Love shows you how to hold on and when to let go✨The “spiral courtship” is a spectacular, high-stakes mating ritual performed by various raptors, designed to test the strength, agility, and compatibility of potential mates. During this display, the pair will soar to great heights, lock talons, and tumble or spiral downward toward the earth, separating just before impact…
Kairos
/ˈkʌɪrɒs/ a propitious moment for decision or action
CHRONOLITH SERIES: ‘KAIROS’
Chronolith is a relic of a coming age lodged deep in the earth. Its zenith leans toward a new era of technology, yet it holds the heavy gravity of a prehistoric standing stone. A precise aperture pierces its center, representing the opportune moment. It is a temporal anchor—a futuristic monument that beholds the birth of a new age while answering an ancient calling.
MATERIALS / MEDIA
Corten Steel with oxidised patina
DIMENSIONS (H x W x D in mm)
3.1m x 3.6m x 1.2m_
#taitapusculpturegarden will feature this work along with many other artists over 3 weekends coming March 2026
Saturday & Sunday
7 | 8
14 | 15
21 | 22
10am – 4pm
Or by appointment, email
[email protected]
THE HAWK’S BIND
This sculpture presents a visceral portrayal of the “cartwheel” courtship between two hawks, captured in a moment of frozen descent around a central ring. The stark contrast between the sharp, predatory power of the raptors and the perfect symmetry of the circle illustrates the delicate balance between fall and flight, tied together by an unbreakable grip. This dance of gravity and trust conveys a powerful message: true love holds on.
MATERIALS / MEDIA
Corten Steel with oxidised patina
DIMENSIONS (H x W x D in mm) & weight
4m x 2m x 1.2m, 500kg
Featuring this year at #taitapusculpturegarden open for viewing for 3 weekends over March 2026
Saturday & Sunday
7 | 8
14 | 15
21 | 22
10am – 4pm
Or by appointment, email
[email protected]
Head down and in the mask. Working on something a little different, something more architectural, a focus on the moment…Putting in the hours, days and weeks sure takes dedication and discipline, but it’s so satisfying to create work that feels so solid.
When last did you see the sunrise over the ocean? Get out there and meet the magic of this world… make the moment…
Kahu Hawk Series, Aotea, Great Barrier
Time to fly…
Please adjust your seats to the upright position!
‘Release’ Steel and salvaged timber: 2.6m Tall
Available at #artbaygallery
#outdoorsculpture #corten #abstract #cortensculpture #newzealandsculpture #artbay #simonmaxbannister
Tonight a new group show opens at the #reigallery in lyttelton at 6pm, so pleased to show 4 pieces there… the show is called The Art of Dissent, so time to make some more social minded commentary with the creative intentions…
