early life and inspiration teuane ann tibbo, a samoan-born new zealand artist, left an indelible mark on the art world with her vibrant paintings. born in 1895 in pago pago, samoa, tibbo's life took a fascinating turn when she began painting at the age of 71. this unexpected foray into art was sparked by one of her daughters showing interest in the subject. artistic career and notable works tibbo's work is characterized by its depictio…