"Studio Printmaker's Showcase"
Host: Estuary Arts Centre
G1: Gallery One
01 October to 28 October
A group show featuring the collective of printmakers working from their studio at Lake House Arts Centre in Takapuna.
Our printmaking collective was originally formed by a group of practicing Auckland printmakers in 1990.
The initial aim was to provide a studio where printmakers, many of whom did not have presses, could experiment with, develop and edition prints. Over the years however, the studio has also marvelously developed as a communal place where printmakers gather to exchange ideas, hold workshops, organise exhibitions and meet visiting local and international printmakers and tutors.
Our studio was originally an Army barracks building at the historic site of Fort Cautley, later relocated to the Lakeh Huse Arts Centre, Takapuna. It has been refurbished to provide a pleasant work space with plenty of natural light and ventilation, and is now a fully equipped working studio. It is primarily set up for intaglio/relief/solarplate etching and printing but can also accommodate screen printing.
Our members show their work in a wide variety of exhibitions, often organised with other Collective members or in exchanges with overseas print studios or the Print Council.
We have had a very active workshop programme over the years, with tutors coming from the United States, (Dan Welden, William Barnhart, Charles Cohan, [University of Hawaii]), Australia (Glen Skien, Anthea Boesenberg,)NZ,Kathy Boyle, Alexis Neal and Gabrielle Belz as well as smaller workshops run by some of our own very talented members.
Each year we hold several Open Access days when the members meet to discuss and learn new techniques, and generally catch up on the printmaking scene in the communal way of printmakers everywhere. Our 30 plus members are a mixed bunch, with ages ranging from twenty to eightysomethings. Our individual practices range from classical methods such as metal plate etching and mezzotint to more contemporary techniques such as solar plate and eco-prints.
This exhibition gives a glimpse of the vast range of techniques and effects that can be achieved and includes:
lino prints, lithographic prints, woodcut prints, drypoint etching, zinc plate etching, mezzotint prints, screenprints, solvent transfer prints
mono prints, gelliplate prints, hand coloured etching, collaged prints, chine colle, eco-prints
Participating printmakers:
Catriona Caird, Julienne Francis, Prue MacDougal, Val Cuthbert, Ian Halliday, Janmarie Thompson, Alice King , Shin-young Park, Carolyn Shaw, Pat Grove-Hills, Alexandra Sprenger, Donna Dold, Lianne Timlin, Elle Anderson, Dianna Coleman, Gillian Clark and Margie Jones.
Host: Estuary Arts Centre
G1: Gallery One
01 October to 28 October
A group show featuring the collective of printmakers working from their studio at Lake House Arts Centre in Takapuna.
Our printmaking collective was originally formed by a group of practicing Auckland printmakers in 1990.
The initial aim was to provide a studio where printmakers, many of whom did not have presses, could experiment with, develop and edition prints. Over the years however, the studio has also marvelously developed as a communal place where printmakers gather to exchange ideas, hold workshops, organise exhibitions and meet visiting local and international printmakers and tutors.
Our studio was originally an Army barracks building at the historic site of Fort Cautley, later relocated to the Lakeh Huse Arts Centre, Takapuna. It has been refurbished to provide a pleasant work space with plenty of natural light and ventilation, and is now a fully equipped working studio. It is primarily set up for intaglio/relief/solarplate etching and printing but can also accommodate screen printing.
Our members show their work in a wide variety of exhibitions, often organised with other Collective members or in exchanges with overseas print studios or the Print Council.
We have had a very active workshop programme over the years, with tutors coming from the United States, (Dan Welden, William Barnhart, Charles Cohan, [University of Hawaii]), Australia (Glen Skien, Anthea Boesenberg,)NZ,Kathy Boyle, Alexis Neal and Gabrielle Belz as well as smaller workshops run by some of our own very talented members.
Each year we hold several Open Access days when the members meet to discuss and learn new techniques, and generally catch up on the printmaking scene in the communal way of printmakers everywhere. Our 30 plus members are a mixed bunch, with ages ranging from twenty to eightysomethings. Our individual practices range from classical methods such as metal plate etching and mezzotint to more contemporary techniques such as solar plate and eco-prints.
