Paying homage to the "big tree" of Cornwall Park

Artist Josh Lancaster doesn't want you to look too closely at his paintings. Instead, he hopes his work will transport people to moments in their lives and evoke their memories. Josh is now based in Hawke's Bay but grew up in Auckland - with much of his childhood spent rambling and exploring the lush greenery and the giant trees of Cornwall Park. His new solo exhibition A Tree Story: Portraits of Cornwall Park at Turua Gallery in St Heliers in Auckland pays homage to the well-known and beloved space which has become a place of comfort and nostalgia for him. Known for his clear lines and distinctive landscapes, his work often captures a slice of Kiwiana paradise. His paintings now in homes around the world including Hong Kong, Dubai and London - and before painting he had a successful decade-long career in advertising. Josh Lancaster speaks to Culture 101.

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