November Exhibitions
"Splash of Red" by the Peninsula Weavers group exhibition
Gallery 1
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
Peninsula Weavers is an enthusiastic group of weavers who gather together on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Pohutukawa Room of the Whangaparaoa Library from 11.00 am to 2.00 pm.
Our aim is to share information, provide support and inspiration to each other in our weaving journey. We discuss various weaving styles and encourage each other to try these out. The possibility of teaching various techniques in weaving is available.
Each year we have a challenge in which the various members provide a particular weave (be it a colour, an item, a weaving style or a combination of all these). These are shown at our Christmas gathering and provide great inspiration to each other.
We are a supportive and welcoming group who love to share our passion for weaving.
Participating weavers:
Lorraine Steel, Janie Gummer, Terry Wyatt Lai Lam, Lenie Besseling, Linda MacDonald, Rosemary Burnby, Judy Utting, Sue Mills and Hilde Blank
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
Peninsula Weavers is an enthusiastic group of weavers who gather together on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Pohutukawa Room of the Whangaparaoa Library from 11.00 am to 2.00 pm.
Our aim is to share information, provide support and inspiration to each other in our weaving journey. We discuss various weaving styles and encourage each other to try these out. The possibility of teaching various techniques in weaving is available.
Each year we have a challenge in which the various members provide a particular weave (be it a colour, an item, a weaving style or a combination of all these). These are shown at our Christmas gathering and provide great inspiration to each other.
We are a supportive and welcoming group who love to share our passion for weaving.
Participating weavers:
Lorraine Steel, Janie Gummer, Terry Wyatt Lai Lam, Lenie Besseling, Linda MacDonald, Rosemary Burnby, Judy Utting, Sue Mills and Hilde Blank
"Souls of Asia" by Jia Ren
Gallery 1
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
Jia Ren Bio
Being a successful dog groomer didn’t stop Jia from seeking more fulfilment in her life. Originating from central north China, she has always dreamed of the artistic translation of life observations. From historical legends to little sparkling's of daily life to mysterious foreign cultures, she is inspired by any subjects around her. Although never having the chance of formal training, Jia has developed her own taste of realism using pencil and acrylic layering. She also engages pastel and mixed media as powerful tools to express herself.
Jia is particularly interested in the ancient paintings from China and Japan. The line drawing method with ink and brush presents simplicity without compromising the realistic appeal of figures. The art of blank leaving and scatter perspective in Chinese traditional paintings brought a romantic atmosphere to the whole picture. Jia wants to demonstrate the classic themes with modern perspective and techniques.
If you want to know more about her artworks, please check out her website: jiaren.co.nz
Description of the show “Souls of Asia”
This show presents some realism works with pencil and acrylic. Jia focuses on daily life within oriental scenes such as the graceful historical architectures in Nepal. She is also fascinated by the elegant ancient female figures from China and Japan. Jia combines the traditional line drawing method, calligraphy and the western techniques such as shade and perspective.
The pastel works are free expressions of Jia’s idealistic world. For example, her meditating Buddha is inspired by an ancient painting preserved in the Mogao Caves in China done during the Sui dynasty (581-618 AD). With the exaggerated colour contrasts, she creates strong emotions in her artworks.
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
Jia Ren Bio
Being a successful dog groomer didn’t stop Jia from seeking more fulfilment in her life. Originating from central north China, she has always dreamed of the artistic translation of life observations. From historical legends to little sparkling's of daily life to mysterious foreign cultures, she is inspired by any subjects around her. Although never having the chance of formal training, Jia has developed her own taste of realism using pencil and acrylic layering. She also engages pastel and mixed media as powerful tools to express herself.
Jia is particularly interested in the ancient paintings from China and Japan. The line drawing method with ink and brush presents simplicity without compromising the realistic appeal of figures. The art of blank leaving and scatter perspective in Chinese traditional paintings brought a romantic atmosphere to the whole picture. Jia wants to demonstrate the classic themes with modern perspective and techniques.
If you want to know more about her artworks, please check out her website: jiaren.co.nz
Description of the show “Souls of Asia”
This show presents some realism works with pencil and acrylic. Jia focuses on daily life within oriental scenes such as the graceful historical architectures in Nepal. She is also fascinated by the elegant ancient female figures from China and Japan. Jia combines the traditional line drawing method, calligraphy and the western techniques such as shade and perspective.
The pastel works are free expressions of Jia’s idealistic world. For example, her meditating Buddha is inspired by an ancient painting preserved in the Mogao Caves in China done during the Sui dynasty (581-618 AD). With the exaggerated colour contrasts, she creates strong emotions in her artworks.
"Come a little closer " by Yvonne Gray
Gallery 2
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
These intimate mixed media works express themes of identity & our connections with history, nature & each other. Some start out as print-making with leaves and found objects, then progress and may include collage, stencil-work, dry-point, acrylic painting and sketch. Materials used include old pieces of lace, sewing patterns, thread, bandage, hessian and reused printed papers.
Yvonne Gray is an award winning acrylic painter, printmaker & mixed media artist who conveys her thoughts about a place or emotion in an impressionist way in her work. Yvonne's art often has a figurative theme, with many being female as they're from her point of view. She uses a range of techniques such as paint, stencils, linocut & dry-point prints, collage, mark-making, sketch & thread to add depth to her work.
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
These intimate mixed media works express themes of identity & our connections with history, nature & each other. Some start out as print-making with leaves and found objects, then progress and may include collage, stencil-work, dry-point, acrylic painting and sketch. Materials used include old pieces of lace, sewing patterns, thread, bandage, hessian and reused printed papers.
Yvonne Gray is an award winning acrylic painter, printmaker & mixed media artist who conveys her thoughts about a place or emotion in an impressionist way in her work. Yvonne's art often has a figurative theme, with many being female as they're from her point of view. She uses a range of techniques such as paint, stencils, linocut & dry-point prints, collage, mark-making, sketch & thread to add depth to her work.
The Hibiscus Coast Printmakers Annual group exhibition
Gallery 4 (Education Wing Foyer)
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
This local group called the Hibiscus Coast Printmakers was formed at the end of 2020 & comprise beginners through to advanced printmakers who work in a range of print making disciplines, including lino & wood cuts, dry-point, collagraph, etching, cyanotype & monoprinting.
This dedicated group regularly meet at the Estuary Art Centre on a Friday to work on their craft, and they also hold workshops to learn new techniques. This is their second show, with this year's theme being "Places"; you can expect to see outstanding printmaking works interpreting this theme.
