New mixed media

Hola, I've moved house and finding things along the way - in both the old house and the new - I've been inspired by material that recreates the folk art presence of my ex votos. Take a look at my latest work:

Great day at Kraftbomb

Yesterday I was at Kraftbomb in Grey Lynn - thanks to all who bought paintings! I'm currently using a new technique painting on flat cotton which I've strengthened and treated. These take less time to dry and give me more flexibility to experiment with different stories and textures.

Here's a selection of my work from the last month:

New ex votos

These are my latest ex votos! Personally, I like Christopher Columbus.

Estos son mis ultimos ex votos! Personalmente me gusta Cristobal Colon.

Kraftbomb - Sunday 26 September

Hi all

I'll be selling my ex votos at September's Kraftbomb in Grey Lynn, Auckland!


Sunday 26th September, 2010
11am-2pm
Grey Lynn Community Centre
Main Hall - 510 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland

This market has been running since 2008 and is a favourite for crafty Aucklanders!

Yesterday's craft market went well - thanks to all who braved the road closures, Auckland's dodgy weekend weather and to those who brought their Dads along for Father's Day! Hopefully we'll see you all again at next month's market.

New ex votos!

I've been busy working on new paintings for tomorrow's craft market in Devonport. Come along to 32 Clarence St, 10am to 2pm! Here's a selection of what I'll be selling.

Retablos are Latin American devotional paintings which commemorate events that are worthy of thanking  the saints for their protection and for their good deeds.

Art media by J.DELLAIR

Sometimes the canvas makes you feel empty, so that is when an artist needs to explore the 3-dimensions

Devonport Craft Market

Hola!

I am an Argentinean artist and have been living in New Zealand for the last five years. Much of my work is inspired by South American beliefs and folk art.

I am currently working on a series of “ex votos” – these are a personal thank you to a person or hero when an individual is saved from a dangerous or threatening event. These events can range from a health scare or accident to a personal situation or even a relationship issue, there is usually something quirky about the event.

I'll be at the Devonport Craft Market on 5 September, 32 Clarence Street, Devonport. 10am - 2pm selling my ex votos. Below are some examples.