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Mel the Painter Mel the Painter | Hawera window artist
Bringing streets & shopfronts to life with bold, seasonal art.

Well, I gave it a good go today, but the wind won out in the end!Our main street is a wind tunnel and when you're trying...
04/10/2026

Well, I gave it a good go today, but the wind won out in the end!

Our main street is a wind tunnel and when you're trying to paint fine black outlines in gusts, it poses a bit of a problem!

I'm not even going to talk about how many layers I wore today and it was STILL freezing!!!

Looking forward to a cold morning, but a lot less wind tomorrow!

Can you believe it's nearly Christmas again! I have limited spaces available for Christmas windows. If you've already me...
30/09/2026

Can you believe it's nearly Christmas again!

I have limited spaces available for Christmas windows. If you've already messaged me, don't fret, I have you locked in and will confirm your painting day soon.

I can't wait to make the town all Christmassy again!!

I had so much fun painting this mural up. I can't believe how good it looks in Arabica Coffee Bar with the freshly paint...
06/08/2026

I had so much fun painting this mural up. I can't believe how good it looks in Arabica Coffee Bar with the freshly painted cream walls! Thanks to everyone who stopped and chatted and asked questions.
I feel so Lucky to be able to do this!

Oh my gosh, how fun was this to paint. Thanks so much to Casey and the girls who made me feel so welcome and all the lov...
05/08/2026

Oh my gosh, how fun was this to paint. Thanks so much to Casey and the girls who made me feel so welcome and all the lovely people who came and chatted. What a pleasure it was to paint inside!

Braved the wind and spun the wheel submon2022 at the winter fest Hawera! Yes! I was a winner!!!! Thanks Mon! Well done e...
09/07/2026

Braved the wind and spun the wheel submon2022 at the winter fest Hawera! Yes! I was a winner!!!! Thanks Mon! Well done everyone who's out and about!

01/07/2026

Lovell's Flowers need I say more....

30/06/2026

I've had so much fun painting this new window, even with the enforced mid-paint break when a massive storm nearly wrecked my window! After cleaning everything up, I was finally able to get back to it.

I’ve absolutely loved bringing this window to life for the Hapori Hub. It's definitely worth popping down and checking i...
22/02/2026

I’ve absolutely loved bringing this window to life for the Hapori Hub. It's definitely worth popping down and checking it out in person!

This window was inspired by South Taranaki framed in botanicals and woven with the spirit of community.

You’ll spot so many local icons in the mural: Taranaki maunga, the Hāwera water tower, Highway 45, rolling farmland, cows, loaves of bread, ocean swirls, and flax weaving throughout the design. Each element connects back to the kaupapa of the space.

At the centre of it all is the beautiful whakataukī:
“Whiria te tangata – weave the people together.”
A reminder of unity, connection, and the strength of community.

Surrounding the artwork are the values that shape Hapori Hub:
Mauri ora, Aroha, Whanaungatanga, Rangatiratanga, and Manaakitanga.

I can’t wait for this space to open and for the community to experience it.
Stay tuned so much goodness is on the way!!

A quick change and  is  ready
16/02/2026

A quick change and is ready

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220A High Street
Hawera
4610

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