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Dianne D Baker of The Oaks Studio is a New Zealand artist specialising in unique acrylic and oil paintings
The art of Dianne
Dianne is a distinguished New Zealand artist who brings over three decades of expertise to her striking acrylic and oil paintings and drawings.
Working from her studio in Newstead, on the edge of Hamilton, Dianne creates unique pieces that speak to a range of themes - from abstract expressions to profound connections with the land, and more recently, depictions of people in motion.
Her work has found homes in private collections across the globe, including Scandinavia, Europe, USA and Japan, resonating with both homeowners and corporate spaces seeking authentic artistic expression.
Commission work
Dianne accepts commission work nationally and internationally, creating bespoke paintings in both oils and acrylics. She transforms ideas into contemporary artwork that perfectly suits their vision.
The Focus series
In her latest series, Dianne captures intimate portraits of people at work, celebrating the skill and dedication individuals bring to their chosen pursuits.
Client love
"The works that Dianne have created capture moments and aspects, that insert you to being present, to feel the temperature, moisture and scent of the soil or the thought and aim of the people in that very moment, those small nuances that is the difference between an image and all the dimensions of an in-depth presence and encompass so much more than what is in the image. They convey “terroir” (as the French would put it), knowledge, attitude, skills, experience, engagement, involvement and perspectives of people in segments of rural New Zealand. No judgement, no editing, just captured with eye, knowledge and hand."
HÄLSNINGAR HÅKAN
Client love
"I recently went to Dianne's exhibition in Morrinsville “Focus”. I was lucky enough to purchase a unique piece which was a portrait of myself that Dianne had painted from a photo she had taken. It captured me during work, building a cabinet while I was doing renovations at her home. It depicts life after Covid and people getting back to everyday life. The artwork is stunning, with the colours and intricate detail truly bringing the piece to life. My wife even said my facial expressions have an amazing likeness, which just shows her attention to details within her artwork.
Now that it's displayed at home, I can truly appreciate the depth and meaning behind the piece. Every time I look at it, I discover something new that was not there before. When family and friends come over, it sparks conversations and admiration from everyone who sees it. I have no hesitation in recommending Dianne to anyone looking to invest in meaningful, detailed and high-quality artwork. She has a true gift."
BRAD TUNLEY
Client love
"New Zealand is our second home. Living, working and growing our family in Denmark, often can make memories fly far away to special places and wonderful people in New Zealand. One of our favourite places to visit while in New Zealand is Hamilton, and especially the open and warm home of Dianne and Norman Baker.
We have been blessed to become good friends with Dianne Baker and have followed the development of her talent as a gifted and talented painter as the years passed by. We have been fortunate to buy several art pieces of her and we are proud to have them as important part of our decoration in our home in Denmark.
Each day reminding us of wonderful New Zealand through the beautiful work of Dianne Baker."
PETER TORJUSSEN, PARTNER & EXECUTIVE COACH (ICF)
A contemporary New Zealand artist specialising in unique acrylic and oil paintings.