I am a contemporary artist based in Nelson at the top of the South Island of New Zealand. I love nature and the outdoors and am always looking for opportunities to get stuck in and explore the region. I have always been creative and enjoyed painting and printmaking throughout my schooling. My background and training is in performing arts as a ballet dancer in the United States. You will see my artwork is inspired by the natural world reflected in contemporary landscapes and abstracts. I feel really lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the country where the opportunities in nature are endless. Painting is my happy place!

I hope you enjoy my art as much as I enjoy creating it!
You can also see some of my creative processes on Instagram @elizabethaitken_art