LUCIA LAUBSCHER
Queen of Diamonds
A multi-medium exploration of indian inks, watercolour, acrylic and paint markers, this design was reworked digitally as a series of playing cards in a series of four. Featuring NZ Fantail (Pīwakawaka), she flits around as Queen, energetic and playful with her curious nature. Widely distributed throughout NZ, the Maori ori believed the fantail was responsible for the presence of death in the world. It was believed that if a fantail was seen inside a house it was bad luck and news of death would be imminent. This is due to the legend of Maui (a Demi-god from their folklore) thinking he could eradicate death by successfully passing through the goddess of death by entering through the goddess the pathway of birth. The fantail, warned by Maui to be quiet, began laughing and woke the goddess, who was so angry that she promptly killed Maui. Made in NZ with love.
✜ 250gsm enhanced matte art paper
✜ natural white, smooth finish
✜ archival inks for vibrancy and detail
✜ available in multiple sizes
✜ purchase framed or unframed
Please note that framed prints are not shipped outside of New Zealand
Her work is diverse, encompassing large-scale murals to smaller canvases, photography and digital art. Her murals can be seen all over Auckland, including one of Auckland's Transport trains, where one of her designs was successful to make a train wrap, helping to spread messages of train safety.
Lucia loves learning new creative skills and incorporating them into her arts practice. She loves experimenting with different mediums and is continually learning new skills to expand her own creative endeavours and loves the process of creating.
Her most popular creations are imbued with symbolic narratives, reflecting her inherent talent for storytelling. Drawing inspiration from her environment, whether the local community or the natural vistas, Lucia crafts vibrant and colourful artworks that blend her African heritage with the diverse cultural influences of Aotearoa, seamlessly merging patterns and motifs from indigenous cultures with native flora and fauna.
Lucia's artistic mission revolves around fostering cultural connections, focusing on shared human experiences over differences. When Lucia is not immersed in her art, she enjoys being a wife and mum, raising four daughters, savouring a glass of wine, preparing delectable meals for her dear ones, or getting lost in the pages of captivating literature.
Frames are optional when you order your art print.
Our standard framing option is a premium moulded boxed frame, handcrafted locally in New Zealand. It features 20mm mouldings and a depth of 30mm, and is available in Natural Oak, Black, or White. Each framed print is backed with MDF and includes hanging fittings. We carefully wrap each framed print in bubble wrap and place it in a protective cardboard box for safe delivery.
Please note that A0 framed prints must be collected from our suppliers in Ponsonby or Takapuna, Auckland. We do not ship framed glass prints either within New Zealand or internationally. For more information, please refer to our FAQs.
We partner with NZ Post and Post Haste for our courier services. We are happy to offer FREE, locally tracked, and insured shipping for deliveries across New Zealand.
For additional details on our shipping and delivery rates, processing times, and delivery time frames, please see our FAQs.
Orders received daily before 12pm will be dispatched the following day. Orders received after 12pm on Friday or any Public Holidays, will be dispatched the following Monday or the next business day.
Once your order is dispatched for shipping, we will send you an email confirming your order and provide you with a tracking number.
NZ DELIVERY: *
Unframed Art Prints - FREE
Framed Art Prints - FREE
Tracked & Insured Courier
Dispatch: 2 - 3 days
Delivery: 4 - 14 days
Auckland pickup is available. If you want your print same day, please get in touch.
* Please note that we do not ship framed prints internationally and ee do not deliver to PO Boxes and rural deliveries can take a little longer
We are happy to offer a straightforward 30-day return and refund policy for our art products, including any damaged items. For detailed information about our Returns and Refunds policy, please visit the FAQs section here.
Please note that we do not provide refunds or accept returns for digital art products.
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Why Choose Art & Realism
FINE ART PRINTING
All prints are locally printed on high quality acid-free 21 enhanced smooth matte art paper, or 310gsm Cotton Rag 100% velvet textured paper stock using archival quality inks.
PREMIUM ART FRAMING
Our frames are sustainably sourced, solid wood premium boxed frames with 2mm thick glass, 20mm wide and 30mm deep moldings. All frames are locally made in New Zealand.
READY TO HANG
Your new framed art arrives sealed with acid-free tape on the back for dust protection & humidity control. All framed artwork includes hanging hardware ready to hang in any space.
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