This exhibition gives a glimpse of the vast range of techniques and effects that can be achieved and includes:
lino prints, lithographic prints, woodcut prints, drypoint etching, zinc plate etching, mezzotint prints, screenprints, solvent transfer prints
mono prints, gelliplate prints, hand coloured etching, collaged prints, chine colle, eco-prints
Participating printmakers:
Catriona Caird, Julienne Francis, Prue MacDougal, Val Cuthbert, Ian Halliday, Janmarie Thompson, Alice King , Shin-young Park, Carolyn Shaw, Pat Grove-Hills, Alexandra Sprenger, Donna Dold, Lianne Timlin, Elle Anderson, Dianna Coleman, Gillian Clark and Margie Jones.
"The Estuary" by the Peninsula Weavers
Host: Estuary Arts Centre
G2: Gallery Two
01 October to 28 October
The Peninsula Weavers are a group of 15 weavers, who also spin wool, silk, art yarn and many other more exotic fibre, they knit, crochet and felt. This list is by no means exhaustive as members will try and explore any fibre art and craft to create new art pieces or commodity articles.
We meet at the Whangaparaoa Library on the 4th Tuesday of the month (February to November).
The group was founded in 1975 when individual spinners and weavers saw a need for mutual support and got together to form the Peninsula Weavers. They flourished in the 1980's and 90's with exhibitions, fashion parades and shows hosted at the Whangaparaoa Hall, Library and other locations in the Hibiscus Coast area. Archival photos and newspaper articles prove the popularity of the group together with other groups around the area.
The group continues to meet and support each other in their crafts and to create their fashion garments, household articles,toys, art pieces etc. They are affiliated to Creative Fibre New Zealand/Auckland region. They have contributed and continue to do so, to charities with baby knitting, blankets, hats and toys; Teddy bears being very popular. Mutual support encourages us to strive for excellence with improvement in design, technique and presentation. New members are always welcome.
Annette Ashton, Sophie Austin, Hilde Blank, Rosemary Burnby, Pam Chrisholm, Elaine Curtis, Sharon Dooney, Margaret Marshall, Linda MacDonald, Annette Montgomery, Sue Parker and Rae Simpson.
Pictorial tapestry woven by Elaine Curtis "On the Beach"
Host: Estuary Arts Centre
G2: Gallery Two
01 October to 28 October
The Peninsula Weavers are a group of 15 weavers, who also spin wool, silk, art yarn and many other more exotic fibre, they knit, crochet and felt. This list is by no means exhaustive as members will try and explore any fibre art and craft to create new art pieces or commodity articles.
We meet at the Whangaparaoa Library on the 4th Tuesday of the month (February to November).
The group was founded in 1975 when individual spinners and weavers saw a need for mutual support and got together to form the Peninsula Weavers. They flourished in the 1980's and 90's with exhibitions, fashion parades and shows hosted at the Whangaparaoa Hall, Library and other locations in the Hibiscus Coast area. Archival photos and newspaper articles prove the popularity of the group together with other groups around the area.
The group continues to meet and support each other in their crafts and to create their fashion garments, household articles,toys, art pieces etc. They are affiliated to Creative Fibre New Zealand/Auckland region. They have contributed and continue to do so, to charities with baby knitting, blankets, hats and toys; Teddy bears being very popular. Mutual support encourages us to strive for excellence with improvement in design, technique and presentation. New members are always welcome.
Annette Ashton, Sophie Austin, Hilde Blank, Rosemary Burnby, Pam Chrisholm, Elaine Curtis, Sharon Dooney, Margaret Marshall, Linda MacDonald, Annette Montgomery, Sue Parker and Rae Simpson.
Pictorial tapestry woven by Elaine Curtis "On the Beach"
"From Dawn to Dusk" by Tut Blumental
Host: Estuary Arts Centre
G4: Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
01 October to 28 October
Prior to being a full-time artist Tut worked as a graphic designer for 20 years, now, Tut is living her dream of being a full-time artist by putting her talent and experience in the design world to use. Colour remains an interest to Tut as it is something that can trigger emotive responses along with an ability to represent a time of day.
Tut’s consideration and attention to harmony is present in every aspect of her work, from size of canvas to how she chooses colour and applies it. Another aspect of what makes Tut’s paintings so captivating is how she uses colours to radiate off and blend into each other, creating a magical atmospheric painting.
Her paintings allow the mind of the viewer to drift into them, taking the viewer to a place where there is a warm sunrise that is taking over the night sky, where the pink clouds are being reflected in the sea’s surface, transforming the water to appear as a never-ending supply of strawberry cream.
