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Rieko Woodford-Robinson


Rieko Woodford- Robinson is best known for her detailed portraits of anthropomorphic creatures, usually animals or well-loved toys. A self-taught artist and illustrator, she was born in Japan and has lived in Wellington since 1999. Her first exhibition was held in 2010, followed by several solo shows and group exhibitions in Wellington and Auckland. Every one of her solo shows has sold out.

​Rieko’s work is influenced by Pop Surrealism and the Old Masters. Aesthetic elements of Japanese pop culture such as kawaii (cute) also appear in her paintings, finely balanced with melancholy and knowing humour. Rieko’s subjects seem to be a little reluctant to reveal their stories, and often inhabit fairytale settings that evoke childhood fables. Her paintings provide a small but intriguing window into the lives of her characters.

Solo and Group Exhibitions with Black Door Gallery

HEROES | October 8 - 28, 2020
STILLNESS | October 12 - November 2, 2022
​LIGHT | TE AO MĀRAMA | November 1-14, 2024
Rieko Woodford-Robinson paints detailed portraits of anthropomorphic creatures, executed with exquisite detail and endearing personality.

RIEKO WOODFORD-ROBINSON ARTWORKS AVAILABLE AT BLACK DOOR GALLERY


Currently there are no original artworks by Rieko Woodford-Robinson available. Please list your interest at [email protected] to be updated on her upcoming exhibition in November 2026.

rieko woodford-robinson limited edition Giclee Prints


Rieko Woodford-Robinson Āke ake ake (Two Ruru / Morepork)  Limited edition Giclee print in an Italian frame, Guilded detail 660 x 730mm (Framed Size) 305 x 380mm (Image Size)
Rieko Woodford-Robinson
Āke ake ake (Two Ruru/Morepork)
Limited Edition Archival Fine Art Print on Hahnemühle archival satin paper
Signed, numbered, Edition 50
Unframed Size 30.5 x 38cm
$320 - $850
Available
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Previously Exhibited Rieko Woodford-Robinson Artworks


Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Kākāriki", Oil on Canvas, Antique Frame, 2020, 630 x 370mm, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Te Kākāpō", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 71 x 53cm, Framed Size: 83 x 65cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Kia mate ururoa", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 85 x 63cm, Framed Size: 97 x 75cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "The Wattlers", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 61 x 45cm, Framed Size: 68 x 52.5cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Kea", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 60 x 50cm, Framed Size: 72 x 62cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Huia Rua", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 71.5 x 53cm, Framed Size: 84 x 67cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Princess Robin", Oil on Canvas, Antique Frame, Artwork Size: 29 x 24cm, Framed Size: 42 x 32cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Mana Wahine", Oil on Canvas, Antique Frame, Artwork Size: 49 x 29cm, Framed Size: 60 x 40cm, 2020, SOLD
"Ka ora (Kākāpō)", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 40 x 50cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Waiata Tahanga", Oil on Canvas, Antique Frame, Artwork Size: 49 x 37cm, Framed Size: 70 x 43.5cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Pohutakawa Bouquet", Oil on Canvas, Framed,  500 × 350mm, 2019, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Whio", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 28 x 28cm, Framed Size: 34.5 x 34.5cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Kuia", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 50.5 x 40cm, Framed Size: 63 x 52.5cm, 2020, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Kua rite mō te rā (Tuatara)", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 40 x 50cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford Robinson- "He rangatira kōhungahunga (Kaka)", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 85 x 63cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Kōwhai ngutu-kākā (Kaka)", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 50 x 40cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, “Kei te haere ki te kāinga (Kiwi)", Oil on Canvas, Antique Frame, Artwork Size: 28.5 x 36cm, 2022, SOLD
"Ka awhihia e te korowai (Kiwi)", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 85 x 63cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Whakaeaea (Blue Penguin)", Oil on Board, Framed, Artwork Size: 50 x 40cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Tīeke (Saddleback)", Oil on Canvas, Antique Frame, Artwork Size: 49 x 29cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Mātāmua (Takahe)", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 60 x 50cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Kōtare (Kingfisher)", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size: 60 x 50cm, 2022, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Ngutu roa (Kiwi)", Oil on Canvas, Framed, Artwork Size 1000 x 800mm, 2023, SOLD
Rieko Woodford-Robinson "Āke ake ake (Two Ruru/Morepork)", Oil on Canvas, Artwork Size: 400 x 500mm, Framed Size: 527 x 630mm, 2024
Rieko Woodford-Robinson, "Kārearea (Falcon)", Oil on Canvas, Artwork Size: 900 x 650mm, Framed Size: 1028 x 779mm, 2024
Rieko Woodford-Robinson "Torete! Kaureke! Torete! Kaureke! (Kākāriki/Green Parrot)", Oil on Canvas, Artwork Size: 360 x 285mm, Framed Size: 420 x 340mm, 2024
Rieko Woodford-Robinson "Tātou (Kererū, Kākā, Tūī)", Oil on Canvas, Artwork Size: 550 x 650mm, Framed Size: 677 x 777mm, 2024
Rieko Woodford-Robinson "Te Tahā (Kākāpō)", Oil on Canvas, Artwork Size: 652 x 551mm, Framed Size: 777 x 677mm, 2024
Rieko Woodford-Robinson "Kōtuku (White Heron)", Oil on Canvas, Artwork Size: 652 x 550mm, Framed Size: 777 x 677mm, 2024

Rieko Woodford-Robinson Artworks In Situ


Rieko Woodford-Robinson In Situ
Rieko Woodford-Robinson In Situ | Black Door Gallery
Rieko Woodford-Robinson In Situ
Rieko Woodford-Robinson In Situ | Black Door Gallery
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