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Michael Hight

b. 1961

New Zealand artist (born 1961)

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About Michael Hight

Born 1961. Michael Hight is a New Zealand painter.

Michael Hight (born 1961) is a New Zealand artist and illustrator.

Background Hight was born in Stratford, New Zealand in 1961. He graduated with a B.Soc.Sc from the University of Waikato in 1982. Between 1984 and 1987 he traveled, then lived and painted in London. He is a self-taught artist and has been painting since the age of 14.

Hight is the partner of New Zealand poet and children's writer Paula Green and has provided illustrations for several of her children's books.

Career Hight has been a regular exhibitor since 1984 and has been a full-time artist since 2001. Hight rose to prominence in the 1990s with a series of profound exhibitions, including Heartland Trinkets (1992–93), In Trust (1995), Seven Rivers (1995), Four Strong Winds (1996) and Maungakakaramea (1998). In 2002, his Auckland exhibition Omarama/Place of Light sold out prior to the opening.

Hight's work is held in many New Zealand collections, and he has been the recipient of several QEII grants.

Many of Hight's works are of one of two types βˆ’ realistic portrayals of countryside, often dominated by beehives, or linear abstract works in wax and resin.

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Important facts

Born
1961, Stratford
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Education
Victoria University of Wellington

Family & relationships

Spouse
Paula Green (poet)

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael Hight?

New Zealand artist (born 1961)

When was Michael Hight born?

Michael Hight was born in 1961 in Stratford.

What is Michael Hight's occupation?

Michael Hight is a painter.

What nationality is Michael Hight?

Michael Hight is New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Michael Hight

Β· Wikidata: Q6831134

Β· DBpedia: Michael Hight

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