Steampunk Seal

Acrylic and image transfer on wood.

36x36x1.50"

It felt like walking onto a movie set but ­Oamaru is an actual, real life town! The beautifully ­preserved Victorian architecture and quirky galleries, shops, and museums made my heart beat faster. Knowing that a place like this ­exists, a place where fantasy meets reality, felt magical.

Out of over 5000 photographs only a handful had people in them, so this girl is a rare specimen indeed. Because nature was such an integral part of our time in New Zealand I felt compelled to bring it into this painting.

When I think about New Zealand the breathtaking views of steep cliffs, snow capped mountains and piercing blue lakes immediately pop into my mind but I also saw some gorgeous architecture and quirky little towns that left a lasting impression.

It felt natural to blend the two together in this painting.