Colin McCahon photographed in the Auckland Art Gallery Studio, 1961. Photographer: Bernie Hill. E H McCormick Research Library, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.
A groundbreaking project to protect and promote the work of one of Aotearoa’s taonga: Colin McCahon.
Colin McCahon, Six Days in Nelson and Canterbury, oil on canvas on board, 1950. Gift of Colin McCahon through the Friends of the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (1978/12). CM000001. Reproduction courtesy of the Colin McCahon Trust.
We are embarking on a project to make Colin McCahon’s 1,800+ artworks accessible to everyone. With an interactive digital archive of McCahon’s exceptional work and life, millions of people will be able to see his iconic artworks up close. Featuring intuitive search functionality, the new Colin McCahon archive will also provide contemporary perspectives on McCahon’s work and ongoing impact.
Join with us to preserve, protect and celebrate one of New Zealand’s most cherished taonga for generations to come: The artist, his work, its impact and his legacy.
Colin McCahon, Clouds 3, 1975 (2024), Edition of 100, Screen-print / 640 gsm Hahnemühle cold pressed paper / 1035 x 700 mm. CM000105. Reproduction courtesy of the Colin McCahon Trust.
A limited edition opportunity to support the project
The Colin McCahon Trust is excited to present a beautiful limited edition art print of Colin McCahon’s Clouds 3, 1975 (2024) for purchase to support the fundraising effort for this project. To enquire about purchasing please get in touch with us.