Those taking part include Val Cuthbert, Vivien Davimes, Yvonne Gray, Nichola Holmes, Katrina Rivers, Katie Arnold, Jools McCarthy, Helen Addison, Gillian French, Sally Thrush, Talia Russell & Ann Thomson.
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
This local group called the Hibiscus Coast Printmakers was formed at the end of 2020 & comprise beginners through to advanced printmakers who work in a range of print making disciplines, including lino & wood cuts, dry-point, collagraph, etching, cyanotype & monoprinting.
This dedicated group regularly meet at the Estuary Art Centre on a Friday to work on their craft, and they also hold workshops to learn new techniques. This is their second show, with this year's theme being "Places"; you can expect to see outstanding printmaking works interpreting this theme.
Those taking part include Val Cuthbert, Vivien Davimes, Yvonne Gray, Nichola Holmes, Katrina Rivers, Katie Arnold, Jools McCarthy, Helen Addison, Gillian French, Sally Thrush, Talia Russell & Ann Thomson.
"Kiwi As" by Logan Simich-Burr
Gallery 3
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
"My exhibition is a mix of nostalgic kiwi memories, pastimes, places, icons and fun things shown as individual mixed media pieces telling a fun story through art, colour and form and hopefully putting a smile onto people's faces".
View a range of work from a surfboard, gumboot and even a wooden go-cart.
I have been a keen Artist for over 12+ years now and have continued to grow, learn new skills, create new art, and use new mediums.
Last year I was very lucky to have been chosen as the Student Merit Winner at the Annual Members Merit Art Awards at Estuary Arts, the theme was, "Diversity".
So this year I decided to take the plunge and use my prize towards having my first Solo exhibition.
I have been working on 12 pieces for this exhibition as well as private Art Commissions.
Also keeping me busy this year, I have been involved in Prop-making and Set design classes with the NZ Stage School and Combat school, workshops at Weta studios in Auckland and learning the skill of Woodturning.
I hope you enjoy my exhibition and the pieces I have created, simply titled, "KIWI AS..."
You can follow my journey on fb and Instagram.
www.facebook.com/Artworkznzbylogansb
www.instagram.com/logansbartist
mangawhaiartists.co.nz/Logan-Simich-Burr.html
1 to 27 November 2022
Exhibition Opening Saturday 05 November from 4.30pm to 6pm
"My exhibition is a mix of nostalgic kiwi memories, pastimes, places, icons and fun things shown as individual mixed media pieces telling a fun story through art, colour and form and hopefully putting a smile onto people's faces".
View a range of work from a surfboard, gumboot and even a wooden go-cart.
I have been a keen Artist for over 12+ years now and have continued to grow, learn new skills, create new art, and use new mediums.
Last year I was very lucky to have been chosen as the Student Merit Winner at the Annual Members Merit Art Awards at Estuary Arts, the theme was, "Diversity".
So this year I decided to take the plunge and use my prize towards having my first Solo exhibition.
I have been working on 12 pieces for this exhibition as well as private Art Commissions.
Also keeping me busy this year, I have been involved in Prop-making and Set design classes with the NZ Stage School and Combat school, workshops at Weta studios in Auckland and learning the skill of Woodturning.
I hope you enjoy my exhibition and the pieces I have created, simply titled, "KIWI AS..."
You can follow my journey on fb and Instagram.
www.facebook.com/Artworkznzbylogansb
www.instagram.com/logansbartist
mangawhaiartists.co.nz/Logan-Simich-Burr.html
"Maker's Market & Estuary Arts Open Day
One-day event
Saturday 12 November from 2pm to 7pm
Contact Kim to book your stall
Stalls cost $30 for a 3x3
No commission
Stall holders to provide their own table, chairs, gazebos and display methods
Stalls will be located around the Arts Centre - outside
*Have-a-go art activities will take place inside the arts studios
*Most art activities are free, some costs for some things
Saturday 12 November from 2pm to 7pm
- Art and Craft stalls
- Artizan products
- Coffee and food carts
- Have-a-go art activities in the Arts Centre
- Buskers and Music
Contact Kim to book your stall
Stalls cost $30 for a 3x3
No commission
Stall holders to provide their own table, chairs, gazebos and display methods
Stalls will be located around the Arts Centre - outside
*Have-a-go art activities will take place inside the arts studios
*Most art activities are free, some costs for some things
October 2022 Exhibitions
"Focus on Glass 2022" featuring New Zealand Glass artists
Gallery 1, 2 and 3
05 to 29 October 2022
Focus On Glass 2022 is an opened themed exhibition that celebrates all types of glass, and is in celebration of the United Nations International Year of Glass 2022.
This is a wonderful opportunity to exhibit and share your glass art with the New Zealand public. Focus on Glass 2022 features over 50 individual artists and makers, with work ranging from flameworked, silvered and engraved, leadlight, cast, kinformed, and blown. More than 100 pieces of glass art will be on display!
Over the course of the exhibition there will be opportunity for the general public to vote for their favourite, which would then be announce at the end of the exhibition.
Visit the GAINZ website for more details.
05 to 29 October 2022
Focus On Glass 2022 is an opened themed exhibition that celebrates all types of glass, and is in celebration of the United Nations International Year of Glass 2022.
This is a wonderful opportunity to exhibit and share your glass art with the New Zealand public. Focus on Glass 2022 features over 50 individual artists and makers, with work ranging from flameworked, silvered and engraved, leadlight, cast, kinformed, and blown. More than 100 pieces of glass art will be on display!
Over the course of the exhibition there will be opportunity for the general public to vote for their favourite, which would then be announce at the end of the exhibition.
Visit the GAINZ website for more details.
"Naturally Creative" A Group Exhibition
Gallery 4
05 to 29 October 2022
Artists respond to the theme, "Naturally Creative" turning to nature and to natural fibres to create artworks. Inventive upcycling and a passion for sustainability, come and view their take on Nature.
Participating artists include: Joanne Saunderson, Tracey Currington, Yvonne Gray, Amanda Morton, Kim Boyd, Helene Blomfield, Val Cuthbert, Sonya Yong, Lisa Perry, Mary Jordan, Carolyn Annand, Erinna Law.
05 to 29 October 2022
Artists respond to the theme, "Naturally Creative" turning to nature and to natural fibres to create artworks. Inventive upcycling and a passion for sustainability, come and view their take on Nature.
