Welcome to myshinymadness — the bold, sustainable art practice of Lisa Watkins. Based in West Auckland, Lisa transforms discarded materials into sculptural statements that are equal parts political, playful, and poignant.
She is the winner of the 2025 Localised Sustainability Art Award, and has already won multiple other awards in 2025. Recognised as one of Aotearoa’s most original mixed media artists, Lisa has been noted by curators and collectors as “one to watch” in New Zealand’s contemporary art scene.
Contemporary Upcycled Mixed Media Art & Assemblage – Made in Aotearoa
"Absoloutely stunning, the quality the colour -just incredible"
The Candy Dreams upcycled sculpture is built from a donated pink mannequin torso and intertwined Barbie doll parts. Through bold colour and playful chaos, Lisa Watkins explores the mental load carried by women juggling multiple roles. Vibrant and witty yet deeply reflective, this piece speaks to the strength and humour in modern-day resilience.
112cm × 50 cm
