Rustic

In the early 1990s Kristian studied art at Elam School of Fine Arts, but stopped painting to work as a caregiver, life coach and farm hand. In 2000, while working on the farm, he picked up the paintbrush again, depicting the land he saw in front of him. A full time artist for the last 16 years, Kristian's work developed from landscapes portraying the land he saw in front of him to the more abstract paintings he creates today. In 2006 an arts grant allowed Kris to travel the country and show his work. From 2007 to 2013 Kristian ran a community gallery in Rotorua, supporting people in the community to develop and exhibit their art. In 2013/4 he transferred to Tauranga and The Incubator. He enjoys the cooperation and mutual support of this creative group of artists of all media.