Inspiration for Airbrush Artist Colin Unkovich

Inspiration provided by a sunrise

Colin considers himself to be extremely fortunate in that he doesn’t have to look very far for inspiration or motivation for his work. His studio is nestled in the bush overlooking the Pacific Ocean and this alone provides him with an endless variety of nuances of light and colour. He sometimes thinks he is a bit spoiled for choice.

The physical location of his studio also serves him in another way. It allows him to continue to develop his own particular style. We all tend to be effected by our surroundings and as an artist this often shows through in the end product. This is certainly true for him.

Trying to capture the moods or the New Zealand coastline is, he finds, a challenging and very pleasurable endeavour.

Another influence comes from the extensive overseas surf travel that he does. Although it may not be immediately obvious in his work, these experiences do have a visible presence.  They are there in the way that he perceives things. They serve to help him to appreciate the unique qualities of New Zealand.