Participating artists include: Joanne Saunderson, Tracey Currington, Yvonne Gray, Amanda Morton, Kim Boyd, Helene Blomfield, Val Cuthbert, Sonya Yong, Lisa Perry, Mary Jordan, Carolyn Annand, Erinna Law.
September 2022 Exhibitions
"Predator Free NZ 2050" Group exhibition
Gallery One and Two
05 September to 02 October 2022
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 is an ambitious project. It is a World's first. New Zealand once again is leading the world in its methods, science, planning, enthusiasm, innovation and plain ordinary determination to do this extraordinary thing. To free New Zealand of rats (all three species) mustelids (stoat, weasel, ferret) and possums in the next 30 years.
This group exhibition features a range of artists who work in multiple mediums responding to the theme "Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)". Some artists have explored the dire consequences on our native flora and fauna if we do not stamp out these aggressive predators. Other artists have chosen to celebrate our unique wild life in their native habitat. All will agree that this is a worthy project.
05 September to 02 October 2022
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 is an ambitious project. It is a World's first. New Zealand once again is leading the world in its methods, science, planning, enthusiasm, innovation and plain ordinary determination to do this extraordinary thing. To free New Zealand of rats (all three species) mustelids (stoat, weasel, ferret) and possums in the next 30 years.
This group exhibition features a range of artists who work in multiple mediums responding to the theme "Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)". Some artists have explored the dire consequences on our native flora and fauna if we do not stamp out these aggressive predators. Other artists have chosen to celebrate our unique wild life in their native habitat. All will agree that this is a worthy project.
"Conundrum - The Reluctant Predator" by Sue Vincent Hill
Gallery Three
05 September to 02 October 2022
‘Conundrum- the Reluctant Predator’
by Sue Vincent Hill
A solo multi-media exhibition including video, photography, paintings and sculpture. Whilst it runs parallel to and compliments the over all theme of ‘Predator’ it’ is a personal journey from a woman's perspective.
05 September to 02 October 2022
‘Conundrum- the Reluctant Predator’
by Sue Vincent Hill
A solo multi-media exhibition including video, photography, paintings and sculpture. Whilst it runs parallel to and compliments the over all theme of ‘Predator’ it’ is a personal journey from a woman's perspective.
"Nga Manu o te Moana" Seabirds of the Hauraki Gulf
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
05 September to 02 October 2022
Nga Manu o te Moana- Seabirds of the Hauraki Gulf. An exhibition with the key message “All seabirds nest on land” and predator control of animal pests is essential to their survival. Identifying species which are local to the Hibiscus Coast and including educational speakers and local walk, and tips on how you can help. Supported by Pest Free Hibiscus Coast, Restore Hibiscus and Bays, KCC Hibiscus Coast and Forest and Bird Hibiscus Coast.
05 September to 02 October 2022
Nga Manu o te Moana- Seabirds of the Hauraki Gulf. An exhibition with the key message “All seabirds nest on land” and predator control of animal pests is essential to their survival. Identifying species which are local to the Hibiscus Coast and including educational speakers and local walk, and tips on how you can help. Supported by Pest Free Hibiscus Coast, Restore Hibiscus and Bays, KCC Hibiscus Coast and Forest and Bird Hibiscus Coast.
August 2022 Exhibitions
EACT Members Merit Awards 2022
All Galleries
08 August to 04 September 2022
Opening and Award function Friday 12 August 6pm to 8pm
The annual Estuary Arts Members Merit Awards attracts a wide range of artists and abilities. It is a joyous exhibition which celebrates our collective creativity. The theme for 2022 is "Resilience".
Exhibiting members:
Alfred Hassencamp, Anna Murphy, Amanda Morton, Angela Johnson, Bas Cuthbert, Bev Boel, Charles Anderson, Cindy Maude, Colleen Kangwai, Claire Carson, David Stone, Darlene Te Young, Debbie Price, Debbie Reynolds, Diana Smith, Dorothy Alcock, Fiona Ehn, Fiona Kennedy, Frances Hanson, Gillian Jones, Heather Matthews, Heather McLay, Heather Wratt, Helene Blomfield, Helen Flashman, Jackie Simpson, Jeff Hagan, Jennifer Arnerich, Jessica Grobbelaar, Jill Bryce, John Hanson, Josie Slack, Johnathan Chen, Judith McIntyre, Julie Land, Karen Ahearn, Kate Jones, Katrina Rivers, Kaye Sheridan Martin, Leda Daniel, Lily Li, Lindsay Butler, Margaret Sumich, Marie Sanders, Marilyn Maich, Marilyn Wheeler, Marina Fraser, Mary Jordon, Mathew Taylor, Maureen Gresty, Michael Irwin, Michelle Gladwell, Michelle Bow, Nanette Randall, Noelene Foley, Owen Greer, Patricia Holliss, Patsy Fisher, Pauline Smith, Peter Maddick, Rosa Gaete, Rosalie Kennedy, Rose-Mary Read, Sally Heritage, Shana Southcombe, Shirley Smith, Shirley Mirko, Sonya Young, Sue King, Susanna Law, Tala Badie, Tiina Power, Tracey Currington, Valerie Cuthbert, Val Enger, Vivien Jin, William Boyd, Yvonne Gray.
08 August to 04 September 2022
Opening and Award function Friday 12 August 6pm to 8pm
The annual Estuary Arts Members Merit Awards attracts a wide range of artists and abilities. It is a joyous exhibition which celebrates our collective creativity. The theme for 2022 is "Resilience".
Exhibiting members:
Alfred Hassencamp, Anna Murphy, Amanda Morton, Angela Johnson, Bas Cuthbert, Bev Boel, Charles Anderson, Cindy Maude, Colleen Kangwai, Claire Carson, David Stone, Darlene Te Young, Debbie Price, Debbie Reynolds, Diana Smith, Dorothy Alcock, Fiona Ehn, Fiona Kennedy, Frances Hanson, Gillian Jones, Heather Matthews, Heather McLay, Heather Wratt, Helene Blomfield, Helen Flashman, Jackie Simpson, Jeff Hagan, Jennifer Arnerich, Jessica Grobbelaar, Jill Bryce, John Hanson, Josie Slack, Johnathan Chen, Judith McIntyre, Julie Land, Karen Ahearn, Kate Jones, Katrina Rivers, Kaye Sheridan Martin, Leda Daniel, Lily Li, Lindsay Butler, Margaret Sumich, Marie Sanders, Marilyn Maich, Marilyn Wheeler, Marina Fraser, Mary Jordon, Mathew Taylor, Maureen Gresty, Michael Irwin, Michelle Gladwell, Michelle Bow, Nanette Randall, Noelene Foley, Owen Greer, Patricia Holliss, Patsy Fisher, Pauline Smith, Peter Maddick, Rosa Gaete, Rosalie Kennedy, Rose-Mary Read, Sally Heritage, Shana Southcombe, Shirley Smith, Shirley Mirko, Sonya Young, Sue King, Susanna Law, Tala Badie, Tiina Power, Tracey Currington, Valerie Cuthbert, Val Enger, Vivien Jin, William Boyd, Yvonne Gray.