Through an abstraction of the sea or landscape, Tut’s decision to remove details draws attention to what is important to her and what aspects she wants to share. Instead of the viewer being caught up in the details of the sea or landscape, they are captivated by the ‘essence’ which is triggered through her use of colour.
The size, seamless application and blend of tones and colours make a positive and peaceful impact wherever placed, making them the perfect addition to the home or workplace.
Painting is my passion. I use my art to explore and express my emotions and moods. This gives me the freedom to create for my enjoyment and the enjoyment of others, adding depth to my art as it captures the passion and expression of myself and nature.
Living in New Zealand I am constantly struck by the beauty and variety of nature and scenery. Every day I feel privileged to live in a place that has such extraordinary landscapes and atmosphere. I use it as a base to empower and drive the creativity in my paintings. It fuels my passion to have the chance to share it with the world through my work.
My recent pieces take inspiration from the views around me. Using an acrylic medium, I create abstract landscapes exploring the relationships and contradictions in nature by presenting dramatic contrasts between light and dark.
I visualize the movement of the wind, waves, and clouds with an emphasis on a particular day or a season. Instead of showing small details, I use the blending of large and small marks in contrasting directions, shades and gradations to create a sense of atmosphere and feeling, bringing the viewer into the emotion and feeling of the moment captured.
In my paintings I challenge the observer to feel the breeze, the chill in the air; to feel that they are inside the moment, drawing the viewer inward to have an encounter with the nature of the place and time, while striving to capture a glimpse of the beauty, awe and wonder of this world.
Host: Estuary Arts Centre
G4: Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
01 October to 28 October
Prior to being a full-time artist Tut worked as a graphic designer for 20 years, now, Tut is living her dream of being a full-time artist by putting her talent and experience in the design world to use. Colour remains an interest to Tut as it is something that can trigger emotive responses along with an ability to represent a time of day.
Tut’s consideration and attention to harmony is present in every aspect of her work, from size of canvas to how she chooses colour and applies it. Another aspect of what makes Tut’s paintings so captivating is how she uses colours to radiate off and blend into each other, creating a magical atmospheric painting.
Her paintings allow the mind of the viewer to drift into them, taking the viewer to a place where there is a warm sunrise that is taking over the night sky, where the pink clouds are being reflected in the sea’s surface, transforming the water to appear as a never-ending supply of strawberry cream.
Through an abstraction of the sea or landscape, Tut’s decision to remove details draws attention to what is important to her and what aspects she wants to share. Instead of the viewer being caught up in the details of the sea or landscape, they are captivated by the ‘essence’ which is triggered through her use of colour.
The size, seamless application and blend of tones and colours make a positive and peaceful impact wherever placed, making them the perfect addition to the home or workplace.
Painting is my passion. I use my art to explore and express my emotions and moods. This gives me the freedom to create for my enjoyment and the enjoyment of others, adding depth to my art as it captures the passion and expression of myself and nature.
Living in New Zealand I am constantly struck by the beauty and variety of nature and scenery. Every day I feel privileged to live in a place that has such extraordinary landscapes and atmosphere. I use it as a base to empower and drive the creativity in my paintings. It fuels my passion to have the chance to share it with the world through my work.
My recent pieces take inspiration from the views around me. Using an acrylic medium, I create abstract landscapes exploring the relationships and contradictions in nature by presenting dramatic contrasts between light and dark.
I visualize the movement of the wind, waves, and clouds with an emphasis on a particular day or a season. Instead of showing small details, I use the blending of large and small marks in contrasting directions, shades and gradations to create a sense of atmosphere and feeling, bringing the viewer into the emotion and feeling of the moment captured.
In my paintings I challenge the observer to feel the breeze, the chill in the air; to feel that they are inside the moment, drawing the viewer inward to have an encounter with the nature of the place and time, while striving to capture a glimpse of the beauty, awe and wonder of this world.
"Helen E. Douglas"
G5: Gallery Five (upstairs)
01 October to 28 October
Born in Edinburgh Scotland. Attended evening classes for a short time but basically self taught. Joined the Upper Deeside Art Society and exhibited twice a year. April to the end of July at Balmoral Castle and in September each year in Ballater. The Duchess of Cornwall opens the Ballater Exhibition and in September 2015 just before leaving to live here in New Zealand the Duchess bought one of my paintings. I also Exhibited twice at Art Aboyne on invitation.
