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Artwork details
- Medium : Oil on Canvas
- Other details : Artwork on Dibond. Framing on request.
- Dimensions : 17.7x23.6in
About this artwork
I have called this painting The Narrow Gate with reference to what Jesus declares in Matthew 7:13-14: “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.”
It is a beautiful scene with the lightened area beyond the narrow gate and the whole vista framed by the foreground trees… and the climbing roses. Everything draws you to the narrow gate and to the light beyond. I think that it is a captivating scene.
It is a beautiful scene with the lightened area beyond the narrow gate and the whole vista framed by the foreground trees… and the climbing roses. Everything draws you to the narrow gate and to the light beyond. I think that it is a captivating scene.
Peter Whitcombe
New Zealand
Credentials
- Featured in gallery curations
- Works on commission
Peter Whitcombe is a New Zealand-based fine artist with a background in graphic design and printing. Drawing on this creative foundation, Peter has transitioned into fine art, where he now works primarily with oils and acrylics to capture the diverse beauty of New Zealand’s landscapes.
His work spans a wide range of scenery—from tranquil farmlands and dramatic waterfalls to iconic destinations that showcase the country’s natural splendour. With a focus on realism, Peter’s paintings are known for their lifelike detail, clarity, and vibrant colour.
Initially working in acrylics for their fast drying time, Peter now prefers oils for their richness and ability to maintain brightness over time. This shift has allowed him to bring greater depth and luminosity to his work.
His work spans a wide range of scenery—from tranquil farmlands and dramatic waterfalls to iconic destinations that showcase the country’s natural splendour. With a focus on realism, Peter’s paintings are known for their lifelike detail, clarity, and vibrant colour.
Initially working in acrylics for their fast drying time, Peter now prefers oils for their richness and ability to maintain brightness over time. This shift has allowed him to bring greater depth and luminosity to his work.