"Wear Your Art Out" Satellite Exhibition at the Whangaparaoa Library
Whangaparaoa Library
09 August to 19 August 2022
If you missed the "Wear your Art Out" exhibition last month, then we have a smaller exhibition of selected garments that you can still go down and see up close and personal.
Artists include:
Anne Marie Hughes, Vicki Pickles, Kim Boyd, Talia Russell, Sonya Young, Mayhla Howells.
09 August to 19 August 2022
If you missed the "Wear your Art Out" exhibition last month, then we have a smaller exhibition of selected garments that you can still go down and see up close and personal.
Artists include:
Anne Marie Hughes, Vicki Pickles, Kim Boyd, Talia Russell, Sonya Young, Mayhla Howells.
July 2022 Exhibitions
"Wear your Art Out" July 2022 wearable art showcase
Book your tickets for the SHOW here.
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Exhibition dates: 05 July to 07 August 2022
Venue: Estuary Arts Centre - 214B Hibiscus Coast Highway Curator: Kim Boyd Exhibiting artists: Aimee Tomes, Amanda Morton, Anne-Marie Hughes, Beatrice Carlson, Bev Goodwin, Diane Brand, Faye Kilday, Frances Hanson, Freya Russell, Greg Smith, Heather Wratt, Helene Blomfield, Isla Osborne, Jayne Boesley, Jeff Thomson, Joan Hamilton, Kate Osborne, Kim Boyd, Maria Clarke, Mayhla Howells, Nancy Miller, Michelle Bow, Philippa Stichbury, Sonya Yong, Talia Russell, Valerie Cuthbert, Vicki Pickles, Vicky Ross, Yvonne Gray and more..... Catwalk show: Creative Producer: Kim Boyd Artistic Director: Louise Wilkie Venue: HBC Youth Centre - 214D Hibiscus Coast Highway Date: Saturday 06 August Matinee: 2pm AND 4.30PM Main show: 7pm |
June 2022 Exhibitions
"Captured with Light" The Hibiscus Coast Photography Club
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Gallery One
07 June to 03 July Exhibition opening 11 July from 4pm to 5.30pmn Meet the artists. The Hibiscus Coast Photographic Club is based north of Auckland in Orewa Our aims are: to develop an appreciation of photography as an art. These will be achieved by club meetings, outings, workshops, competitions and exhibition. We welcome everyone from teenagers to pensioners. FREE photography talks:
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"Indian Photography Festival" a Digital Exhibition
Gallery Three
07 June to 03 July
"Auckland Festival of Photography presents a selection of photography direct from the Indian Photography Festival, one of Asia’s established photographic events, in one of the world’s most populated countries.
Established in 2015, the Indian Photography Festival is international and held in Hyderabad in Telegana state. It aims to provide more opportunities to view and exhibit high quality Indian photographic work. The selection showing in this year’s Auckland Festival of Photography has been selected from the Indian Portrait Prize 2020 winners and finalists by IPF director, Aquin Mathews."
07 June to 03 July
"Auckland Festival of Photography presents a selection of photography direct from the Indian Photography Festival, one of Asia’s established photographic events, in one of the world’s most populated countries.
Established in 2015, the Indian Photography Festival is international and held in Hyderabad in Telegana state. It aims to provide more opportunities to view and exhibit high quality Indian photographic work. The selection showing in this year’s Auckland Festival of Photography has been selected from the Indian Portrait Prize 2020 winners and finalists by IPF director, Aquin Mathews."
Matariki in the Heavenly Night Sky
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
07 June to 03 July 2022
A group exhibition celebrating the rise of the Pleiades star cluster as it reappears in our Winter night sky to celebrate Māori New Year. This year on Friday June 24 we will experience our first official Public Holiday to mark this occasion.
Exhibiting artists include: Jo Bain, Donald Sunderland, Katrina Rivers, Helene Blomfield, Linley Quinlan, Lucia Smith, Michael Irwin, Robyn Harper, Rosalind Cunningham, Sandra Mather, Sioux Anich, Sue King, Susannah Law, Suzi Were, Tracey Currington, Val Cuthbert and Yvonne Gray.
07 June to 03 July 2022
A group exhibition celebrating the rise of the Pleiades star cluster as it reappears in our Winter night sky to celebrate Māori New Year. This year on Friday June 24 we will experience our first official Public Holiday to mark this occasion.
Exhibiting artists include: Jo Bain, Donald Sunderland, Katrina Rivers, Helene Blomfield, Linley Quinlan, Lucia Smith, Michael Irwin, Robyn Harper, Rosalind Cunningham, Sandra Mather, Sioux Anich, Sue King, Susannah Law, Suzi Were, Tracey Currington, Val Cuthbert and Yvonne Gray.
Harbour Hospice Art Exhibition and Sale
All Galleries
Queen's Birthday Weekend
Entry by donation.
Preview and Auction Night:
Thursday 2 June, 6pm to 9pm
Tickets $25 each
All Galleries
Queen's Birthday Weekend
Entry by donation.
Preview and Auction Night:
Thursday 2 June, 6pm to 9pm
Tickets $25 each
May 2022 Exhibitions
"Embroidery showcase" Group exhibition
Gallery One
02 to 29 May 2022
Featuring artists: Jan Adams, Vera Bainbridge, Sue Barnes, Anne Bell, Judy Browne, Tina Coombes, Elizabeth Foy, Christine Gray, Alison McKee, Rhonda Nichols, Diane Olsen, Jacquie Penn, Beryl Plimmer, Shirley Pygott, Kimi Quirk, Joanne Saunderson, Josie Slack, Judith Smith, Val Waterhouse and Janice Webster.
