ART. TRAVEL. cultures. PEOPLE. FAITH.

Tim Houghton is a New Zealand-based artist known for his expressive and dynamic painting style. He is fascinated by the colour and vibrancy of the world’s cultures and peoples—and the challenge of capturing these visual experiences on paper or canvas. Travel, more than anything, drives his creative soul. Over the years he has been amazed at how a cluster of interests—art, travel, cultures, people and faith—have resurfaced again and again in various combinations, like a giant Rubik’s cube, to define the direction of his life and work.

With a degree in Fine Art from Cardiff College of Art, he spent two decades in the San Francisco Bay Area, exhibiting his work in solo and group shows. His love for travel has taken him to over 60 countries, inspiring a rich visual language that captures the vibrancy of different cultures. Alongside his artistic journey, he has been deeply involved in social work, supporting refugees and marginalised communities. His faith plays a central role in his life and creative practice, reflecting a deep appreciation for beauty, movement and storytelling through art. He currently works from his home studio in Auckland, New Zealand.