What Now? Ten years ago, my partner Jo said we needed a dog in our lives. I wasn't convinced, so we compromised and we got a dog. Alice, the labradoodle, arrived several weeks later by plane from Christchurch, a little ball of soft cuddly fur, she was the Energiser...

Introducing my new painting "Sea Breeze" I purchased this stunning example of an early 20th-century gaff-rigged pond yacht from John Stephens Antiques in Remuera early this year. Dating from the 1920s this Yacht is of medium size. 1350mm(L) x 1400mm(H) x 240mm(D)....

Two of my earlier paintings "Special Guest" and "Surprise" have been in my private collection since 2009. They are the 2nd and 3rd artworks in my journey to reach 100 paintings, both are now on display, for purchase at Boyd-Dunlop Gallery in Napier. These paintings...

There is something magical about clockwork toys. The engineering is superb. Here are two of my tinplate windup toys. Both are about 17 inches long and are built for speed. I have featured Lionels Tinplate No 1-44 Toy boat. The 1 prefix denotes that this model is a...

The Rocket and city background were made for each other it has the 1960's science fiction feel which I had been looking for. I also wanted to show the toys scale, the Bumblebee was the perfect subject to contrast the man made toy and nature. The delicate detail of the...

I have featured Schucos amazing Nautico electric motor yacht is this painting titled "The Captain". This model is made of sheet metal and plastic. Coloured in white, blue and maroon, with a compass in the front deck so you know where you're going. I can remember...

Backyard cricket First slip or leg slip? are you a righty or a lefty? Backyard cricket and BBQs it's a summer thing. Chances are most kids have played the game in one form or another during their lives. The great thing was you really didn't need much in the way of...

The iconic Volkswagen Karmann Ghia recreated in the 70s the "Sedan" MF-743 VW Vintage Tin Toy Friction toy car. Made in China of tinplate and plastic, this 20 cm toy is a lovely example of toymakers capturing the essence of the model while not getting lost in the...

Line Honours Nothing is more peaceful and graceful than a pond yacht gliding its way through still waters. Pond Yacht racing reached a peak of activity in the 1930s, with many models built at home by craftspeople turning a hobby into an art form. The popularity of...

Destination Moon, Oil on linen, H 125cm W 95cm Inspired by the original movie poster. Destination Moon (a.k.a. Operation Moon) is a 1950 American Technicolor science fiction film.

Here's a chance to buy one of my smaller paintings: signed/dated oil on hardboard 10 layers of gesso sanded to a smooth base painted off a rich dark base A lovely study full of detail 47.5 cm x 37.5 cm (framed) $6500.00 nzd plus shipping email...

Shimmer is the 2nd print released in 2017 and has captured the fantastic colours that Giclee printing is best known for. Paper size is 71 x 84 cm Image size 50 x 66 cm Release date 21/4/17 Edition size 49

"Downhill Racers" signed and numbered. Release date 21/4/17 Paper size 71 x 84 cm Image size 50 x 66 cm Edition size 49 Corgi or Matchbox cars, everyone had their favourites, all you needed was a car, a path and someone to race against. CORGI 310 CHEVROLET, 1963...

"Shimmer" Oil on Linen, cedar stretcher bars, Oil on linen 95cm x 125cm. Number 51 All of my favourites are here in this painting, The pond yacht, swimming pool, cape cod chair and the 50s style of home. If I could live here I would.

The last painting finished for 2016 "Downhill Racers" Corgi or Matchbox cars, everyone had their favourites, all you needed was a car, a path and someone to race against. CORGI 310 CHEVROLET, 1963 CORVETTE STINGRAY, PORSCHE CARRERA 6 LE MANS TYPE CAR NO 330 IN RED AND...

We have 2 paintings on show at Parnell Gallery, Golden arrow and Test-drive are available for purchase. Looking forward to my Exhibition here next year, opening Tuesday 21st November 2017. Parnell Gallery www.parnellgallery.co.nz Address: 263 Parnell Rd,...

Our fine art prints now travel safely in their own "Travel tubes". The outer sleeve is printed onto matt laminated self-adhesive vinyl. I hand make each tube. The endcaps are sturdy plastic and ensure the tubes structural integrity.

It seemed like every farm had rugby posts, something young Rugby players could use to practice kicking and emulate their hero’s skills. I wanted to show the paddock in the summer season, Hay has probably been cut on the surrounding paddocks and this would...

Colour studies (30cm x 40cm) plus frame. For sale through REDSEA GALLERY Address: 27 James St, Brisbane City QLD 4006, Australia Phone: +61 7 3162 2230

A huge thank you to my partner Jo, she has captured our show in Brisbane and produced a short movie on youtube.