Ailene Cuthbertson

Art with dance, fantasy, dreams, and light

Ailene Cuthbertson in her studio

Hi, I’m Ailene

I’m following my artist dreams and bringing my imagination to life.

Here, you’ll find my art – timeless, emotive portraits full of light and glamour (the ethereal, magic kind).

See what I do

Currently working on…

A new collection: In the heart of the wild

It all began with a video camera to capture movement and atmosphere. Then came my new floaty silk veils — a metaphor for revealing mysteries and wonder. And finally, coming together with a desire to get off-grid and be immersed in nature.

  • Framed original digital fine art print from my In the Heart of the Wild collection on the wall in an interior mockup.
  • © 2020, Ailene Cuthbertson, In the space betwixt earth and sky. Digital fine art print on archival paper, 42 cm x 60 cm.
  • © 2020, Ailene Cuthbertson, Splashing and laughing over the edge. Digital fine art print on archival paper, 42 cm x 60 cm.
  • Framed original digital fine art prints from my In the Heart of the Wild collection on the wall in an interior mockup.

Explore the behind-the-scenes art adventures and watch ‘making of’ videos on my blog.

Explore the blog

Come with me, and let’s escape into
magic and wonder

Allons-y!

Discover the wild wasteland of the fire dancers… →
Leap through a moonlit forest with the ghostly Wilis… →
Join ethereal water dancers as they seek a Waylight… →

Dance in one of the greatest romances in history… →
Awaken lost legends… →
Feel the fire… →

As seen at
ArtsPost Galleries and Shop, HamiltonCliftons Art PrizeNZ Art ShowRaglan Arts WeekendBeautiful Things

Pick your path

Timeless, emotive portraits spreading a love of dance, nature, and storytelling.
Visit the collections →
What’s my artist story? How did I get started? Where do I get my inspiration? I’m glad you asked!
Get to know me →
Find out what I'm up to in and out of the studio - with lots of behind-the-scenes videos!
Explore the blog →