Adrian Barrett F.N.Z.I.P.P. A.I.P.P.

Fine art photographer turned artist.

Born in Nottingham, England.
Emigrated to New Zealand at the age of 18.

Adrian is an artist who at this time is being discovered in a painter's world, however he is already an established household name in the world of photographic artistry.

His painting is born out of a lifetime career in professional photography, which is a considerably faster means of expressing oneself. Adrian now feels that the time taken to convey the artist's impression, is no longer an issue but a wonderful time consuming process of research, building, and experimentation.

His painting eye is very much like his photographic eye, and carries with it the attention to realistic detail.

His talents in the arts are wide, particularly in fine art photography and now painting in oils.

He considers himself extremely fortunate to have been able to stay with his chosen vocation in the arts for over thirty years. His wealth of experience in light, colour, form and dimension is seen in the natural transition he now brings to the canvas.

Adrian has achieved the highest distinction possible from the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography, plus many other awards both in New Zealand and overseas. He is currently serving on the Honours Council, which runs The Institute's awards and judging programme.

Photographic & Design Achievements

1989 Awarded an Associateship to the NZ Institute of Professional Photography (N.Z.I.P.P)
1991 Awarded Master Photographer N.Z.I.P.P.
1993 Awarded Fellow of the N.Z.I.P.P.
1994 Awarded Gold Bar to Fellowship
1995 Highly Commended Pride in Print Awards
1996 Awarded a further Gold Bar to Fellowship
1997 Gold Medal Category Winner Pride in Print Awards
1998 Portrait Category Winner N.Z.I.P.P.
1998 Winner of Apix Assignment Award N.Z.I.P.P.
1998 Winner of N.Z.I.P.P. Photographer of the Year
1999 Awarded Associate to the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (A.I.P.P.)
1999 Awarded a further Gold Bar to Fellowship
2000 Awarded a further Gold Bar to Fellowship
2001 Awarded a further Gold Bar to Fellowship