Peter Roche

Peter Roche
Born 1957 (age 58–59)
Alma mater Elam School of Fine Arts, University of Auckland
Occupation Sculptor

Peter Roche (born 1957) is a New Zealand sculptor. He was born in 1957 and studied at Elam School of Fine Arts, University of Auckland. His primary focus area is on light-based sculptural installations[1], though he first made his mark in performance art.[2] In 1995 he bought the 1920s former Ambassador Theatre in Point Chevalier, and used the space to build his artwork.[3][4]

Perhaps his best-known works are large-scale pieces like Coral, adorning the Vero Centre building in downtown Auckland[5], and Saddleblaze, installed at Gibbs Farm.

References

  1. ↑ "Peter Roche, Saddleblaze". Gibbs Farm. Retrieved 2016-03-13.
  2. ↑ Gifford, Adam (2006-11-07). "Let there be light - then dark". New Zealand Herald. ISSN 1170-0777. Retrieved 2016-03-13.
  3. ↑ Street, Danielle (2012-11-16). "Peter Roche's cinematic new show". Stuff.co.nz. Retrieved 2016-03-13.
  4. ↑ Herald, New Zealand. "My Auckland: Pt Chevalier". M.nzherald.co.nz. Retrieved 2016-03-13.
  5. ↑ "Vero Centre - Art Gallery". Verocentre.co.nz. Retrieved 2016-03-13.
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