Eion Stevens was a prolific artist until he stopped painting a few years ago. Photo: Diederik van HeyningenA renowned and increasingly reclusive artist has died, leaving family and friends hunting for a stashed treasure trove of about 2000 paintings hidden in a city lock-up garage. Eion Stevens, 69, died at his home in central Christchurch recently. 'Fanfare' by artist Eion Stevens. He did what an artist does, he just worked," Trusttum said.

Source: Otago Daily Times September 15, 2021 00:00 UTC