Caroline Kelly

Artist | Tutor

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Caroline Kelly is an internationally acclaimed artist recognized for her expertise in oil painting, watercolour, and classical drawing. With a deep passion for capturing the human form and the world around her, she has dedicated years to refining her craft. In 2022, after recovering from amnesia, Caroline remarkably re-taught herself how to paint and draw—emerging stronger and more inspired than ever.

 

Her resilience and artistic talent have led her to exhibit and teach around the world, continuously evolving her practice through learning and exploration.

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Caroline’s work has been celebrated with numerous national and international awards, including the International Prize Phoenix (Venice, 2024), the WAA Woman Art Award (Barcelona, 2024), and the Leonardo da Vinci Prize (Milan, 2024). She continues to push artistic boundaries, creating compelling, emotionally resonant works that captivate audiences worldwide.

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Awards:

The International prize PHOENIX, Venice 2024

The WAA Woman Art Award, Barcelona 2024

The International Prize Leonardo Di Vinci, Milan 2024

1st Place, Presidents Award New Zealand Academy Of Art, Open Show, Wellington 2023

1st Place, Edinburgh Premier Award, Dunedin 2023

Peoples Choice Award, Ashburton Art Society, Annual Exhibition 2023

Highly Commended Award, Ashburton Art Society, Annual Exhibition 2023

Peoples Choice Award, Splash, NZ Watercolour Society 2019

Merit Award, Splash, NZ Watercolour Society 2019.