23 Feb 2016

Grafton To The Guggenheim - Max Gimblett

From Afternoons, 1:20 pm on 23 February 2016
Max Gimblett (centre) with his team Giovanni, Kristen and Matt

Max Gimblett (centre) with his team Giovanni, Kristen and Matt Photo: Jason Schmidt, NYC

Max Gimblett is one of New Zealand's most treasured and noted artists. He's celebrating his 80th birthday this summer and is reminiscing about his journey From Grafton to the Guggenheim. That's the title of a new book about his life and work. The book celebrates Max's work in the mediums of painting, sculpture, ink drawings and artist's books.

Max Gimblett talks with Jesse Mulligan about his painting process, his gurus and his spiritual beliefs: