Wellington pop-surrealist artist Rieko Woodford-Robinson paints portraits of native birds in the style of Goldie and Lindauer

A Wellington-based painter’s pop-surrealist works are finding favour among art buyers captivated by the subversive cuteness of her creatures. Words: Lee-Anne Duncan Photos: Tessa Chrisp Surrounded by her inspiration, Rieko Woodford-Robinson quietly paints. In delicate strokes, she layers her images in base colours then brushes in detail — feathers, flowers, hair, clothing, background — adding … Continue reading Wellington pop-surrealist artist Rieko Woodford-Robinson paints portraits of native birds in the style of Goldie and Lindauer