Anne-Sophie says her favourite painting is of Waiau Pass in Nelson Lakes NP; RIGHT: Anne-Sophie spent 30–45 minutes each day painting a view on the TA / Anne-Sophie de Salins @the_french_ink
One of the first gifts Anne-Sophie de Salins’ husband gave her was a book describing Te Araroa. The French amateur artist had dreamed of walking the trail for more than five years. In February she completed the journey with her husband – on their honeymoon. Along the way, de Salins captured the view, not through […]
About the author
Samantha Mythen
Walk Shorts writer Samantha Mythen is currently adventuring around the world, writing, hiking and cycling. She studied law but is now a journalist. She has worked for RNZ and freelanced for global publications, including Japan Today.
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