New Artland - Reuben Paterson (Series Two, Episode 12)

Hosted by musician and artist Chris Knox, this series pairs Kiwi artists with communities to create epic works of art. Reuben Paterson, who is well-known for using glitter and big bold patterns, heads to Bethells Beach in West Auckland to create an optical illusion on the black sand shoreline. Locals, including mayor Bob Harvey, pick up shovels to create the masterpiece, racing against the clock before high tide arrives. A relaxed Paterson pushes on, despite plans going awry. "I’m so used to doing big art projects, we’ve got to think positive and that everything is possible.”

I'm so used to doing big art projects — we've got to think positive and that everything is possible.

– Artist Reuben Paterson, on his ambitious beach art design

Key Cast & Crew

Kim Gunter

Director

Chris Knox

Presenter

Neil Stichbury

Camera, Producer

Anthony Nevison

Sound Mix

Bob Harvey

Subject

Luke Nola

Original Idea