Deborah Holloway-Knowler

An older woman with curly gray hair and glasses is sitting at an art desk, holding a brush. She is in a room with an art easel, painted artworks, and art supplies such as paints, brushes, and paper surrounding her.

Christchurch, New Zealand

Deborah works primarily in oil, with a strong focus on portraiture—most often women, though she is drawn to paint any subject that captures her interest. Recently, she has begun incorporating elements of collage into her practice, adding new layers of depth and texture to her work.

Painting of a woman with a halo, wearing a blue veil with gold stars, against a cloudy sky background.
Close-up of a woman with tears on her face, wearing a head covering that shades her face.
Painting of a woman with short black curly hair, wearing a pink blouse with a collar and buttons, standing in front of a green wall and large green leaves.
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