CRACCUM // An Artist's Journey

The start of 2025 has been a busy time for Brad Novak (aka New Blood Pop) with not only continued creating and planning towards a new limited edition screenprint but also an exciting solo show.

He's also made time to discuss his unusual journey to become a practicing artist. Lewis Creed, the managing editor of Craccum magazine recently contacted Brad to interview him, and hopefully glean for the University magazine's audience any advice he might have for young people trying to find their way in the world.

The result is a nice summary of how life changes can be made with a combination of desire, grit and happenstance.

Read the article here: 'An Interview with UOA Alumni Artist Dr. Brad Novak.

Novak credits his wife Katrina with introducing him to contemporary art at 'The Tate Modern', whilst on their OE in London in 2000-2001, and thereby changing his life forever:

"That visit was like a lightning strike, awakening my inner artist. I spent 2 hours discounting the quality of art, saying, "That’s crap, I could do that" and Katrina keep repeating “But you didn’t do it, Brad”."

- Brad Novak

Novak also has a number of limited edition screenprints that are near to selling out...

Click on each image to see details.

CHECK OUT THE NEW BLOOD POP WEBSITE HERE

May the force be with you... always.

Art House Tour // OBV Gallery Feature

November 2024 is proving a busy month for Brad Novak (aka New Blood Pop) with 2 showcases happening simultaneously.

Tomorrow (Saturday 23rd November) he will be in attendance at House Number 1 on the Auckland Grammar Art House Tour, a one-day-only yet 2-yearly event. See Novak's works on show here - 'NEW BLOOD POP - ART HOUSE TOUR':

Novak has 5 works on show including the Sir Edmund Hillary painting featured above.

"The Auckland Grammar Art House Tour is a chance for me to give back to the school that gave me such a great start in life!"

- Brad Novak

Also in November, Novak is the feature artist at the wonderful OBV Gallery in Omaha north of Auckland. The gallery sits within the Omaha Bay Vinyard and is a bespoke and awe-inspiring setting to view art on any trip up north. The 'bunker' must be seen to be believed...

Make sure to say hi to Bev or Hegman on any visit and ask to hear their inspirational story.

CHECK OUT OBV GALLERY HERE

May the force be with you... always.

Group Show // Art in the Park 2024

New Blood Pop is once again showing in 2024 at the art extravaganza that is Art in the Park, in Auckland, New Zealand:

His booth will contain brand new works extending his 'Still Life Reboot' series into what the artist calls 'Urban Meadows'. Juxtaposition is once again a major feature in his work!

In bringing together unexpected threads from several of his previous series, the artist is creating urban art 'scenes' which convey a multitude of messages for each person to discover.

"I'm thrilled to be showcasing an entire new body of work that builds on what has come before... but hopefully continues to challenge art lovers in both a fresh and meaningful way!"

- Brad Novak

ART IN THE PARK WEBSITE

Art in the Park opens this week!!! With the grand opening on Thursday the 19th of September, and public viewing starting on Friday the 20th through the weekend.

Come along and see these new works and make sure to stop and say hi.

The artist will be onsite each day along with the wonderful Christine Rabarts Art Dealer who is helping to curate the booth!!

MESSAGE US HERE

May the force be with you... always.