Last Summer Original

My oil paintings explore how we identify with our landscape, particularly holiday locations. Last Summer invites the viewer to contemplate their own summer holidays and how holiday memories may be a construct of the ‘ideal’. 

Last Summer represents a typical New Zealand holiday spot. The pohutukawas, bach and agapanthas are signifiers of summer. The central feature of this artwork is a storm water drain. Commonly seen around coastal areas, storm water drains would not usually be considered ‘beautiful’, but surrounding this drain is lush greenery, overgrown and thriving due to the fresh water the drain provides.

The pooled water creates a lovely olive and golden haze, reflecting the backdrop of dense plant life, creating a tranquil scene.  

Painted with oil paint & oil pastels on canvas. This is the original artwork, measuring 75 x 90 cm with 3.5cm depth. Sides of the canvas are painted a deep blue which compliments the painting.

The artwork can also come in a floating frame in black, white or oak (as pictured) if preferred. This is an extra $300. Please contact me directly if you would like to add this - or see a mock up hello@ejwoodart.co.nz.