My work comes from seeing something that takes my eye. I mostly paint from photographs. Having visited Venice on a couple of occasions, the canals and architecture were very inspiring. I love animals and find them fascinating to paint.
G5: Gallery Five (upstairs)
01 October to 28 October
Born in Edinburgh Scotland. Attended evening classes for a short time but basically self taught. Joined the Upper Deeside Art Society and exhibited twice a year. April to the end of July at Balmoral Castle and in September each year in Ballater. The Duchess of Cornwall opens the Ballater Exhibition and in September 2015 just before leaving to live here in New Zealand the Duchess bought one of my paintings. I also Exhibited twice at Art Aboyne on invitation.
My work comes from seeing something that takes my eye. I mostly paint from photographs. Having visited Venice on a couple of occasions, the canals and architecture were very inspiring. I love animals and find them fascinating to paint.
"The Art of Mosaics" 6th New Zealand National Mosaic exhibition
All Glleries
05 September - 30 September
Opening function Friday 7 Sept 6 to 8pm
The Art of Mosaics exhibition is open to all mosaic artists. Entries are still open.
Symposium dates: Saturday 08 September and Sunday 09 September 9am to 4pm daily.
Tombola with 100 fun Prizes to be one. Everyone will get a prize for their $10 ticket, so bring your cash for the opening night function on Friday 07 September 6 to 8pm. The Award winners will be announced by judge Carole Choucair Oueijan at 6.30pm sharp.
Carol, was born in Beirut, Lebanon, spent time in Greece in 1989 and now lives in California.
She holds a BA with distinction from the YWCA College in Beirut and a further BA from the Institute National des Beaux Arts - The Lebanese University.
During her time in Greece she grew fond of and learned skills of classical mosaic art still practiced by Greek clergy for creating religious icons.
When she took this background to California in 1990 she began crafting exceptional mosaic art pieces with three dimensional effects, using stones such as marble-Smalti combination, which brought her mosaic art pieces closer to the modern age and added a layer of innovation and captivating charm to her art pieces.
All Glleries
05 September - 30 September
Opening function Friday 7 Sept 6 to 8pm
The Art of Mosaics exhibition is open to all mosaic artists. Entries are still open.
Symposium dates: Saturday 08 September and Sunday 09 September 9am to 4pm daily.
Tombola with 100 fun Prizes to be one. Everyone will get a prize for their $10 ticket, so bring your cash for the opening night function on Friday 07 September 6 to 8pm. The Award winners will be announced by judge Carole Choucair Oueijan at 6.30pm sharp.
Carol, was born in Beirut, Lebanon, spent time in Greece in 1989 and now lives in California.
She holds a BA with distinction from the YWCA College in Beirut and a further BA from the Institute National des Beaux Arts - The Lebanese University.
During her time in Greece she grew fond of and learned skills of classical mosaic art still practiced by Greek clergy for creating religious icons.
When she took this background to California in 1990 she began crafting exceptional mosaic art pieces with three dimensional effects, using stones such as marble-Smalti combination, which brought her mosaic art pieces closer to the modern age and added a layer of innovation and captivating charm to her art pieces.
