Jane Martin

1950’s poolside playfulness is the focus of theses uplifting and enjoyable works, redolent in colour with a touch of nostalgia

Artist Artworks

By The Pool

Acrylic on Canvas

50 x 102cm

NZ$2,950

Lazy Sunday II

Acrylic on Canvas

40 x 40cm

NZ$1,500

Saturday Afternoon, Thunderbirds Motel

Acrylic on Canvas

40 x 77cm

NZ$2,500

Summer in Florida

Acrylic on Canvas

50 x 50cm

NZ$2,250

Exhibitions

Little Gems Exhibition

Nov 10 — Nov 28, 2025

Small is beautiful - interesting, colourful, joyous and fabulous. This offering of over 100 artworks by leading New Zealand and overseas artists is currently on view in our gallery window. A small painting is the most meaningful of gifts, to family, friends and oneself.

* Complimentary gift wrapping & vino with each purchase.

Artist Biography

Jane Martin

(b. 1967, Wellington)

Originally from Wellington, Jane has called Auckland’s North Shore home for the last 20 years. A change of direction saw this former commercial lawyer study painting at the Browne School of Art, participate in several group and solo exhibitions and most recently join other painters to work in Italy. Jane enjoys working in bright acrylics, which have the ability to instant mood elevation. She combines abstract painting with figurative work.

During a visit to the United States, Jane came across some old motel postcards featuring images from the 1950s. These postcards provided the inspiration for her latest series of works portraying 1950’s poolside fun. There is a degree of nostalgia to these paintings. The ‘50s were exuberant and hopeful times, the post-war outlook was positive and this mood is reflected in Jane’s palette of fresh, bright colours with contrasting pastels. These affectionate depictions hark back to simpler times and aim to put a smile on your face.