02 to 29 May 2022
Featuring artists: Jan Adams, Vera Bainbridge, Sue Barnes, Anne Bell, Judy Browne, Tina Coombes, Elizabeth Foy, Christine Gray, Alison McKee, Rhonda Nichols, Diane Olsen, Jacquie Penn, Beryl Plimmer, Shirley Pygott, Kimi Quirk, Joanne Saunderson, Josie Slack, Judith Smith, Val Waterhouse and Janice Webster.
April 2022 Exhibitions
"Autistic Expression" an initiative that will facilitate change
Gallery 1, 2 and 3
Event: Monday 04 April 4pm to 6pm
Exhibition: 04 April to 01 May 2022
Research shows that the rate of suicide for autistic people is 3-times higher than that of people without autism.
If we want to lower our suicide rates in Aotearoa, it starts with hearing how we can help our autistic community and taking physical actions.
This event contains both of those factors, by being an autistic lead event and containing only autistic voices we spread the awareness 10-fold, while giving autistic people hope in displaying their expression giving them a chance to embrace their differences and to
love with themselves, helping our suicide rates hugely. All proceeds raised at this event will go towards programmes and activities around New Zealand which raise awareness for people with autism, the needs and aspirations of our autistic community, their right to accessibility and to be heard and understood. The hope we all need.
https://www.scimex.org/newsfeed/people-with-autism-are-more-than-3-times-as-likely-to-attempt-suicide
Event: Monday 04 April 4pm to 6pm
Exhibition: 04 April to 01 May 2022
Research shows that the rate of suicide for autistic people is 3-times higher than that of people without autism.
If we want to lower our suicide rates in Aotearoa, it starts with hearing how we can help our autistic community and taking physical actions.
This event contains both of those factors, by being an autistic lead event and containing only autistic voices we spread the awareness 10-fold, while giving autistic people hope in displaying their expression giving them a chance to embrace their differences and to
love with themselves, helping our suicide rates hugely. All proceeds raised at this event will go towards programmes and activities around New Zealand which raise awareness for people with autism, the needs and aspirations of our autistic community, their right to accessibility and to be heard and understood. The hope we all need.
https://www.scimex.org/newsfeed/people-with-autism-are-more-than-3-times-as-likely-to-attempt-suicide
- Art Exhibition by people with Autism
- Inspirational speakers
- Sensory DIY workshop helping children build tools to help them cope with being stimulated.
- Autistic Awareness gallery
- Autistic Video share visual information
- Networking
- Spreading awareness through Radio, News, Print and Social media.
"Dare to be Different" by Roger Bradley
Gallery 4 (Education Wing Foyer)
Exhibition: 04 April to 01 May 2022
After a career in advertising Roger Bradley has continued to follow his creative interests by producing canvasses that feature his own unique blend of subjects , statements and style. Rarely exhibited his work has sold for up to $3500 at the Parnell Gallery.
Dare to be Different Series
Some people find comfort in conformity. But not everyone is suited to following traditional paths. Many are driven by a powerful sense of individuality and a different way of looking at life. They ask questions. They find new answers. Often they are visionaries, the inventors, the creators and we should acknowledge their special talent. Embrace it. Encourage it. Offer them the opportunity. Support their courage and strength and let them do it their way.
Let them dare to be different.
Words Series
I've always been fascinated by...
Words: Descriptive. Meaningful
Phrases: Enduring. Memorable
Idioms: Philosophical. Colloquial
Typography: Characters. Fonts
Graphics: Expressive. Distinctive
Colour: Vibrant. magical
That "Theme song" led to the completion of a series of paintings featuring a combination of bright, bold, colourful statements and images with a few subtle or cryptic twists and turns, a result that is part of my ongoing interest in producing art that is new, fresh, distinctive and different.
Don't' be afraid.
Exhibition: 04 April to 01 May 2022
After a career in advertising Roger Bradley has continued to follow his creative interests by producing canvasses that feature his own unique blend of subjects , statements and style. Rarely exhibited his work has sold for up to $3500 at the Parnell Gallery.
Dare to be Different Series
Some people find comfort in conformity. But not everyone is suited to following traditional paths. Many are driven by a powerful sense of individuality and a different way of looking at life. They ask questions. They find new answers. Often they are visionaries, the inventors, the creators and we should acknowledge their special talent. Embrace it. Encourage it. Offer them the opportunity. Support their courage and strength and let them do it their way.
Let them dare to be different.
Words Series
I've always been fascinated by...
Words: Descriptive. Meaningful
Phrases: Enduring. Memorable
Idioms: Philosophical. Colloquial
Typography: Characters. Fonts
Graphics: Expressive. Distinctive
Colour: Vibrant. magical
That "Theme song" led to the completion of a series of paintings featuring a combination of bright, bold, colourful statements and images with a few subtle or cryptic twists and turns, a result that is part of my ongoing interest in producing art that is new, fresh, distinctive and different.
Don't' be afraid.
" Light and Landscapes" by Holly Haines
Cafe
Until 10 April 2022
I enjoy working with landscapes, including the fluid motion and continually changing aspects this engenders. I work to achieve openness and freedom, so giving the viewer a snapshot in time of a constantly changing scene . This exhibition explores land, light and water including impressions of distinct New Zealand scenery.
Holly Haines is an Auckland based New Zealand artist. ‘Light and Landscapes’ is her first solo exhibition. She also exhibits and sells work at ‘Art By The Sea Gallery’ in Takapuna. Holly works in oils and enjoys the diversity of using strongly pigmented colours to help achieve contrast and vibrancy. From a young age she attended art classes and portrait (untutored) still life painting workshops at Takapuna Art Supplies which led to her taking up painting professionally. Her main inspirations are light, colour and atmosphere.
Until 10 April 2022
I enjoy working with landscapes, including the fluid motion and continually changing aspects this engenders. I work to achieve openness and freedom, so giving the viewer a snapshot in time of a constantly changing scene . This exhibition explores land, light and water including impressions of distinct New Zealand scenery.
Holly Haines is an Auckland based New Zealand artist. ‘Light and Landscapes’ is her first solo exhibition. She also exhibits and sells work at ‘Art By The Sea Gallery’ in Takapuna. Holly works in oils and enjoys the diversity of using strongly pigmented colours to help achieve contrast and vibrancy. From a young age she attended art classes and portrait (untutored) still life painting workshops at Takapuna Art Supplies which led to her taking up painting professionally. Her main inspirations are light, colour and atmosphere.
