Rachel Joy

As a New Zealand surfer and artist, I spent two decades living in Australia, where I worked as a surf coach and was fortunate to travel and surf some of the world's most mesmerising beaches. 

Those experiences nurtured a deep appreciation for the beauty, rhythm and joy found in nature and everyday life. The warmth of the sun, the dreamy aqua water and bright vibrant colour pops of nature have had a strong influence on my colour palette choice.

 

After the passing of my partner, Ryan, I returned home to New Zealand to be close to family and reconnect with the landscapes that first inspired me. This new chapter has profoundly shaped my artistic practice, encouraging 

me to celebrate life's beauty while honouring its complexities.

My paintings are an expression of gratitude, resilience and joy. They invite viewers to pause and appreciate the beauty that surrounds us, even through life's challenges.