Still of the Night
Tui on Harakeke
Original Ink Drawing
Size: 30 x 40cm ( 42 x 56cm framed)
Medium: India Ink and Ink Pen on Fine Art Watercolour Paper, Cold Pressed, 300gsm
Time Spent: 17 hours
Framing: Professionally framed with acid-free matting and standard glass (not UV-protective or non-reflective)
Availability: One-of-a-kind original
Price: $940 NZD (includes packaging; shipping extra)
🌿 The Story Behind the Artwork
Still of the Night is a quiet tribute to the hidden past of the Hokonui Hills, once a refuge for bootleggers who brewed moonshine deep in the bush. The scene takes shape inside a glass flask, glowing with moonlight and mystery - a copper still, a watchful figure, a creek winding past scattered barrels. This drawing isn’t a literal retelling of history, but a glimpse into its atmosphere. It captures the hush of night, the flicker of firelight, and the ever-present moon standing guard overhead. A moment suspended in time, where the stillness carries whispers of the land’s untold stories.
Curious about the story behind this artwork? Read more about my inspiration here.
🖋️ Signed original
📄 Includes a story insert and certificate of authenticity
📦 Shipping is custom - due to the delicate nature of this piece, please reach out to arrange safe delivery.
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![Ink drawing Still of the Night by Te Anau Artist Sina Sibler]()
Still of the Night
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![Ink drawing Still of the Night by Sina Sibler, depicting a moonlit flask with copper still, lone figure, creek, and barrels — inspired by Hokonui Hills bootlegging history.]()
Making of Still of The Night
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![Ink drawing Still of the Night by Sina Sibler, depicting a moonlit flask with copper still, lone figure, creek, and barrels — inspired by Hokonui Hills bootlegging history.]()
Still of The Night at Exhibition
