Lot 64: Peata Larkin Tuhourangi Poutama (The Pink and

Peata Larkin Tuhourangi Poutama (The Pink and White Terraces) acrylic and mixed media title inscribed, signed and dated 2007 verso 1465mm x 1820mm Peata Larkin is an Auckland based artist and graduate of Elam School of Fine Arts, Auckland University, currently completing a Master of Fine Arts at RMIT University, Melbourne. "I believe my work shifts easily from a local context; referencing specific raranga patterns (relevant to my iwi) but transform into universal significance; metaphorically exploring the evolution of cultures via visual complexities". Peata Larkin. Peata has been a finalist and award winner in numerous national art prizes, including the runner up in the Mazda Emerging Artist award in 2006. Peata Larkin is represented by Two Rooms, Auckland; 64zero3 Gallery, Christchurch and Milford Galleries, Dunedin. JP