Toni Hartill Art

Kia ora and welcome to my channel. 

I'm an artist working from my home-based studio in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand.

My work is inspired by colour, texture, pattern and form, in the natural environment. My interest is often piqued by a myriad of environmental concerns and a fascination with connections to "place".

Although I work with many media, printmaking holds the greatest allure for me because it allows me to be spontaneous, experimental and playful in my work, and to let go of my “perfectionist” tendencies. It is also a great starting point to spring off into using other media and processes as the inspiration and imagination demands. I tend to start with an idea of what and why, and then allow the choice of media and processes to follow to best express my intentions. My work often strays off the beaten track into creating unique artists books, mini dioramas and other, often sculptural, creations.