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"The Original Friday Art Group"
G3: Gallery Three 01 October to 28 October Featuring the following artists who meet and paint together in Studio One at Estuary Arts Centre on Untutored Casual Fridays: Ann Sutherland - Pastels Barbara Croft - Acrylics Helen Farquerson - Oils and Acrylics Shirley O'Brien - Oils Janet Martell - Acrylics David Underwood - Acrylics and Watercolours Maureen Gresty - Oils and Porcelain Painting Heather Smyth |
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"Toss the Floss" Textile and Embroidery
Group Exhibition G1: Gallery One 08 August to 02 September A group exhibition featuring a range of embroidery, quilting and textile applications. This group of women meet weekly to stitch, laugh, talk and generally have fun and enjoy the company of each other. Working as a group they are welcoming of any new people who wish to join the group and learn and inspire each other. Working on ones own can be very isolating, but in a group so much more can be accomplished. Joan Hamilton, Marie Wintle, Lesley Calder, Victoria Chin, Margaret Reid, Rebecca Owen, Ann Cleary, Fiona Mendel, Kay White, Lorraine Allen, Raewyn Irwin, Paula Apperly-Wyborn, Diane Toulim, Deborah Peek and Sarita |
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"All Things Snow" Keri Hannah exhibition
G2: Gallery Two 08 August to 02 September I am a Hibiscus Coast local of over 40 years with a love of art and a passion for Snow Sports. A year ago I put my combined interests together by sculpting snow figures in clay. Every sculpture I have made is based off a photo of family or friends taking part in the sport I spend so much time involved in. My husband, two boys and myself ski and snowboard regularly at Mt Ruapehu where most of my inspiration comes from. About my Exhibition...... "My exhibition “All Things Snow “ comes from my love of Mt Ruapehu and many hours spent there snowboarding with my family. After trying my hand throwing clay on the wheel and experimenting with various techniques I decided to hand-sculpt what was in front of me and what I'm passionate about: snow sports. People snowboarding, skiing or simply playing in the snow, faces glowing with enjoyment spending time with their family and friends. The snow is truly my happy place." |
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"Viva South America 2018" Photography and video by Pauline Stockhausen
G2: Gallery Two
08 August to 02 September
G2: Gallery Two
08 August to 02 September
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"Hibiscus Coast Printmakers 2018" group exhibition
G4: Education Wing foyer 08 August to 02 September Participating printmakers include Christine den Hartogh, Nichola Holmes, Deborah Martin, Kim Ingram, Lianne Timlin, Val Cuthbert, Matt Turner and Bronwyn Smith |
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"Malcolm Harrison Tribute Exhibition"
G5: Gallery 5 (Upstairs) 08 August to 02 September Thanks to the support received from Creative Communities Estuary Arts Centre has been extended the privilege of hosting an exhibition of the estate works of the late Malcolm Harrison who passed away at his home on Waiheke 10 years ago. The loan of a selection of work is from the Waiheke Community Gallery. Malcolm was an outstanding textile artist whose work was collected by major New Zealand institutions and galleries and frequently commissioned for public spaces. The exhibition here at Estuary Arts Centre will include major quilt works, tapestries, Tapa books with ink works on paper and a set of drawings. A not to be missed exhibition. |
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"Step into SPRING" solo art exhibition by Shirley Smith
Studio 1 11 and 12 August 9am to 4pm daily Opening function Friday 10 Aug 7pm Born in Hastings, New Zealand, I have had a love for art from an early age. I have always sensed an interest in nature and expressing this in some form of art. I began painting in oils seriously at the age of 30, attending community art classes as an adult and completed a University Entrance qualification in art. In the 1990’s I enjoyed working with clay over a ten year period, exploring form and texture that can be created with clay. However, my love of painting has led me to concentrate on this in recent years. I enjoy working with acrylics on abstracts and sometimes use mixed media. In my abstract work, I enjoy layering paint to create texture and depth to the work. Colour and form are important to me. More detail will be seen as you spend time viewing each painting. Within the forms of plants, trees, sky and sea are the same patterns repeated naturally, and this is what I am passionate about expressing. I marvel at the amazing world we live in. I’ve spent many years of my adult life as a child health nurse where, every day I’ve cared for women who mainly have had successful deliveries for their infants. We in New Zealand take successful deliveries for granted but this is not the case for many women in developing countries. When I became aware of the plight of the African women, many whom lose their babies and themselves suffer internal damage, I wanted to help and I found out that Mercy Ships provides a wonderful service taking hospital ships to the world’s forgotten poor, bringing hope, healing and healthcare. So I’m pleased to be able to give a percentage of the profits from the sale of my art to Mercy Ships. Information at: http://mercyships.org.nz/ I have recently been involved with providing art therapy to early dementia sufferers at a day care unit in Auckland. For many years, I have been a member of the Mairangi Art Centre, in the East Coast Bays of Auckland and I exhibit there on a regular basis. |
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"EACT Annual Members Merit Awards"
