Kia Ora, welcome!
Reina Cottier- abstract artist. Original paintings for sale- see Galleries.

For prints - canvas, framed, poster, or card of my art, you can go to my online shop:
 
reina-cottier.fineartamerica.com

Inspiration:

I live in Aotearoa/New Zealand and I am blessed to be a part of this wonderful land.

Creatively I feel my work is very much inspired by my interests, my experiences, (I live life to the full!), people that I resonate with, and my favourite places, both here in NZ and overseas,(I have travelled extensively in NZ, Australia, Canada, UK & Europe, US, Malaysia, Indonesia, Pacific Islands). My art comes from an authentic  place inside, aligning with my inner quest for a greater understanding of life expressed with vibrant alive colours and flowing shapes.  Everything I create comes from the heart, most times I have no idea what I am going to paint until it is on the canvas. 

History:

I studied art right through school, winning awards &  gaining University Entrance & a Bursary with my marks. I then became an award winning hairdresser as an outlet for my creativity. After owning a successful salon and a salon consulting business for 15 years, I had a break from everything and became a mother of two girls. Two years ago, I decided to take up painting again and knew I had found my  niche.

Now:

I am focusing on living fully in the 'now', being true to myself, evolving, learning, expanding my horizons. I love life! I tend to see the funny side of everything. I love mixing with all walks of life and do not judge someone for what they look like or what they believe in. Each to their own. I like who I am & I  have no regrets about anything in my life. What I am today, I may or may not be tomorrow, as each experience in my life re-shapes me every single day. I am a strong free spirit, empowered and proud, and I feel this is expressed in my art.

Please feel free to browse around my site, and if you see something you like, contact me. :-) If you are interested I also have an art blog which I update regularly with my works in progress and the processes I use to create them:
www.reinacottierart.wordpress.com
I can paint to order as well, so if you like something but prefer different colours, size, etc, just let me know. It would be a pleasure to communicate with you.

Enjoy!

Reina.

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