Higher Ground | Original

Original oil painting by Judith Milner of Cape Egmont

Year: 2023

Image Dimensions: 700mm x 500mm x 35mm

Framed Dimensions: 740mm x 540 x 45mm

Medium: Oil on canvas

Judith is an oil painter based in Auckland.  Representational in her works, Judith approaches nostalgic New Zealand scenes in a fresh and intimate way. She is drawn to imagery that simultaneously reminds her of her childhood and also has the potential for a broader narrative beyond the frame. New Zealand architecture is a frequent muse of Judith's: using traditional techniques, the details and proportions are rendered with precision, giving appreciation to their historical craftsmanship. While this classes her work as realist, it is really the place's feeling that Judith seeks to capture. 

Previously a lawyer before turning to a career in art, Judith describes her paintings as a fusion of her analytical and intuitive sides. The 2021 recipient of the Michael Evans Figurative Award, Judith's work is currently part of collections in Aotearoa and beyond.