Group exhibition All Galleries 06 July to 05 August Award evening Friday 06 July 6pm to 8pm A highlight on the Estuary Arts exhibition calendar, this exhibition featuring current members artwork showcases a broad range of artistic mediums and genres. Kindly supported by local business and art stores. |
The winning artists:
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"Quilts" Pauline Coates
Cafe 07 June to 01 July Pauline lives in Whangaparaoa. She is a qualified secondary school art teacher and has taught art in the Auckland area for 28 years. Pauline worked as a visualizing artist and illustrator for the New Zealand Herald. Later moving onto her journey with fabrics and threads. "The quilt designs I create become an expression of my need to design, to accept the challenge of working intuitively with cloth. The design purpose doesn't stop until all the pieces are sewn together. I use stitchery for embossing, indenting and marking the surface. there is within me a willingness to experiential boldly and innovatively incorporating hand-dyed fabric, adding embellishment with stitchery and the introduction of found objects". I have an increasing determination to explore and develop my skills in the search for personal growth, advancement of a distinctive style of fabric manipulation and added embellishment in these media of my choice". |
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"The Printmakers Collaborative Triangle Challenge"
G4: Gallery Four (Education Wing foyer) 07 June to 01 July Opening function / meet the artists Sat 9 June 3pm to 5pm Local Hibiscus Coast and other North Shore printmakers were invited to print images onto paper that were then cut into triangle shapes and re-assembled to form more complex designs. The resulting patchwork-like designs included many different forms of printmaking, monoprinting, intaglio, relief, as well as stitching and applique, dyeing with indigo and natural dyes and the addition of found objects like feathers. The following have taken part: Alexandra Springer, Bev Head, Bronwyn Smith, Chris den Hartogh, Deborah Martin, Ina Arraoui, Janmarie Thompson, Julienne Francis, Kim Imgram, Lesley Gager, Lianne Timlin, Marianda Twydell, Matt Turner, Merryl Houghton, Naya Nicolins, Nichola Holmes, Pat Grove-Hills, Val Cuthbert and Vivien Davimes. |
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"Body Lines" Student Figurative drawing showcase
G5: Gallery Five (upstairs) 07 June to 01 July Opening function / meet the artists Sat 9 June 3pm to 5pm Featuring students work who attended a Life Drawing Class at Estuary Arts with tutor Alan Croggan. Exhibitors include: Philip Crow, Sam Cranston, Mi Young Choi, Kim Ingram, Linley Quinlan, Helen Cookson, Robbie Parrish, Rosa Gaete, Charles Anderson, Marina Waller and Eunju Lee |
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Fluid Imagination" paintings by Simon Morris
G3: Gallery Three 07 June to 01 July Opening function / meet the artists Sat 9 June 3pm to 5pm Albert Einstein, said "Imagination is more important than knowledge for knowledge is limited to all we now know and understand, while imagination embraces the entire world and all there ever will be to know and understand". "Logic", he added, "will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere... Simon works with Acrylic on canvas, layering paint to create each original artwork. His latest series uses bold colours on a clean background creating flowing organic patterns, inspired by his love of life and colour. His works have depth and flow, with each piece being left up to the individual to interpret. Everyone sees something different , your imagination is like a muscle…the more you use it the stronger it gets Look closely at each painting, use your imagination and see what develops.. |
“Splashes of Art” two local painters Neville Bradley and Annette Denholm
G2: Gallery two
07 June to 01 July
Opening function / meet the photographers
Sat 9 June 3pm to 5pm
Neville and Annette have painted together for many years, one of the highlights being a 5 day workshop with internationally acclaimed artist Ben Ho, painting Plein Air around Lake Hayes and Arrowtown; and Annette recently with John Lovett in Italy.
Their fine work display a love for the NZ outdoors and a great appreciation of scenic Europe.
Neville Bradley
Neville, a successful painter in oils and water colours with thirty years experience, enjoys teaching others “how to do it” through workshops and demonstrations around the country. He has studied under more than twenty highly respected professionals whose influence is shown in his paintings. You are welcome to visit his home studio at 41 Laurence St, Manly, Whangaparaoa to see an array of desirable paintings at affordable sizes and prices. (Image top)
Annette Denholm
I love to paint, and watercolour is my
favourite medium. I love the subtle movement and blending that happens spontaneously on the paper, and also enjoy the strength of colour that can be produced. With so much beauty in the world to inspire me there are many subjects to choose. I love to surround myself with beauty- a flower, a song, a hillside, a painting. They give me great joy. I have been fortunate to attend workshops with internationally acclaimed artists such as Ben Ho, John Lovall, Amanda Hyatt in New Zealand, France and Italy.
I moved to Stanmore Bay eighteen years ago and joined Lesley Gager’s attic artists. It has been a pleasure meeting, and working with, many artists in the Hibiscus Coast area. I now live in Mission Bay. (Image bottom)
G2: Gallery two
07 June to 01 July
Opening function / meet the photographers
Sat 9 June 3pm to 5pm
Neville and Annette have painted together for many years, one of the highlights being a 5 day workshop with internationally acclaimed artist Ben Ho, painting Plein Air around Lake Hayes and Arrowtown; and Annette recently with John Lovett in Italy.
