Dress Art Gallery | Collette NZ Artist
If you're a fashion lover, especially of dresses, you'll appreciate the beauty of these watercolour dress paintings. "100 Dresses" has influenced me as an artist since childhood. Here you can find a selection of my historical and contemporary watercolour dress artworks and other dress artworks available for purchase. Remember to check out the SOLD ARTWORKS page for previous paintings. I'm also available for commissioned work if you want to add a unique piece to your collection. Don't hesitate to get in touch with me to discuss your ideas.
100 Dresses
The 100 watercolour Dresses exhibition, was inspired by the book The 100 Dresses by Eleanor Estes in the 1940s. You can find a small selection of pieces from the show available to purchase in the gallery below
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Deep, dark, foreboding. The dress she forgot... New dress artwork by New Zealand Contemporary artist Collette. For Sale by the artist -
Fishtail evening gown with side frill and single sleeve detail. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper -
Apparition is a vintage lace dress from the Ghost Dress series inspired by a visit to the Waitomo Caves Hotel. For sale Art on Tyne Gallery -
1950s day dress in teal and blue, buttoned front with lapel and short sleeves. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
The Banshee is a vintage lace dress from the Ghost Dress series inspired by a visit to the Waitomo Caves Hotel. Purchase from Art on Tyne Gallery Oamaru -
Mermaid dress with shell bustier and elegant tail. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
Futuristic style swing dress in purples and blues, a tiered waterfall overskirt with large eyelet features. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
The Ghost Dress is a vintage lace dress from the Ghost Dress series inspired by a visit to the Waitomo Caves Hotel. Buy now: Art on Tyne Gallery, Oamaru -
Movie star glam sheath dress fit for the Oscars, a full-length train with sash style strapless princess seamed design. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
Modern 1950s style swing dress in icy blues, a detailed abstract neckline and border printed skirt. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
A pretty pale lemon patterned swing dress with a stylish waist bow. Cap sleeves and a full swing skirt 210 x 297mm unframed Schmincke watercolour on paper $40NZD -
The modern version of a 1950s style swing dress in rich, warm orange, red, gold and blue: featuring a v detailed bodice design continuing through to the straps and down over the full swing skirt. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
1950s style swing dress, in purple and blue, a detailed neckline with an abstract patterned skirt. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
1950s style Sailor inspired swing dress in pinks and purples with a plunging neckline and white tie, and white border band. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
950s style swing dress in rich warm orange, red and gold, a daring neckline with tiered skirt and trim. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
Stunning fitted sheath dress in rich, warm orange, side flounce with train and a pleated halterneck. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
1950s style swing dress in rich, warm orange, cowl neckline with cap sleeves. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
1950s style swing dress in pink and gold, with frills and a floral design midriff and border print $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
1950s style swing dress in pink and gold, wth a button-down bodice, gathered straps and detailed midriff. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
1950s-style swing dress in pink and gold, sweetheart neckline with a sheer shoulder. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
A 1950s style swing dress in olive green and gold, button-down front and detailed midriff. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
The finale dress of any fashion collection is the wedding dress; 100 dresses were no exception. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm -
Watercolour dress from the 100 Dresses collection. 1950s style swing dress in olive greens and golds, a border print like this was a common feature of this era. $40NZD unframed schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297 mm Dress painting for sale by artist -
!850s style swing skirt and fitted buttoned detail bodice with a sheer yoke. $40NZD unframed Schmincke watercolour paints on paper 210 x 297mm