Jo Heatherbell // Sculpture in Oamaru stone

Jo is completely self taught. Around four yrs ago she was given a couple of blocks of Oamaru stone, and has not been able to leave it alone since. Over the years Jo has spent a great deal of time in our National Parks and has developed a real passion and respect for the birds and bush. Her challenge is to recreate the peace and serenity she sees around her.

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The whiteness adds a beauty, even to the most simple of designs. Apart from a drill, all the pieces are etched with hand tools. Each block has it's own character, and finding the fossils is just another part of the fun!

Please enjoy this on-line exhibition then feel free to contact Jo direct to order available sculptures or commission new work.

Jo Heatherbell

Toru Street
Mapua
Nelson

Ph +64 3 540 3554

Email jo@mapua.gen.nz

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New People

Another new virtual resident is Wellington Artist Jacqueline van den Berg of Coastal Images.

Jacqui is another landscape artist who takes her inspiration from the sea. Check out her paintings here.

We are pleased to welcome Donnamaree Hampton, a landscape painter from the greater Nelson Region. To view samples of Donnamaree's work click here to view her page.

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