Wild Games in Aotearoa
Every 12 months we give 50% of profit from this collection to existing New Zealand based conservation groups, charities or projects which are working to increase endemic species and/or to decrease harmful introduced pests in Aotearoa.
My 10c
Toutouwai, Matchbox
King Tipping
Riroriro Spinning
Piwakawaka on Cards
Keeping Piwauwau
Luck of the Kakapo
Hang on Kaka
Korora on the Ball
Titipounamu Puzzling
This collection of original artwork is inspired by the interactions between people and nature. Specifically looking at the current state of native fauna in NZ, with human objects that are open to creating playful metaphors. This concept started in Fiordland National Park when I began work as a hut ranger on the great walks. Living and working in the protected native forest, experiencing the successes and struggles of the creatures we are trying to preserve there formed the foundation for these art works.
The purpose of 'Wild games in Aotearoa' is to connect people with conservation in a way that's approachable. Seeing images of these creatures can become the catalyst for learning, understanding and potentially acting to care for them. The positive effect for conservation from this collection has two main parts. Firstly, to increase awareness and engagement through the works imagery. Secondly, creating physical support for on the ground conservation work, by putting half of any profit from this collection of art work directly into conservation projects.
Every 12 months we give 50% of profit from this collection to existing New Zealand based conservation groups, charities or projects which are working to increase endemic species and/or to decrease harmful introduced pests in Aotearoa.
2022- Kea Conservation Trust
2023- Hollyford Conservation Trust
2024- Open to suggestions, will be made after the end of the NZ financial year.
Prints and Other Items
Giclee Print: $80
Greeting card (plain inside) with envelope: $6
Set of 8 Greeting cards with envelopes: $35
From each image of this collection 200 limited edition, giclée prints, on archive quality fine art card in A4 will be published. Greeting cards are also available. If you any questions or items you would like to request please get in touch via email at simonenzart@gamil.com
Commission price varies depending on the size/medium/image and is estimated with an hourly rate of $75 with a minimum charge of $150 (e.g. for a small simple graphite pencil drawing of a fantail on A5 paper)
Giving back to that which gives us inspiration
Commission artwork
If you have a specific idea for an artwork for you, or someone special, lets talk about it.
Recently I have been working with New Zealand birds in paint and pencil. I am also happy working with images of pets and people, and will work with you to ensure we are all happy with the result. Please get in touch with me if you have an image in mind.
Once we have established the details for your commissioned artwork (subject, style, size). I can work out the price and time frame (estimating my time at $75 an hour, generally the smaller/ simpler the lower the cost, the larger and more complex the higher, if you have a set budget in mind let me know). I will get underway creating your piece of artwork once I have received the deposit (50% of the agreed price).
Please ensure you get in touch well ahead of time if the art work is to be given as a gift by a set date so we can both enjoy a fun low stress process.