Name: Sakura
SKU: 442416

THE PRINT

The Sakura (also known as the cherry blossom) is the national flower of Japan and represents a time of renewal and optimism. The blossoming of its pink flowers mark the ending of winter and signify the beginning of spring. In this beautiful artwork by Dunedin based artist Frank Gordon a selection of iconic New Zealand native birds are nestled amidst the pink flowers of the cherry blossom tree. We adore the pink and teal colour palette that Gordon employs in Sakura. This versatile artwork can be displayed anywhere in the home though we particularly love utilising it as a feature artwork in the bedroom.

This premium quality offset art print has been produced on heavy weight art paper with a satin finish using lightfast pigment based inks resulting in a sharp, vivid image with a high degree of colour accuracy.

250gsm premium quality art art paper
Natural white with a smooth satin finish
Can be purchased framed or unframed

THE ARTIST

Frank Gordon has painted most of his life. He is largely self-taught and lists his major influences as Bruegel, Bosch, Glasgow artist Peter Howson and New Zealand artist, Michael Smither. There is usually an element of humour in his work with colourful characters engaging in their own mini dramas. As a trained psychiatric nurse, and working daily with people that have experienced mental health problems, Frank’s life is as colourful as his paintings. He tries to explore and express on canvas the story of people, the highs and lows, the dreams, quirks and absurdities of being human.

“I like to produce paintings that present a situation whether it is unusual, fanciful or a step beyond reality. There is usually an element of humour in my work. I don’t consciously set out to achieve this, it just seems to evolve with the process. Sometimes it is more subtle than others which are obviously a little bit quirky or even downright slapstick.”

FRAMING

Quality art deserves quality framing. We offer a premium quality bespoke framing service that is more affordable and convenient than using your local picture framer. Your art print will be framed to the most exacting standards by our team of master framers using gallery quality materials throughout. The end result - a beautiful framed artwork designed to last a lifetime that exudes style and craftsmanship delivered right to your door.