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Art by Ira
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Their Story
Ira Mitchell, the artist behind Art by Ira, was born in Queenstown and now resides in Christchurch, New Zealand. Her artistic journey is deeply personal and was significantly impacted by the 2010 Christchurch earthquake. This event, along with turning 40, prompted her to pursue her passion for art…
What They Make
- Original Art: Unique, one-of-a-kind paintings depicting iconic New Zealand scenes and personal experiences.
- Art Prints: Matted mini prints, box-framed prints, framed prints, and canvas prints featuring New Zealand landscapes and landmarks (e.g., Lyttelton Harbour, Lake Wakatipu, Mount Cook, the Wanaka Tree, Arrowtown, Christchurch cityscapes).
- Colouring Books/Pads: "Arrowtown & Central Otago colouring in pad," "Otautahi Christchurch Colouring in pad," "Glenorchy Colouring Book," "Queenstown & Central Otago colouring book," "Native Birds of NZ colouring book."
- Children's Book: "Whisker's Surprise Children's book."
Awards & Recognition
- Civic Award — Winner
- NZer of the Year Local Hero Award — Winner
More from Art by Ira
Artist-educator for GOLDEN paints (classes/workshops)Participation in international residencies
How to Get Their Products
Shipping/delivery (via website and galleries), physical store/studio pickup (Christchurch studio), online sales through various galleries and distributors.