Their fine work display a love for the NZ outdoors and a great appreciation of scenic Europe.
Neville Bradley
Neville, a successful painter in oils and water colours with thirty years experience, enjoys teaching others “how to do it” through workshops and demonstrations around the country. He has studied under more than twenty highly respected professionals whose influence is shown in his paintings. You are welcome to visit his home studio at 41 Laurence St, Manly, Whangaparaoa to see an array of desirable paintings at affordable sizes and prices. (Image top)
Annette Denholm
I love to paint, and watercolour is my
favourite medium. I love the subtle movement and blending that happens spontaneously on the paper, and also enjoy the strength of colour that can be produced. With so much beauty in the world to inspire me there are many subjects to choose. I love to surround myself with beauty- a flower, a song, a hillside, a painting. They give me great joy. I have been fortunate to attend workshops with internationally acclaimed artists such as Ben Ho, John Lovall, Amanda Hyatt in New Zealand, France and Italy.
I moved to Stanmore Bay eighteen years ago and joined Lesley Gager’s attic artists. It has been a pleasure meeting, and working with, many artists in the Hibiscus Coast area. I now live in Mission Bay. (Image bottom)
"The Creative Photography Group" presents an exhibition of contemporary photography
G1: Gallery one
07 June to 01 July
Opening function / meet the photographers
Sat 9 June 3pm to 5pm
We are a group of enthusiastic amateur photographers showcasing our work.
Our group consists of 14 members who live locally and who all belong to the Hibiscus Coast Photographic Club.
Our passion is to capture our environment using our creative ability through the medium of photographic images.
We have all learned our craft by getting out there with our cameras in all weathers, all times of the day and night and in all environments to take our photos.
We are pleased to have this opportunity to share our photographs with you.
G1: Gallery one
07 June to 01 July
Opening function / meet the photographers
Sat 9 June 3pm to 5pm
We are a group of enthusiastic amateur photographers showcasing our work.
Our group consists of 14 members who live locally and who all belong to the Hibiscus Coast Photographic Club.
Our passion is to capture our environment using our creative ability through the medium of photographic images.
We have all learned our craft by getting out there with our cameras in all weathers, all times of the day and night and in all environments to take our photos.
We are pleased to have this opportunity to share our photographs with you.
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"Cut in Colour" Mosaic art group exhibition
G1, G2 and G3: Gallery One, Two and Three 01 May to 27 May Opening function: Saturday 05 May 3pm to 5pm All welcome Featuring a range of talented mosaic artists both locally and regionally. Workshops with Pat George, Jo Luker and Jackie Strickland, artist talks Pat George about The Windows of Northland public mosaic Project and with Joy Bell about her work on the Waikumete's Shrine for Babies in Auckland. Joy will recall the pain-staking moulding, mosaicing and installation process involved with this huge and powerfully meaningful public installation. |
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"Flungle" by Dana Dadi
G5: Gallery Five (upstairs) 01 May to 27 May Opening function: Saturday 05 May 3pm to 5pm All welcome Since immigrating to New Zealand, Dana's Symbolism and Imaginative artwork challenges the viewer to spend more time to gauge all its meanings. The artist uses a richness of symbols, clear outlines and sharp colours for painting to illustrate a magical world. Dana was born in Persia, she moved to Sweden with her family for a while, when she was only 3 years old. Later on, she returned to Persia where she graduated from university with a Masters of Painting. She has been lecturing Photography, Painting and Graphic Design for past 8 years. She has managed research projects and written articles on cultural aspects of the role of modern design in Shiraz. Her paintings brought several disciplines of art to interpret Persian poets of 12th century. Living in different countries has influenced her work. Dana’s Acrylic on Canvas artwork is also on display at the Riverhead Art Gallery and her latest exhibitions were held at Studio One / Ponsonby and Kumeu Arts Centre. |
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"Street Seat" Community Mosaic art group exhibition
G1, G2 and G3: Gallery One, Two and Three 01 May to 27 May Opening function: Saturday 05 May 3pm to 5pm All welcome Featuring a range of talented mosaic artists both locally and regionally. Workshops with Pat George, Jo Luker and Jackie Strickland, artist talks Pat George about The Windows of Northland public mosaic Project and with Joy Bell about her work on the Waikumete's Shrine for Babies in Auckland. Joy will recall the pain-staking moulding, mosaicing and installation process involved with this huge and powerfully meaningful public installation. |
