Kawatiri Artists

I’m a West Coast Photographer enjoying the slow pace of life by the sea at Carters Beach in Westport.
Living here allows me to stay closely connected to the coastline, lush bush, and shifting light that inspire the images in my print shop.
My commercial photography work spans the West Coast from Karamea to South Westland, covering real estate, editorial, personal branding, and portraits.
With years of experience and a strong understanding of visual storytelling, I guide clients through their projects to create impactful images that elevate their website, social media, and brand presence.

Marilyn is a well known artist and contemporary tapestry weaver who has been painting and drawing since childhood. She taught herself to weave tapestries in 1980 and has since had wide experience in producing tapestries for exhibition, for private homes and also for public and corporate spaces. A recipient of a number of awards she has exhibited her work extensively throughout New Zealand and overseas.

Karyn is a multidisciplinary artist, working primarily in pencil to create intricate, textured drawings that invite viewers to discover beauty in everyday subjects - from human figures and fabric to seascapes and weathered concrete. She also creates small sculptures and jewelry from hard stones including jade, sodalite, and argillite, which she collects from local beaches and her travels, having studied hard stone carving at Tai Poutini Polytechnic in 2001.

Ross is a Kawatiri based ceramics artist who specialises in wheel-thrown functional ware. He produces simple, thoughtful forms - pottery meant to be used and enjoyed daily.