Exhibiting an ever-changing selection of contemporary painting, wall art, sculpture and glass.
Black Door Gallery is situated in a charming historic villa in the heart of Parnell, Auckland.
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From tactile clay to opulent forms- the artworks in this exhibition trace a path from raw, malleable earthly material to refined, luxurious shapes.
In his latest series, Alchemy, Peter Collis aimed to elevate his clay creations to emphasise light and surface. With meticulous craftsmanship, he carefully shapes the core of his sculptural pieces, then applies lustrous, iridescent 22ct gold and platinum glazes that alter the clay's look to mirror or metal. |
Long fascinated by the technical aspects of pattern making in glass, and the extensive possibilities of cane work, Madeline Prowd continues to explore the intriguing possibilities of light, optics, texture and pattern in her latest works Shift.
In these new works Prowd references patterns found in nature, incorporating these designs into seed pod type forms. Elegant as individual pieces or grouped in their display. |
In an age where speed and instant gratification seem to permeate every corner of our lives, Jane Blackmore's paintings offer a space for thoughtful reflection. When we look at Blackmore's landscapes and seascapes, we sense that we ourselves have inhabited these places, perhaps as children, perhaps in memory, or perhaps in a dream.
Blackmore's recent work continues her exploration of colour, form, and the visceral qualities of paint. |