Title: "A touch of Paradise" (Original Acrylic Painting) Artist: Michelle Gladwell. Local Seascape Artist with 40 Years' Experience Medium: Acrylic on Canvas (One of a Kind) Size: 50.8 x 101.6 cm (20 x 40 inches)

This striking, original painting captures the tranquil beauty of Stanmore Bay Beach on the Hibiscus Coast, in the height of summer. Painted by a long-established local artist with four decades of experience, this piece is a true celebration of our coastal landscape — featuring sun-dappled sands, pohutukawa trees in full bloom, and a lone boat resting peacefully in the shade.

Crafted using high-quality acrylics and materials, this artwork is ready to hang and fully finished on all sides, with a soft satin varnish enhancing the colors and protecting the surface. The canvas features gently rounded edges designed to complement the organic flow of the beach scene. This painting was gifted to me, being a close friend of the artist, but due to a change in circumstances, I am very reluctantly offering it for sale. A rare chance to own a one-off, locally-inspired artwork that evokes the calm and nostalgia of New Zealand summers.

Features:

• Original, hand-painted artwork (not a print or reproduction)
• Signed by the artist, Michelle Gladwell
• Painted edges for a clean, modern look — ready to hang
• Varnished for protection and subtle sheen
• Depicts Stanmore Bay Beach, Whangaparaoa, a beloved local spot
• Ideal for beach house, living room, or office
• A meaningful gift or personal keepsake

Support local art — bring a touch of New Zealand’s coastal beauty into your home.