Fine art by New Zealand artist: Mel McKenzie ~ The Penny Drops
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Original Bokeh Oil Paintings
Bokeh is the star of these paintings: elusive, soft and full of...
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The Print Shop
The Penny Drops' excusive range of fine art prints. Surrender your focus...
"You can't always change the situation, but you can change what you give your attention to"
'Bokeh' is the art of softening - not unfocused, but a different way of seeing.
These paintings are designed to be emotional insulation for your home. In contrast to the hardness and noise of the world, the work gently holds your focus on light, beauty, and the good.
x Mel
What's new?
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Dunedin Railway Station - Bokeh original oil painting on canvas
Regular price $300.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price per -
‘Shine Through’ - blurry fine art flower print
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Shine Through - Bokeh floral still life painting on canvas
Regular price $950.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price per
"Gosh - I just really love your work!"
"I love how you can get lost in it when visualising the referenced place, but also sit very happily with it in complete calm not being tied to the specific location."
Jade - Australia
Komorebi Art
Imagine a quiet moment where the light filters softly through trees, bathing everything in a gentle, golden haze.
Welcome to Komorebi - a beautiful Japanese term for sunlight leaking through leaves. It's this calming beauty I often seek in my paintings - resulting in invitations to slow down and let the world soften around you.
The Bokeh Blog
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What does Bokeh Art mean to you?
Are you a beauty seeker? A memory holder or a story weaver? Bokeh art means different things to different people - figure out what it means to you in this...
What does Bokeh Art mean to you?
Are you a beauty seeker? A memory holder or a story weaver? Bokeh art means different things to different people - figure out what it means to you in this...
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2024 Southland Art Trail - AND Studio opening
The 2024 Southland Art Trail coincides with the 'official' opening of The Penny Drops' new Art Studio. You're invited to come and cut the red ribbon, drink some tea, browse some...
2024 Southland Art Trail - AND Studio opening
The 2024 Southland Art Trail coincides with the 'official' opening of The Penny Drops' new Art Studio. You're invited to come and cut the red ribbon, drink some tea, browse some...
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The Penny Drops is getting a new Studio!
In October 2022 Mel decided she needed a new studio. Recap the twists and turns of this journey from setting her sights on an old school building that's coming on...
The Penny Drops is getting a new Studio!
In October 2022 Mel decided she needed a new studio. Recap the twists and turns of this journey from setting her sights on an old school building that's coming on...
Show them you care
Thoughtfully curated gift boxes - choose a beautiful set of prints, the ingredients for some restorative timeout and more...
Not all heroes wear ca...
Ah wait - this one does!
Save your walls from unnecessary holes - hang art with pin-point precision when you #hackthehang
Gift Cards
For when you're not 100% sure which piece of art they want - or want to make a contribution towards a larger piece... now you can give a The Penny Drops Gift Card!
"But most of all, the painting made me happy"
Have we met yet?
Perhaps at an exhibition, on a visit to my studio or we've 'chatted' on Instagram?
If not, Hi! I'm Mel McKenzie. I share your passion for making your home as beautiful & unique as you, filled with light & interest - these distinctive bokeh paintings are the 'how'.
Bring the outside in
Baskets for plants, flowers, harvesting, foraging, guest bathrooms, craft supplies, hampers, gifting, baking and more... delicious textures & all the soothing tones of nature.
The Penny Drops' rustic coiled rope baskets feature wild-sourced handles, warm tones and chunky cotton rope.