ELEMENTAL contemporary tonalism
by SiLKA, Tiina Power and jewellery by Susan King
Gallery 1
07 March to 03 April 2022
ELEMENTAL is the inaugural exhibition by two local artists SiLKA and Tiina Power. Both originate from overseas (UK and Finland respectively). This exhibition elevates the traditionally more muted tonalist landscape style to a more exciting contemporary character. They are supported by Susan King (originally from Ireland) with a display of her elegant sterling silver stacker rings.
Tonalism is an impressionistic style depicting atmosphere and feel by employing the tonal qualities of a limited colour palette. Developed in America in the 1880s to 1915, tonalism often features images of calm twilight scenes. The later Australian movement based in Melbourne used somewhat lighter palettes with more contrast.
07 March to 03 April 2022
ELEMENTAL is the inaugural exhibition by two local artists SiLKA and Tiina Power. Both originate from overseas (UK and Finland respectively). This exhibition elevates the traditionally more muted tonalist landscape style to a more exciting contemporary character. They are supported by Susan King (originally from Ireland) with a display of her elegant sterling silver stacker rings.
Tonalism is an impressionistic style depicting atmosphere and feel by employing the tonal qualities of a limited colour palette. Developed in America in the 1880s to 1915, tonalism often features images of calm twilight scenes. The later Australian movement based in Melbourne used somewhat lighter palettes with more contrast.
SiLKA stands for ‘simple living kiwi artist’, it’s the moniker by which the painting has been promoted online and it’s stuck. As he says “it didn’t do Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Ruiz any harm to have a different name as a painter”. The name is actually Paul King, but he has a number of other business and academic interests, so SiLKA works for the painting.
He is a long-time admirer of Turner but had not painted in a serious way since school. A return to painting in 2020 was sparked by SkyArt’s Landscape Artist of the Year. This led to a friendly, encouraging, and ongoing correspondence with 2018 winner Jen Gash after having discovered the YouTube channel of English artist Stuart Davies. Davies’s viral video ‘the illusion of detail’ was the ultimate catalyst to head out and buy an easel, paints, and some canvases. It was a shock to him and pretty much everyone else that he did in fact have some talent!
A personal acquaintance formed with Stuart Davies, who was formally artistic director of Country Life magazine and National Geographic and a professional artist since the 70s. It was he who suggested that paintings be shared on a Facebook group for tonalist artists. This has provided a peer group with whom to swap ideas and gather inspiration and new friends. It is also through Stuart Davies that he became aware of the landscape work of James Naughton, how has along with others has become a significant influence.
Turner is still a towering inspiration, alongside the Welsh landscape artist Wilson and of course Constable. However, the tonalist artists such as Whistler, Inness, Crane, Dabo, Eaton, Harrison, and others are great sources of inspiration.
Paul and Susan King live high up on a lifestyle block overlooking the Kaipara just South of Gibbs Farm, near Kaukapakapa. Paul plays in the musical folk roots duo King and Power with Tiina’s husband Chris.
He is a long-time admirer of Turner but had not painted in a serious way since school. A return to painting in 2020 was sparked by SkyArt’s Landscape Artist of the Year. This led to a friendly, encouraging, and ongoing correspondence with 2018 winner Jen Gash after having discovered the YouTube channel of English artist Stuart Davies. Davies’s viral video ‘the illusion of detail’ was the ultimate catalyst to head out and buy an easel, paints, and some canvases. It was a shock to him and pretty much everyone else that he did in fact have some talent!
A personal acquaintance formed with Stuart Davies, who was formally artistic director of Country Life magazine and National Geographic and a professional artist since the 70s. It was he who suggested that paintings be shared on a Facebook group for tonalist artists. This has provided a peer group with whom to swap ideas and gather inspiration and new friends. It is also through Stuart Davies that he became aware of the landscape work of James Naughton, how has along with others has become a significant influence.
Turner is still a towering inspiration, alongside the Welsh landscape artist Wilson and of course Constable. However, the tonalist artists such as Whistler, Inness, Crane, Dabo, Eaton, Harrison, and others are great sources of inspiration.
Paul and Susan King live high up on a lifestyle block overlooking the Kaipara just South of Gibbs Farm, near Kaukapakapa. Paul plays in the musical folk roots duo King and Power with Tiina’s husband Chris.
Tiina Power
Tiina has always been drawn to creative expression and has been painting for many years. In the past Tiina mostly focused on detailed drawing and painting of New Zealand birds and flora. The current exhibition however springs from a new direction that she took during the 2021 Auckland lockdown. I discovered “Tonalism” and fell in love with this approach. I could say I got obsessed and both studied old masters’ works as well as painted for hours each day. What most appeals to me in “Tonalism” is the focus on expressing mood/feeling, atmosphere, imaginary scenes and only an illusion of detail with a limited palette of colours. Working with art therapy is what first got me back into painting many years ago, and tonalism allowed me to pour my feelings into my paintings like I had never done before. Thus emerged the darkness and hope, of the months of lockdown, some of which I am exhibiting here.
Tiina has been drawing and painting since childhood but took a long route to get to where she is today. Born in Finland but immigrated to New Zealand in 1991 with Kiwi husband, whom she met and married in Scotland whilst living as members of the Findhorn Foundation spiritual community. Tiina gained a Master’s degree in Ecology and Botany in Helsinki University in Finland (1987), and later trained as a Psychotherapist at AUT. Today she combines her love of nature and training in psychotherapy by working with art therapy as well as painting nature themed acrylic and oil paintings and her art has been for sale at the Red Door Gallery in Waipu. Tiina lives with her husband and adult son on a lifestyle block in Puhoi where they enjoy growing organic fruit and vegetables all year round.
Tiina has always been drawn to creative expression and has been painting for many years. In the past Tiina mostly focused on detailed drawing and painting of New Zealand birds and flora. The current exhibition however springs from a new direction that she took during the 2021 Auckland lockdown. I discovered “Tonalism” and fell in love with this approach. I could say I got obsessed and both studied old masters’ works as well as painted for hours each day. What most appeals to me in “Tonalism” is the focus on expressing mood/feeling, atmosphere, imaginary scenes and only an illusion of detail with a limited palette of colours. Working with art therapy is what first got me back into painting many years ago, and tonalism allowed me to pour my feelings into my paintings like I had never done before. Thus emerged the darkness and hope, of the months of lockdown, some of which I am exhibiting here.
