Meet the artist

I’m Sue — an award-winning, established artist from New Zealand, with a deep love for bold colour and expressive forms. After many years living in beautiful Greece, I’m now back home, where I continue to explore the vibrancy and energy that inspire my work.

There’s nothing I enjoy more than picking up my brush and pouring my energy into each stroke. I use quality materials, rich colour, and a range of mediums to create paintings full of movement, texture, and depth.

My work is often described as luminous and full of life. You might also spot hints of influence from artists like Wassily Kandinsky and Gabrielle Münter of the Blue Rider Group — whose use of shape and emotion continues to inspire me.

Whether it’s a calming presence or a bright burst of energy, I hope my work brings something special to your space.

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Sue Mac Dougall throwing paint brushes in the air

My art is a celebration of colour

“From one work to the next, I am always learning and evolving.”

Award-winning art celebrating nature’s beauty

"Delighted to Meet You"

“Delighted to Meet You” is a painting that captures the essence of nature’s renewal, inspired by the vibrant colours and energy of spring in my garden. Delicate bluebell flowers bloom alongside bold pinks and magentas, with soft touches of natural whites, conveying a sense of joy and hope.

This piece was honoured with the 2024 Tauranga Original Art Expo Jensen Supreme Art Award. Here’s what the judge had to say: “This painting has the wow factor in spades. Great colour harmony. There is a good balance of composition. My eyes kept travelling around this painting and finding areas that gave me joy—joyful and bold, and that is why it is the winner.” Winning this prestigious award is a true honour and recognises the celebration of nature’s beauty and its profound connection to art.

"Delighted to Meet You," an award-winning painting by Sue Mac Dougall, 2024.

“Delighted to Meet You,”, 2024

Sue Mac Dougall with her painting 'Delighted to Meet You' and Jensen Supreme Art Award cup, 2024.

Sue Mac Dougall standing next to her award-winning painting “Delighted to Meet You,” holding the Jensen Supreme Art Award cup, 2024.

Recognised in Jackson’s Art Prize 2025

Learn more about Jackson’s Art Prize here.

Delighted to Meet You has also been recognised internationally, making it to the Extended Longlist of Jackson’s Art Prize 2025. Out of 12,964 entries from 129 countries, it was selected among the top 25% of submissions—a significant achievement in this highly competitive competition.

This recognition highlights the painting’s expressive energy and connection to nature, placing it among some of the best contemporary artworks worldwide.

“Delighted to Meet You,”, 2024

Selected for the Extended Longlist of Jackson’s Art Prize 2025

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Inspiration comes from all around me — the movement of the sea, the colours in my garden, and the energy of each new day

My early career began in Auckland, where I worked as a florist before becoming a full-time artist and art teacher.

These days, my studio is near the coast, where I often find myself captivated by the way the water shifts and shimmers. It’s endlessly fascinating and inspiring.
As well as creating my own work, I love sharing the joy of art with students — both in Tauranga and across New Zealand.

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