Michael Smither

Second edition.

“The main breakwater, the pride of Port Taranaki, has been extended at least twice in my lifetime. Once a favourite fishing spot it is now closed to the public, as is much of Port Taranaki. Kev Gunn and I often rowed around the breakwater to dive the islands, so the extensions were of some inconvenience”. -Michael Smither

Image Size: 270 x 350 mm
Paper Size: 350 x 500 mm
Limited edition of: 60

Michael Smither is a contemporary New Zealand artist renowned for his work as a painter and printmaker. His work often depicts everyday life, landscapes, and domestic scenes, characterised by strong compositions, clarity, and a distinctive use of colour.

Smither’s artistic practice is deeply rooted in observation, where his precise, sharp-edged style captures not just the appearance of his subjects but their inherent structure and atmosphere. His work is often concerned with the interplay between form, light, and space, lending his compositions a striking clarity and sense of balance. This analytical approach extends to both his paintings and prints, where simplified forms and carefully modulated colour create a heightened sense of reality.

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