New Zealand – Semi Abstract Artist

Contemporary

Jo

Rankin

Based in Taupō. Creating abstract and semi-abstract works inspired by colour, place, and intuition.

Creative

Journey

Artist Statement

Explore the Work

MEDIUM & PROCESS

Acrylics and mixed media allow me to build layers through glazing, translucency, texture, and colour — creating depth and richness within each painting.

STYLE

Working in abstract and semi-abstract forms, my paintings evolve intuitively, inviting personal interpretation and emotional connection.

PLACE

Based in Taupō, subtle elements of landscape and environment are gently woven into each work.

CONTINUING PRACTICE

Learning remains central to my process with ongoing exploration shaping every new painting.

MY

STORY

After formal study and tuition, including completing my diploma through Artists University Network USA in 2015, I continued to develop my practice through workshops and ongoing learning. Each experience contributed to refining my own visual language and confidence as an artist.

In March 2019, I was selected as one of five New Zealand artists to be filmed by Colour In Your Life Australia. My 30-minute episode was distributed worldwide via YouTube and international ART TV channels, marking a significant milestone in my artistic journey.

This exposure led to representation by galleries throughout New Zealand, as well as in London and the United States. I have been a full-time artist for several years and feel incredibly fortunate to be living my dream, creating commissioned works, meeting collectors, and seeing my paintings placed in homes here and around the world.

“The journey continues. Happiness is being an artist.”

PATCHWORK FIELDS. 1.4 x 800 Framed Acrylic on Canvas. $1950

A TOUCH OF THE BLUES. 760 x 500. Framed Mixed media on Canvas. $780

GRIDLOCKED. 650 x 550. Mixed media on canvas. $780

DANCING LEAVES. 1mtr x 1mtr. Mixed media on Canvas. $2600

FLORAL FRENZY. 620 x 470 Mixed media on Canvas . $640

WATCHING WATERWAYS 620x470 Mixed media on canvas $640

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Recognition

& Experience

I hold a Diploma in Abstraction from Artists University Network USA and an Abstraction Diploma from MoMA Museum & Gallery, New York. I am a member of the Art to Life Creative Visionary Worldwide Programme and have been selected for the Hansford & Sons Fine Art UK Emerging Artists Platform.

My work has been exhibited throughout New Zealand and internationally, with paintings held in private collections both locally and overseas.

Diploma in Abstraction |
Artists University Network USA

Abstraction Diploma |
MoMA Museum & Gallery, New York

Member |
Art to Life Creative Visionary Worldwide Programme

Selected Artist |
Hansford & Sons Fine Art UK (Emerging Artists Platform)

Taupo |
Active Arts Taupo – Certificate of Merit

New Zealand |
Multiple awards, solo exhibitions, and group exhibitions throughout New Zealand. Nanteen Cameron Interior Design Course.

Internationaly|
Represented by several galleries in New Zealand and internationaly

I have sold works both nationally and overseas and continue to paint commissioned pieces for valued clients while working as a full-time artist.

Framed mixed media on board - 700mm X 500mm

MOROCCAN HOLIDAY

900x600 Framed Acrylic on Canvas. $1200

AT MY TABLE

800 x 800 Acrylic on canvas. $1650

ABUNDANCE

800 x 800 Framed mixed media on Canvas. $1650

A TOUCH OF THE BLUES

620 x 510 Mixed media on Canvas. $580

THE GREAT DIVIDE

The

Gallery

Jo Rankin is a New Zealand artist based in Taupō. Her abstract and semi-abstract paintings are created to be lived with offering calm, balance, and space for reflection.

“I think a painting is more like the real world if it’s made out of the real world.”

Robert Rauschenberg | American mixed-media artist

Send a Message

Get in touch:

jor.rankin@gmail.com

Taūpo, New Zealand

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