Graphic Design, Illustration and Photography

18/09/2024

Worth a peek you all. Thanx Russell and JJ.

15/09/2024

This is very encouraging for our city with good purposeful leadership restructuring during some hard times that once threatened the well-being of our common safety. Well done PM and team.

Christopher Luxon and Mark Mitchell spoke to media from the Auckland Central Police Station.

13/05/2024

Poem- "An ode to mother"

In the embrace of a purposeful soul,
A bond unbreakable, a love untold.
A guiding light through life's unknown,
Our dearest mother, forever our own.

With open arms, you welcomed us four,
In times of joy and anxious chore.
You've cheered us on, like a sideline fan,
Wanting to believe that we would stand.

Your touch, at times a soothing balm,
Healing wounds with love and calm.
In your indwelled female embrace,
A sanctuary of care with messy grace.

Through sleepless nights and weary days,
You held our hands in countless ways.
Your sacrifices, a testament true,
Selfless love that carried you through.

Your wishful hopes, like a beacon bright,
As best you could guide us through the darkest night.
You taught lessons, large and small,
Shaping us to want to stand tall.

At times lost and bereft to be wise
You tried your best not to capsize.
When life threw its many cruel blows,
You gave your best as God only knows.

So, to you, our mother, we dedicate,
In this humble poem, our love is innate.
Forever grateful, forever in awe,
As a gift for you, our colorful jigsaw.

For all the love you wanted to bestow,
This poem is to honor, and let you know,
You were cherished, adored, and vulnerably dear,
Our mother, well-intentioned, is always near.

Now like a rose in bloom, independently rare,
Your presence in Christ’s affectionate care.
Through every triumph and every fall,
You've found your rock, in Eternities call.

31/01/2024

‼️Mark your calendars, art enthusiasts! The Mahurangi Artist Studio Trail is back and better than ever! Held over two weekends in February, as well as on weekdays in between and Waitangi Day, this incredible event brings together talented artists from various disciplines, schools, and techniques.
Are you curious about the creative process? This is your golden opportunity to explore the working areas of our local artists, engage in meaningful conversations about their artistic ideas, and witness their awe-inspiring skills in action. Who knows, you might even find that perfect piece of art to adorn your walls or get inspired to embark on your own artistic journey!
Save the dates for MAST2024 - the Mahurangi Artist Studio Trail will be taking place from the 2nd to the 11th of February 2024. To ensure you don’t miss out on any of the artistic wonders, make sure to check the opening times and venue locations using the online Art Trail map link provided below.
🗺️ Art Trail Map: https://www.mahurangiartistnetwork.com/art-trail-2024
Let’s celebrate the incredible talent within our community and support our local artists. Join us on this artistic adventure, where creativity knows no bounds and inspiration awaits at every turn. Spread the word, invite your friends and family, and let’s make MAST2024 a resounding success!

Join us in February 2024 for a self-guided tour of local artists and studios throughout the Mahurangi region in the north of Auckland. See creatives at work, buy art, join in the workshops. Free to attend. Pick up a brochure from a local venue or see the Trail Map online.

27/10/2023

Welcome to my new adventure. Very humbling to be asked to demo and do a talk about my painting and life experiences but if it helps others to avoid the jungle I walked through as a confused human then it's worth the journey.

https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/2023-art-salon-live-demo-by-painter-ian-anderson-tickets-742588661677?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

05/04/2023

Drone Works is up and running.

You can check out Hotshot's new adventure. The first 2 to book and pay upfront from this ad get a 50% discount.

Hotshots Drone aerial photography captures the marvels of our planet and create great images and video footage for personal or business.

02/02/2023

24 Fingers and 6 Thumbs exhibit at Estuary Arts in Orewa, New Zealand. Artists Heather Mathews, Pam Naylor, and Ian Anderson will display their talents until Feb 12th, 2023. All works for sale and commissions are welcome.

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17/01/2023

https://www.estuaryarts.org/current-exhibitions.html

Come and enjoy the visual conversations of "24 Fingers and 6 Thumbs" by Heather Matthews, Ian Anderson, and Pam Naylor

The artists are available for commissions and conversations about the works you are interested in.

All of Ian's work comes with a certificate of authenticity and care instructions.

17/01/2023

Welcome, enjoy, ask questions and buy from our annual artist's trail.

The annual show boasts of Mahurangi's great art and crafts talent.

https://www.mahurangiartistnetwork.com/

Mahurangi Artist Network and Mahurangi Artist’s Studio Trail are artist-led, local initiatives that draw together local creatives to jointly enable a higher profile, successful interactions and more options for growth. We get together regularly to network, inspire and support each other.

18/11/2022

Check this out. Well worth booking in the Waitangi weekend to visit as many of the amazing eclectic group artisans in Mahurangi on the Matakana Coast.

And what's more don't forget to bring some xtra coin and buy up to decorate your nests with our original creations. That means we all win.

Enjoy your weekend and look around for all the good things you can be grateful for. It helps to fend off all the BS that will do your head in if you don't guard your heart from the negative press. 😉

Don't join the with the whinging and learn to laugh again.😂

Find the dates of the Open Studios and Venues of each of the Artists and a selection of their art work images taking part in the 2021 and 2022 Mahurangi Artist Studio Trail from Mahurangi West, Warkworth, Wellsford, Mahurangi East, Tawharanui, Leigh, Snells Beach, Algies Bay, Scotts Landing