Biography

Amanda Moore has lived in Whangaparāoa for 20 years, where she uses paint to deeply connect with the landscapes and communities that define her sense of home.

As a child, drawing was a way to quietly observe the world and express a private, unspoken perspective. Today, painting has become a more interconnected form of observation, allowing her to explore the intricate patchwork of elements that come together to form a larger whole. This creative practice helps her embrace the idea that everything belongs, capturing the interconnectedness of people, place, and moment.

She hopes her work resonates with others as powerfully as it does for her, inviting viewers to feel the pulse of life and connection in every stroke.

Exhibitions and Awards:

• Since 2005: Featured in numerous exhibitions and art awards across the North Shore.

• 2022: Her portrait ‘Math Tutor,’ depicting her son, was selected for the prestigious Adam Portraiture Award and exhibited at the New Zealand Portrait Gallery in Wellington.

• 2024: Received special commendation in ArtEdit’s Self-Represented Artist Award for her self-portrait, which appeared in their Magazine #39.

When she’s not in her studio, Amanda can be found performing at Centrestage in musical theatre shows, Dancing Ballroom and Latin or singing with the Gotta Sing Choir to retirement villages and care homes.

Connect with Amanda:
Instagram: a.moore.painting
Facebook: Amanda Moore Art