Hollie O'Neill Artist

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Hollie O'Neill Artist I'm a New Zealand-born artist, based in Tamaki Makaurau / Auckland. "My paintings capture the power and beauty
of NZ's natural environment."

Working in abstract minimalism, my practice is inspired by the peaceful beauty of nature and how the light interacts with it. Selected as a finalist for NZ's prestigious Parkin Drawing Prize 2020, also twice a finalist for the NZ Painting and Printmaking Award. My work is held in private and corporate collections across NZ, Australia, China, UK, USA and Germany including significant collections such as 'The Wallace Art Trust Collection'. I participate in both group and solo shows, and work is sold in galleries throughout New Zealand. I explored fine art practices while studying Bachelor of Art and Design and have been a professional Artist since 2000.
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I am inspired by having lived in some of New Zealand's most beautiful towns. Growing up in the Bay of Islands, living in Waihi Beach, Wanaka and Auckland - captivated by NZ lakes, mountains, NZ Native flora & fauna, and birds, as well as New Zealand's majestic animals; my paintings illustrate the essence of New Zealand. My recent works are an exploration of the perceptual phenomenon of light and the potentialities of colour as pure sensation. I enjoy working on commissions and I am happy to discuss these with you. You are welcome to visit me in my studio and view an artwork by appointment.

Two moments apart, and nature finds a new way to speak. It’s this constant conversation with the land and sky that ancho...
16/09/2026

Two moments apart, and nature finds a new way to speak. It’s this constant conversation with the land and sky that anchors my work, the feeling of being part of something alive and changing.

10/09/2026

I love the sides just as much as the face — the raw edges reveal all the hidden layers of colour shaped by time and touch.

My tiny studio assistant strikes again - sprinting off with the tape while I’m packaging artwork for ORA Gallery NZ He’...
10/09/2026

My tiny studio assistant strikes again - sprinting off with the tape while I’m packaging artwork for ORA Gallery NZ He’s always right beside me... and brings so much joy to my days.

Warm Earthlight — a small work with a quiet, luminous pulse.These close-ups reveal the fleeting glow I kept chasing — th...
08/09/2026

Warm Earthlight — a small work with a quiet, luminous pulse.

These close-ups reveal the fleeting glow I kept chasing — that soft radiance that appears for a moment, then slips away like light shifting across a field.

If you noticed hints of magenta tucked into the layers... you’re right. It’s one of the pigments I used to build that inner warmth.

Painted with pigments by hand and brush - no spray, no shortcuts - just slow, patient layers and the glow I’m always trying to catch.

A new chapter for Veilfields.Now creating from the Waikato, surrounded by new landscapes, new energy, and fresh inspirat...
08/09/2026

A new chapter for Veilfields.
Now creating from the Waikato, surrounded by new landscapes, new energy, and fresh inspiration.

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Explore the studio journal of New Zealand artist Hollie O’Neill, featuring art news, behind-the-scenes insights, new artwork releases, exhibitions, creative processes and stories from her contemporary art practice.

03/09/2026

A Papatuānuku piece from a series born many moons ago — added to whenever inspiration sparks. Loving the earthy glow and layered textures in this one. My monthly newsletter went out this morning too — it’s where new work drops first, so join the circle via the link in my bio.

Golden Afterlight - memories held in colour, light and feeling.Keep swiping to see how the colours shift and transform f...
01/09/2026

Golden Afterlight - memories held in colour, light and feeling.

Keep swiping to see how the colours shift and transform from different angles. It’s a Hollie thing 🤪

Solar Verticals — warm light, warm heart.Thank you ARTFORM GALLERY for these gorgeous photos.This piece is available now...
26/08/2026

Solar Verticals — warm light, warm heart.
Thank you ARTFORM GALLERY for these gorgeous photos.
This piece is available now at ARTFORM Gallery in Matakana, with full details in my link in bio — ready to spark calm, joy, or that gentle hum of energy we feel in nature.

This latest beauty from my Veil‑Fields series has landed on my website before heading to a gallery — a rare treat. Tap t...
23/08/2026

This latest beauty from my Veil‑Fields series has landed on my website before heading to a gallery — a rare treat. Tap to see the full work in all its glory. Website link in bio.

20/08/2026

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Mellons Bay
Howick
2014

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+6421535217

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