Despite having lived in many countries, life in New Zealand has made an everlasting impression on French-born artist, Frédérique Stref. Its unique landscape has influenced her art hugely over the last couple of years.
Rajan Seth is one of the most exciting talents in the UK abstract art scene – his rise made all the more remarkable as he was working full time as a chartered accountant just four years ago.
Abstract painter and ceramist Carmel Van Der Hoeven is among Aotearoa’s brightest creative talents, known for her down to earth nature and striking paintings (and sizeable social media following).
Orex Art is a veritable tour de force in our local art scene. Verve recently enjoyed a catch-up with gallerist and owner Rex Armstrong.
We make assumptions based on our lived experiences. Symbolism emerges from the taught rituals created from generations of assumptions.









