Gabrielle Fawkner
Gabrielle Fawkner is a New Zealand artist based in Taranaki. Recently completing an advanced diploma in art and creativity at the Learning Connexion, she explores chalk pastel, earth oil paints, handmade paper—including her own harakeke paper—and earth pigment printing inks. Her work features expressive lines, vibrant colors, and rich textures, often reflecting materials sourced from coastal Taranaki. Gabrielle draws inspiration from expressionism and Matisse’s economical line, capturing the essence of her figurative models. She is the winner of the Contemporary Art Award Imprint 2025, showcasing her commitment to materiality and place.
