Real Art Roadshow

Paul Hartigan

b.1953

Diploma of Fine Arts: Elam School of Fine Arts, University of Auckland

Video

Paul Hartigan - Goon Stones

Oil on board

Goon Stones

On an apricot pink ground, in a slightly darker shade of pink, Paul Hartigan has written three separate pieces of information: his surname, the title of the painting and the date. Each piece of information is placed amongst the array of colourful objects depicted, almost as if it were an element in the painting. The title defines these objects as ‘stones’, but they can also be taken for pieces of fruit, cookies, leaves or pills. A piece of blue steak, anyone?

Essay

Dimensions: 320x270mm

Paul Hartigan - Revolution XIII (The Robinson)

Neon light

Revolution XIII (The Robinson)

Of the handful of individuals working with neon in New Zealand, Paul Hartigan is undoubtedly the most experienced. Yet his interests are surprisingly interconnected and feed off each other. He has a passionate interest in Pop culture, especially elements such as comics, advertising and street-front signage.

Essay

Dimensions: 500x500mm