Tiina has been drawing and painting since childhood but took a long route to get to where she is today. Born in Finland but immigrated to New Zealand in 1991 with Kiwi husband, whom she met and married in Scotland whilst living as members of the Findhorn Foundation spiritual community. Tiina gained a Master’s degree in Ecology and Botany in Helsinki University in Finland (1987), and later trained as a Psychotherapist at AUT. Today she combines her love of nature and training in psychotherapy by working with art therapy as well as painting nature themed acrylic and oil paintings and her art has been for sale at the Red Door Gallery in Waipu. Tiina lives with her husband and adult son on a lifestyle block in Puhoi where they enjoy growing organic fruit and vegetables all year round.
Susan King
Susan’s interest in jewellery and silversmithing in particular began over a decade ago when she took a course at what then was ‘The Bead Hold’ in Point Chevalier (now Whau Studios). The silversmithing aspect caught her imagination and she went on to study under Shane Hartigan at Hungry Creek Jewellery School. Susan specialises in making sterling silver rings. In particular ‘stacker rings’ which can be worn in different combinations to suit the mood of the day.
What began as an interest and social activity, making rings for herself, family and friends has grown to the point where Susan’s own simple, elegant style has developed, along with an impressive workshop of tools and equipment, including the first Durston “Olivia” rolling mill in New Zealand which she imported from the UK in 2021.
Susan's sterling silver stacker rings are made from scratch, she does not buy in blanks. It comes from sheet or wire sterling silver from Regal Castings or from silver recovered, cast, rolled and pulled herself. Susan offers made-to-measure rings from simple, elegant stock designs which showcase techniques such as ring-making, texturing, stone setting, polishing, tumbling, and finishing.
This exhibition is the first time she has shown her work publicly and offered it for sale.
Susan’s interest in jewellery and silversmithing in particular began over a decade ago when she took a course at what then was ‘The Bead Hold’ in Point Chevalier (now Whau Studios). The silversmithing aspect caught her imagination and she went on to study under Shane Hartigan at Hungry Creek Jewellery School. Susan specialises in making sterling silver rings. In particular ‘stacker rings’ which can be worn in different combinations to suit the mood of the day.
What began as an interest and social activity, making rings for herself, family and friends has grown to the point where Susan’s own simple, elegant style has developed, along with an impressive workshop of tools and equipment, including the first Durston “Olivia” rolling mill in New Zealand which she imported from the UK in 2021.
Susan's sterling silver stacker rings are made from scratch, she does not buy in blanks. It comes from sheet or wire sterling silver from Regal Castings or from silver recovered, cast, rolled and pulled herself. Susan offers made-to-measure rings from simple, elegant stock designs which showcase techniques such as ring-making, texturing, stone setting, polishing, tumbling, and finishing.
This exhibition is the first time she has shown her work publicly and offered it for sale.
"Chinese painting" by Lei Wenbin
Gallery 3
05 March to 03 April 2022
Estuary Arts is very excited to be the selected gallery to showcase a travelling exhibition of Lei Wenbin's Pen and Ink Chinese paintings.
Dean of Art College of Chengdu College of Sichuan Normal University, Professor of Art College of Xihua University, Director of Chinese Painting Research Institute, Judge of Senior Art Title of Sichuan Education Department. National first-class artist, member of China Artists Association, director of Sichuan Artists Association and member of the Arts Committee, Lei Wenbin is a master of this traditional style of Pen and Ink Chinese painting.
Having participated in hundreds of academic national exhibitions, Wenbin has been awarded many accolades and prizes, including the "Stars Award" of Ministry of Culture twice and won more than 20 years of provincial art awards. He has participated in many international exhibitions such as "Special Exhibition of Famous Contemporary Painting and Calligraphy Artists" in Hong Kong, "International Ink and Wash Competition" in Canada, and "Exhibition of Modern Chinese Aesthetic Works" held by Japan National/International Art Museum. H won the title of "Top Talents with Outstanding Contributions". He was also one of the Academic Committee of Xihua University, for the "Research on National Folk Art".
His landscape painting reflects the daily lives of people conducting everyday chores and pursuits. His work aims to be pure and honest, detailed yet unrestrained His works are widely praised for their unique artistic expression and he is part of art collections around the globe. Through his artwork he pursues the harmonious coexistence between man and nature and the ideal home in people's minds.
05 March to 03 April 2022
Estuary Arts is very excited to be the selected gallery to showcase a travelling exhibition of Lei Wenbin's Pen and Ink Chinese paintings.
Dean of Art College of Chengdu College of Sichuan Normal University, Professor of Art College of Xihua University, Director of Chinese Painting Research Institute, Judge of Senior Art Title of Sichuan Education Department. National first-class artist, member of China Artists Association, director of Sichuan Artists Association and member of the Arts Committee, Lei Wenbin is a master of this traditional style of Pen and Ink Chinese painting.
Having participated in hundreds of academic national exhibitions, Wenbin has been awarded many accolades and prizes, including the "Stars Award" of Ministry of Culture twice and won more than 20 years of provincial art awards. He has participated in many international exhibitions such as "Special Exhibition of Famous Contemporary Painting and Calligraphy Artists" in Hong Kong, "International Ink and Wash Competition" in Canada, and "Exhibition of Modern Chinese Aesthetic Works" held by Japan National/International Art Museum. H won the title of "Top Talents with Outstanding Contributions". He was also one of the Academic Committee of Xihua University, for the "Research on National Folk Art".
His landscape painting reflects the daily lives of people conducting everyday chores and pursuits. His work aims to be pure and honest, detailed yet unrestrained His works are widely praised for their unique artistic expression and he is part of art collections around the globe. Through his artwork he pursues the harmonious coexistence between man and nature and the ideal home in people's minds.
"Natural Beauty" by Pamela Julian
Gallery 4
07 March to 03 April 2022
Pamela explores the natural beauty inherently found all around New Zealand. Her genres' include wildlife, people and landscapes, any subject matter that catches her attention.
Pamela has been a keen drawer from an early age. Later she attended night classes in as many mediums as she could.
She completed a Graphic Design course in 1987, then enrolled into the “Learning Connection” to study the Art and Creativity course for three and a half years, achieving a level 7 (Advanced Art & Creativity).
07 March to 03 April 2022
Pamela explores the natural beauty inherently found all around New Zealand. Her genres' include wildlife, people and landscapes, any subject matter that catches her attention.
