Artist

Rick Allender

I am a New Zealand born cinematographer and established contemporary marquetry artist working from a studio in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

My cinematic experience with interpretation, organisation, composition, texture and lighting informs my artistic approach and interests which are focused on hand-cut contemporary marquetry and collage using wood veneer combined with a range of other materials. 

The detailing of my artwork and methodology is also inspired by traditional timber boats. I sail a classic yacht around New Zealand’s coastal areas. Referencing for my work arises from the nautical environments I encounter during this time as well as the exacting construction and operation of my mid-century Danish-designed yacht.

Recent exhibitions have included representational and sculptural work exploring light, water and landscape as well as urban and technology-inspired geometric imagery. 

Artist Details

Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand

Highlights

Solo Exhibitions

2018

Skinny Wood, Northart, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland

2017

Light Water, Northart, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland

2016

Surface, Waiheke Community Art Gallery, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland

Group Exhibitions

2022

POP, Arcadia, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland

Matariki, Waiheke Community Art Gallery, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland

Summer Edition, NZAFA, Pōneke Wellington 

Group Show, Lakehouse Arts, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland

RAW 22, The Refinery ArtSpace, Whakatū Nelson

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