Larisse Hall – Contemporary Artist

A full time contemporary artist, Larisse has work in private collections worldwide. Based from her home-studio in Nelson (New Zealand), whilst showing through galleries nationally, her work is a contemplation of life’s interactions and connections, exploring the essence and complexities of love, passion and relationship.

Larisse’s work has developed from textured realistic representation through to her current hand ‘sculpted’ textural pieces that ‘Breathe’. Shaping her supports and hand stretching her canvas has become an integral part of the painting process. Each piece is eagerly encouraged by hand, into its own existence, nurtured individually, allowing each to fully acquire its own personality. ’The shaped canvases are designed to work together, and ‘pulse’ - emanating the beat of a heart and a breath of fresh air.’ This primal expression of natural rhythms allows true interaction and connection between each piece. Thus, time, light, movement and experience all enhance and embellish the sensory response that Larisse’s work invokes.

Manipulating spatial elements and synergy of form through her shaped canvases, Larisse searches out balance and harmony within relationship. ‘Previously I have been solely occupied with harmony… … my focus is now shifting, finding the balance within non-balance, noticing distance and the push / pull that acts as balance and stabilization with in this’, allowing the existence and precariousness of non-balance to achieve the essential balance and synchronization of relationship.

Brief Biography
Larisse Hall was born in South Auckland (New Zealand) in 1970. A capable artist from an early age, Larisse ceased her 18 year career in fashion as a designer / pattern drafter in 2008 to pursue her painting full time, exhibiting successfully through out the region. With works in private collections worldwide, Larisse lives and works from her home-based studio in Nelson, whilst exhibiting through galleries nationally. Largely self-taught as an artist, Larisse works intuitionally, developing through mentors, experimentation and an inquisitive creativeness.

Larisse share’s her enthusiasm and knowledge of art, tutoring adults and juniors alike. She encourages the development of one’s individual style, in a fun and creative artistic exploration.

All are welcome to join her and explore the many levels of dialogue achieved within her art.

An exhibiting member of the N S A S (Nelson), Galleries showing Larisse's work: Refinery Art Space (Nelson), Up the Garden Path (Motueka).

Phone 03 547 4929 or 027 358 2006 (Commissions Welcome)

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For Larisse Hall workshops check Impressions Art supplies (Richmond, www.impressionsnelson.co.nz) Contact Glenys phone 03 544 5756. She also offers workshops at Nayland College phone 03 547 9769 and ask for Community Education.
Impressions Introduction to Painting Paint your Own Masterpiece from Scratch TUTOR: LARISSE HALL Classes available either Mondays 9.30am -11am   or  Tuesdays  6.30pm - 8.30pm 1 or 2 day workshop  16th and 17th January 2012 Venue: Impressions Studio Please contact Glenys at Impressions for more details and / or to enrol Ph 03 544 5756 Larisse will simplify the enigma of painting - guiding you on how to discover your inspiration / theme all the way through to your finishing strokes! Ideal for the beginner artist! Classes are limited to 8 students to ensure individual tutoring within the fun and creative atmosphere of the Impressions Art Studio!		Nayland College TUTOR: LARISSE HALL   Pattern Drafting Courses for details and/or to enrol: Click Here and/or contact Katherine Sclater on  03 547 9769 x 2 or visit  www.nayland.school.nz
		1:1 Tutoring available. Structured specifically to the individual needs of the student. Please enquire directly with Larisse on 03 547 4929 or 027 358 2006
As quoted from previous 'Larisse Hall' workshops: "Extremely useful and enjoyable learning experience! More of the same please!" "Larisse was very helpful, making suggestions that pushed the boundaries for me and my art! I loved it! Great, Thank you!" "I loved everything about this workshop and would like it to be longer – perhaps a workshop weekend. More, more, more - please!" "I liked learning new techniques and having time for me and my art! I had a great day! Thank you!" Thank you Larisse for a wonderful day! I liked the easy way we were taught – being able to experiment and follow our own path! I liked learning new techniques and ideas. The tutor was very well organized with excellent communication skills. It was informative and fun all in one!

Junior Art Classes INDULGE AND EXTEND YOUR CHILD'S CREATIVITY TUTOR: LARISSE HALL 5 - 10yr olds Mondays & Tuesdays 3.30-4.30pm $10 / SESSION LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE Book early to avoid disappointment! (Location: Larisse's Art Studio, Annesbrook, Nelson) Please register your interest for the classes. Contact Larisse 027 358 2006 or 03 547 4929		Indulge and extend your child’s creativity with Artist Larisse Hall. Classes are limited to a maximum of 8 students to ensure and encourage the development of individual style, in a fun and creative exploration of art. Classes are varied, exploring drawing, painting and printing through to carving and sculpture, using innovative mediums and techniques. An exciting artistic learning experience!

Galleries showing Larisse's work:

• Refinery Artspace
• 'Up the Garden Path', Motueka

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