Nancy's Connection to Nature

• Early Life:
  Nancy grew up in a small village in East Germany, known as “The Green Heart of Germany.” Nature has always played a vital role in her life.

• Artistic Inspiration:
  She finds motivation in quiet, wild spaces, drawing inspiration from the textures and patterns of the outdoors. This connection fuels her artistic practice.

• New Adventures:
  In 2003, Nancy moved to New Zealand, where she discovered the unique beauty of black iron sand. This inspired her to incorporate sand into her paintings, making it her primary artistic medium.

• Unique Style:
  Over 20 years, Nancy has developed a distinct style using 150 shades of New Zealand and international sand pigments. Her work includes landscapes, portraits, and abstract pieces, with the sand adding depth and sparkle.

• Artistic Vision:
  Each grain of sand represents a part of a larger whole. Nancy believes that like grains of sand, people are stronger together, and she is excited to see how her work evolves.

• Additional Elements:
  Some artworks feature crushed glass and gold leaf to enhance specific details and colors.

• Message:
  Nancy emphasizes the importance of our relationship with Mother Nature, reminding us that this connection enriches our lives.

Artist statement

Creating Nature with Nature - New Zealand Sand Art

Creating something beautiful isn't enough, I believe that true art is about creating connections. I create pieces that help people transform their relationship with nature, themselves and tap into their memories.Through my work, I wish to bring people in a space of mindfulness and help them find a piece  of art that comes to life, both through its story and through its medium. When someone is exploring my collections, I want them to pause, reflect and remember.

Everyday when I begin my work, I do so with the intention to remind people to slow down. I see my work as a small but significant part of the healing process that takes place when we reconnect with ourselves, with nature and with each other.

Galleries & art spaces
Where you will find Nancy's Art:

Art Bay Gallery, Queenstown

The Art Shed Gallery, Napier

Athol Gallery, Southland

Raukura Gallery, Picton

The Collaboration, New Plymouth

The Little Gallery, Whangamata & Tairua

Otautau Gallery, Southland

Waihi Beach Gallery, Waihi

The Wallace Gallery Shop, Morrinsville

Artmosphere Gallery