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Rae West


Rae West began her career as a graphic designer based in Sydney, developing an eye for composition and design. West eventually returned to New Zealand and moved toward fine art, following in the footsteps of her grandmother who she had watched as a child painting and creating. West experimented with painting as well as pottery, quickly developing a distinct style. She was soon showcasing the work she produced from her own studio/gallery near the sea just outside Napier.

West's earlier work found inspiration in New Zealand landscape, flora and fauna. Her early career works were representational and symbolic, but simmering under the surface was always an interest in the fluid and tactile qualities of paint. 

West's latest work shows that she has really developed her stylistic approach, toward increased free mark making. In her new work, gone are the imagery of birds and botanicals as she dives into the realms of abstraction.

Her new works pulse with the kinetic freedom of fluidity and light. She uses multiple veils of pigment, resin and ink, which blend and react against each other creating beautiful forms and textures. The end results are spontaneous, subconscious, and sensual.

Rae West's work is broadly collected and her work can be found in private collections throughout Australasia, the UK and USA.
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Rae West produces striking contemporary abstract paintings that use free pouring techniques in resin.

Rae West Works Available At Black Door Gallery


Rae West, "Golden Storm Clouds", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1100mm Diameter, 2020
Rae West, "Dreams are made", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1100mm Diameter, 2020, $4450, Available
Rae West, "Double Trouble", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 600mm Diameter, 2021, Available
Rae West, "The Spot", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1000 x 1000mm, 2020
Rae West, "Mid Century Mod", Resin on Ply, 1200 x 900mm, 2021
Rae West- "Mini Love- 1", Resin on Board, 200mm Diameter, 2020
Rae West, "Pink Kiss", Resin on Board, 300mm Diameter, 2020
Rae West, "Orange Kiss", Resin on Board, 300mm Diameter, 2020

Previously Exhibited At Black Door Gallery


Rae West, "Big Loves", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1100mm Diamater, 2019
Rae West, "Shibori Splash", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1000 x 1000mm, 2020, SOLD
Rae West, "Triple Loves", Gold Leaf and Resin on Board, 1100mm Diameter, 2019
Rae West, "Three Ways to Love", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1100mm Diameter, 2020, SOLD
Rae West, "Cleopatra's Palace", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1200 x 1200mm, 2020
Rae West, "Spring Vibes", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board 1100mm Diameter, 2019, SOLD
Rae West, "Golden Kiss", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1100mm Diameter, 2020, SOLD
Rae West, [New Series]- "Smok'n", Resin and Gold Leaf, 1000 x 1000, 70mm deep, 2020
Rae West- "The Subtle Art of Loving You", Resin and Gold Leaf on Board, 1100mm Diameter, 2021

Rae West Artworks In Situ


Rae West Artwork In Situ | Private Residence
Rae West Artwork In Situ
Rae West Artwork In Situ at Black Door Gallery
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