4 (210 x 297mm)A3 (297 x 420 mm)A2 (420 x 594 mm)Matted Size :A4 (280 x 356) fits a st...

The British teaspoon reflects my ties to the UK where I was born, the stamp to represent our new home, New Zealand, and the coin to represent investing in our new home.Print Size:A4 (210 x 297mm)A3 (297 x 420 mm)A2 (420 x 594 mm)Matted Size :A4 (280 x 356) fits a standard 11 x 14" frameA3 (406 x 508...

& Nurture As a Mum of two children, I often wonder if I’m doing it right, am I helping them to have the confidence and security in the future to spread their wings? How much of their behaviour is due to the actions and nurturing of the people and family around them and how much of it is due to the...

I created this piece in 2013 when my children were 9 and 7, don’t get me wrong I LOVE being a Mum but there are moments I was tested! I think I might have been inspired by this artwork when I’d locked myself in the bathroom for timeout for a bit of peace and quiet!Print Size:A4 (210 x 297mm)A3 (...

The 4 originals I created in 2013, / Cream of the Crop/ Feathering the nest and Cracking Up were created during a time when I was juggling the challenges of being a working Mum at home, with very young children (I remember at one point I locked myself in the bathroom for timeout!). During that time,...

The 4 originals I created in 2013, Spilt Milk/ / Feathering the nest and Cracking Up were created during a time when I was juggling the challenges of being a working Mum at home, with very young children (I remember at one point I locked myself in the bathroom for timeout!). During that time, I made...

The 4 originals I created in 2013, Spilt Milk/ Cream of the Crop/ Feathering the nest and Cracking Up were created during a time when I was juggling the challenges of being a working Mum at home, with very young children (I remember at one point I locked myself in the bathroom for timeout!). During ...

Media : Fine Art Print Signed by Angie Dennis, 100% archival cotton paper, UV Light Fast InksPrint Size: A4 (210 x 297mm) A3 (297 x 420 mm) A2 (420 x 594 mm)Matted Size : A4 (280 x 356) fits a standard 11 x 14" frame, A3 (406 x 508mm), A2 (566 x 737mm)If you would like to purchase my A4 prints pre-f...

Media : Fine Art Print Signed by Angie Dennis, 100% archival cotton paper, UV Light Fast InksPrint Size: A4 (210 x 297mm) A3 (297 x 420 mm) A2 (420 x 594 mm)Matted Size : A4 (280 x 356) fits a standard 11 x 14" frame, A3 (406 x 508mm), A2 (566 x 737mm)If you would like to purchase my A4 prints pre-f...

The three prints released in 2014 were inspired by the prose by Max Ehrmann called “Desiderata" that my Mum introduced me to. “Go placidly amid the noise and the haste and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak...

We are the most connected through the internet and social media, however rates of depression, anxiety and loneliness are the highest ever reported. This sometimes contradicts the images that are seen on social media of everybody having such a good time. This piece is about having real eye to eye and...

Without diversity, the natural environment wouldn’t survive. New Zealand could be considered as one of the most diverse nations in the world due the high rates of immigration. These 4 pieces celebrate and recognise New Zealand’s cultural diversity together with the unique native birds. There are...

This year for many reasons has been a year of change. I was nervous about making some of the decisions and putting them into practice. The journey has sometimes been a bumpy ride, but I’m in a much better place as a result. The butterfly represents the different stages of change, and the scarf are...