Tara Woods

Tara Woods was born April 2nd, 1991, in Te Maru, Timaru New Zealand, currently working and residing in Ōtautahi, Christchurch, New Zealand.
Tara uses acrylic paint on stretched canvas, using the themes and inspiration from the natural world to create one-of-a-kind pieces,
She also uses inspiration from her personal life to create pieces that represent meaning from her life and is currently working on adding resin to her works.
She is passionate about creating and encouraging creativity in all. Tara also likes to share her experience with IBD – Crohn’s disease and to help show support for the medical staff and programmes that support those with IBD.

Experience

Freelance Visual Artist - Christchurch, New Zealand

February 2025 – Present

www.tara-woods-art.com/ 

Creating works of art and other objects that have visual appeal or provoke certain emotions. Promoting my work via my website and social media. Imagine and develop new, original ideas to create new work. Selling my work and working well with existing customers and potential buyers. Entering art exhibitions and competitions to further my work and art career.

Volunteering

Power Sparks Sunday School (Pre-School Room)
Elim Church Burnside – June 2025 - Present
Assists the small group leader on Sunday mornings. Helps supervise kids and joins in discussions, activities, and prayer. Is a role model for their small group.

Education

Certificate in Business Open Polytechnic
(Accounting Support Services) (Level 4) - 2023

  • Operate the accounting cycle and produce and communicate financial information using dedicated accounting software, to support the entity's objectives.

  • Calculate and prepare PAYE, GST, and FBT returns, manage accounts payable and receivable, and prepare payroll and related administration records.

  • Collaborate and contribute to the achievement of team objectives.

  • Behave professionally and ethically and in a socially and culturally responsible manner, and apply personal and interpersonal skills to provide accounting support services for the entity.


New Zealand Certificate in Business Open Polytechnic
(Introduction to Small Business) (Level 3) 2023

  • Identify and evaluate business opportunities that are relevant in terms of own abilities, interests, and preferences.

  • Develop an establishment plan that assesses the feasibility and viability of a small business opportunity.

  • Identify technology needs to effectively operate a small business.

  • Assess the importance of business relationships with stakeholders for a small business.

  • Behave professionally and ethically and in a socially and culturally responsible manner and apply personal and interpersonal skills to contribute to the assessment of small business opportunities. 


New Zealand Certificate in Business Open Polytechnic
(Administration and Technology) (Level 3) - 2022

  • Provide administrative and general office services using business technologies to support everyday operational activities in an office environment.

  • Process data, produce information, and perform financial calculations for business purposes.

  • Work cooperatively within a team and contribute to the achievement of objectives.

  • Select and apply customer service techniques to best meet stakeholder expectations.

  • Behave professionally and ethically and in a socially and culturally responsible manner and apply personal and interpersonal skills to contribute to the performance of the office