Pamela has been a keen drawer from an early age. Later she attended night classes in as many mediums as she could.
She completed a Graphic Design course in 1987, then enrolled into the “Learning Connection” to study the Art and Creativity course for three and a half years, achieving a level 7 (Advanced Art & Creativity).
" Roland Seibertz " new paintings
Gallery 2 (Education Wing Foyer)
Until 14 March 2022
The discovery of looking
Ever since I can remember I have felt this ability to look at colour and filter through the layers that stand before me. Seeing through colour to its essence, to how it makes me feel - its energy.
Inspiration often comes from my love of nature, but the people in my life and humanity itself also cast their own colours and inspire me to paint.
Colour is an interpretation of the light in a moment and is ever changing but sometimes impressions of colour are so strongly imprinted on me, that when I come to paint, I try to unravel the layers for myself and to share them with others.
My paintings are perhaps ideas rather than painted actualities, landscapes of light that give an idea of a place or an effect, an abstract mirror.
I feel working on large canvases allows one to walk through those scenes, to be encompassed by them and to allow oneself to be absorbed by that essence of colour.
Until 14 March 2022
The discovery of looking
Ever since I can remember I have felt this ability to look at colour and filter through the layers that stand before me. Seeing through colour to its essence, to how it makes me feel - its energy.
Inspiration often comes from my love of nature, but the people in my life and humanity itself also cast their own colours and inspire me to paint.
Colour is an interpretation of the light in a moment and is ever changing but sometimes impressions of colour are so strongly imprinted on me, that when I come to paint, I try to unravel the layers for myself and to share them with others.
My paintings are perhaps ideas rather than painted actualities, landscapes of light that give an idea of a place or an effect, an abstract mirror.
I feel working on large canvases allows one to walk through those scenes, to be encompassed by them and to allow oneself to be absorbed by that essence of colour.
" Hibiscus Allsorts" annual group exhibition
Gallery 1, 2 and 3
08 February to 06 March 2022
Meet the artists on Friday 11 February from 5pm. All attendees MUST show their Vax Pass on arrival
This group of like-minded art enthusiasts meet every Monday in the Stanmore Bay Hall to pursue and practice their individual artforms. This exhibition is a culmination of a year's worth of work in predominantly painting featuring a wide range of genres.
Participating artists include: Keith Colbert, Pauline Colbert, Patsy Fisher, Barbara Cotton, Helen Flashman, Rosa Gaete, Maureen Gresty, Peter Hallows, Val Johnstone, Pat Kellington, Julie Land, Judith McArthur, Colleen Melhuish, Adrienne Matthews, Pouline Morley, Janet Pickering, Sandra Moulding, Howard Rowland, Dorothy Smith, Shana Southcombe, Leonie Walker, Jenni Watt, Leith Watt, Barbara Webb, Audrey Westcott, Glennis Williams, Jetske Zyderveld.
08 February to 06 March 2022
Meet the artists on Friday 11 February from 5pm. All attendees MUST show their Vax Pass on arrival
This group of like-minded art enthusiasts meet every Monday in the Stanmore Bay Hall to pursue and practice their individual artforms. This exhibition is a culmination of a year's worth of work in predominantly painting featuring a wide range of genres.
Participating artists include: Keith Colbert, Pauline Colbert, Patsy Fisher, Barbara Cotton, Helen Flashman, Rosa Gaete, Maureen Gresty, Peter Hallows, Val Johnstone, Pat Kellington, Julie Land, Judith McArthur, Colleen Melhuish, Adrienne Matthews, Pouline Morley, Janet Pickering, Sandra Moulding, Howard Rowland, Dorothy Smith, Shana Southcombe, Leonie Walker, Jenni Watt, Leith Watt, Barbara Webb, Audrey Westcott, Glennis Williams, Jetske Zyderveld.
January 2022
"EAC Tutor, Staff and Trust Board" group exhibition
Gallery One, Two, Three
10 January to 07 February 2022
Featuring the creative side of our team who work at Estuary Arts and who take part in the arts education programme.
Participating artists: Amanda Morton, Dil Shroff, Di Toi, Fiona Ehn, Jo Bain, Julie Freeman, Kim Boyd, Michael Freeman, Marilyn Wheeler, Pauline Smith, Phil Crow, Sam Cranston, Sonya Young, Talia Russell, Tania Parrott, Tracey Currington, Val Cuthbert and Claire Erica.
10 January to 07 February 2022
Featuring the creative side of our team who work at Estuary Arts and who take part in the arts education programme.
Participating artists: Amanda Morton, Dil Shroff, Di Toi, Fiona Ehn, Jo Bain, Julie Freeman, Kim Boyd, Michael Freeman, Marilyn Wheeler, Pauline Smith, Phil Crow, Sam Cranston, Sonya Young, Talia Russell, Tania Parrott, Tracey Currington, Val Cuthbert and Claire Erica.
"The Bubble Collection" by Paula Wheeler
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
10 January to 10 February 2022
I love to paint.
I hope you enjoy my lively expressions.
I was born in England and emigrated with my husband and two sons in 2007. I am loving life in my adopted country, with its inspiring natural beauty, and many kind and creative people.
Paula has a passion for colour. Painting with fluid acrylics allows her to indulge this passion, by creating vibrant artworks with flowing patterns. Paula's most recent series focuses on movement, drawing the eye along twisting turning ribbons of colour. Every painting is a unique journey, some twist around, following the curve, others spin on a central axis. Paula has enjoyed the process of including embedded glass spheres or ‘bubbles’, to draw greater attention and emphasize the movement in each piece. Sometimes the spheres magnify details in the pattern, such as fluid art cells or lacing effects, in addition to accentuating the flowing movement.
10 January to 10 February 2022
I love to paint.
I hope you enjoy my lively expressions.
I was born in England and emigrated with my husband and two sons in 2007. I am loving life in my adopted country, with its inspiring natural beauty, and many kind and creative people.
Paula has a passion for colour. Painting with fluid acrylics allows her to indulge this passion, by creating vibrant artworks with flowing patterns. Paula's most recent series focuses on movement, drawing the eye along twisting turning ribbons of colour. Every painting is a unique journey, some twist around, following the curve, others spin on a central axis. Paula has enjoyed the process of including embedded glass spheres or ‘bubbles’, to draw greater attention and emphasize the movement in each piece. Sometimes the spheres magnify details in the pattern, such as fluid art cells or lacing effects, in addition to accentuating the flowing movement.
