James Ingram Mcdonald
James Ingram McDonald: A Pioneer of Māori Culture in Film and Art James Ingram McDonald (1865-1935) stands as a remarkably multifaceted figure in New Zealand’s artistic and cultural landscape – a painter, photographer, filmmaker, museum director, and, crucially, a passionate advocate for the preservation and promotion of Māori arts and crafts. Born in Christchurch in 1865, McDonald's life was defined by a deep respect for both Europea…
The Lifeline
Scroll through James Ingram Mcdonald's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups James Ingram Mcdonald's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
