Stones Of Kerikeri - Paper Print

This painting is a tribute to one of my happiest travel memories in the beautiful town of Kerikeri, New Zealand. Known for its lush landscapes, historic sites, and vibrant art scene, Kerikeri holds a special place in my heart as a place of serenity and inspiration.
Historically, Kerikeri is one of New Zealand's oldest European settlements, home to the Kerikeri Mission Station, which includes the famous Stone Store and Kemp House. The country’s oldest surviving European buildings. These colonial structures blend with the town’s deep Māori heritage, creating a unique cultural atmosphere that I sought to capture in my painting.
In this piece, I focused on the interplay between nature and history. The textured brushstrokes highlight the rugged beauty of the rocky riverbank, while the impasto technique brings depth and movement to the flowing water. The warm earth tones of the old buildings contrast with the vibrant greens of the surrounding foliage, creating a nostalgic yet lively scene. The red flowers in the foreground symbolize the joy and vibrancy I felt during my time in Kerikeri.

MATTE PAPER 310gsm
Our fine art matte paper is 100% cotton with a smooth texture, reminiscent of the original genuine etching and printmaking papers. The paper has the purest white tone available on the market, without any Optical Brightening Agents, also called OBAs. Optical Brightening Agents are artificial brighteners that deteriorate in time.

It offers a high paper shade stability and a resistance to aging by using natural minerals. This museum-grade paper provides deep blacks, excellent image sharpness, optimum colour graduation and its unique slight grain makes it ideal for printing detailed work, colour photographs and exceptional black and white portraits.