FLOX
Her real name is Hayley Elizabeth. She was born in Kaitaia, New Zealand (in Maori) in 1979. She holds a bachelor’s degree in design. She founded FLOX Studio in 2003 and is active in the local art world under the name FLOX. She is currently one of the most recognized contemporary artists in New Zealand. She currently lives in Auckland, New Zealand.
As a stencil spray painting artist, FLOX’s creations are deeply rooted in street art in the early 2000s, and her iconic style derived from the natural world is undoubtedly recognized by people today. She has always adhered to the concept of “creating art for the people” and making art approachable, leaving many iconic marks on the urban landscape of downtown Auckland for more than 20 years.
FLOX’s signature native birds, ferns and flowers are a celebration of the New Zealand environment. Her use of distinctly vibrant and confident colours, combined with exquisite proportions, magically transforms grey walls into vibrant depictions of the natural world.
FLOX quickly expanded her artistic practice from street spray painting to murals, prints, publications, graphic design, and art activities such as live painting, projects and workshops for schools and the general public. She participates in numerous collaborations, charity work, and group and solo exhibitions, using site-specific murals to express local narratives and reflect on environmental issues in the area. FLOX’s accessible narratives have broadened her appeal, and as her work continues to gain global recognition, she has left her footprints around the world, including the United States, Germany, China, Singapore, India, and other places. Her works of endangered or rare native plants and animals around the world show her deep connection to the land and culture. FLOX will continue to spread her wings and make her presence felt in public spaces and homes around the world.
Recent exhibition experience
2024 ART IN THE PARK丨Auckland, New Zealand
2023 New Zealand Art Trail丨Auckland, New Zealand
2022 Light Festival丨Taranaki, New Zealand
Some of the exhibited works
FLOX
Parakeet and chrysanthemum
178×125cm
Mixed media
Hand-painted stencil spray paint, acrylic roller background matte varnish, solid Italian oak pallet frame 2024
FLOX
Summer Serenade
100×100cm
Mixed media
Hand-painted stencil spray paint, varnish, plywood with frame backing 2024
FLOX
Imperial Crane: Dancing
150×150cm
Mixed materials
Hand-painted template spray paint, acrylic roller satin varnish 2024
FLOX & SWEATS
Symbiosis (1)
200×140cm
Mixed media
Hand-painted template spray paint, acrylic, varnish 2024
FLOX & SWEATS
Symbiosis (2)
200×140cm
Mixed media
Hand-painted template spray paint, acrylic, varnish 2024
丨Exhibition Information
Visitors from the Pacific
New Zealand Artists SWEATS & FLOX Double Exhibition
Exhibition Period July 19-August 4, 2024
Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9:30-17:30, Saturday and Sunday 10:00-18:00
Location No. 123 Donghu Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, Non-Space
Curator Yi Zixiang
Organizer Non-Space / Auckland International Art Space
Supporting organization Art Expo Online
Exhibition enquiry 020-37650271
丨Transportation tips
Turn right from Exit B1 of Donghu Station on Guangzhou Metro Line 6 and walk 100 meters to the destination
Reply map on the official account to get a more detailed map and transportation instructions