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"Artist Alley" group exhibition
G1, G2, G4: Gallery One, Two and Four 04 April to 29 April Opening event Wednesday 04 April Featuring 15 artists from the Hibiscus Coast and North Shore who meet weekly at Lake House Arts Centre to paint together with Lib Steward. The group is known as "Artists Alley". This is the first exhibition for most of the participants and the exhibition will feature a diverse and eclectic mix of painting styles and mediums. |
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"Little Feathers" by Rebecca McLeod
G5: Gallery Five - upstairs 04 April to 29 April Opening event Wednesday 04 April 5.30pm to 7.30pm Rebecca Mcleod is a 21yr old artist who is currently studying in Christchurch and based in Auckland, New Zealand. “From the tiny, delicate painting on a real feather of a tui… to capturing the cheeky sparkle in the mischievous Pukeko’s eye… my exhibition “Little Feathers” explores New Zealand’s native feathered friends in a unique way. Each bird is painted on natural materials and brought to life with its own quirky personality. As a keen lover of nature and the outdoors I wanted to make sure nature is significant in my work. All the feathers and recycled woods seen in this exhibition are sourced by hand from nature. Together, combining natures canvases and Aotearoa’s birdlife I have created the little feathered creations you see before you." |
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"It's all about Glass and Some" by John and Frances Hanson
G3: Gallery Three 04 April to 29 April Opening event Wednesday 04 April 5.30pm to 7.30pm John Hanson (top left) is an award winning glass designer based in Auckland. He has a lifelong passion for glass, working in fused and previously cast glass. John enjoys making sculptural fine art works and functional forms where the viewer can admire and appreciate the luminosity and tactility of the glass. His pieces make a statement with simple elegant designs and strong colouration. Frances Hanson (bottom left) has been working with glass for over 12 years. She has received many awards for both her sculptural art glass pieces and her silver and glass jewellery. Attempting to redefine the boundaries, Frances’ sculptural work and jewellery often reflects shapes from nature that intrigue and inspire her. Designing her vibrant and organic art works she takes great pride in creating each piece individually to become a truly unique piece. |
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Pastels, Paint and Clay
Robyn Semmens and Tania Parrott G5: Gallery Five - Upstairs 06 March to 02 April Opening function Saturday 10 march 3pm to 5pm Robyn Semmens grew up in West Auckland, later moving to the UK and travelling extensively around Europe. She now lives on local shores in Beach Haven, North Shore, Auckland. Her work captures the essence of New Zealand retro kiwiana with its beach life, baches, tents and caravans. Robyn loves working with pastels for their immediacy of expression and intensity of colour. Commissions are welcome. For your own personalised bach or caravan pastel contact the Centre. Tania Parrott AKA TANZ began her creative journey with a hairdressing career in Sydney. Like many young kiwi's, having cought the travel bug she then ventured across to Canada where she became involved in Props and display at the Vancouver Convention Centre. AT the time she was also the in-house decorator at Vancouver's B.C Stadium - the world's largest air supported domed stadium. Now back in NZ with her Canadian husband and two children Tania has been a full-time artist for the past 12 years. She has combined her props and display experience with the natural artistic flair she inherited from her mother to become one of New Zealand's most popular self-taught artists. Tanz is also a gifted teacher of mixed media art and ceramics. |
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"Explorations in Clay"
by Jill Bryce and Pauline Trotter G1: Gallery One - downstairs 06 March to 02 April Opening function Sat 10 march 3pm to 5pm Jill’s artistic life started as a painter, but she recently changed mediums to Ceramics. She fell in love with this medium immediately and as she said ‘it is as if I have gone back to my roots. Any photos I have of myself as a toddler – I am covered in mud!!! Whereas my sister is still as clean as she started’. Jill loves the texture of the clay as it squishes through her fingers, and the ability to mould it into any shape or form from ‘squashed paper bags’ to ‘abstract bowls’, to ‘continuous ribbons’ |
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"The Monday Group"
Photography group exhibition G3: Gallery Three 06 March to 02 April Opening function Saturday 10 march 3pm to 5pm A group of like-minded photographic enthusiasts who meet on most Mondays to take photographs and to enjoy each others' company. This exhibition comprises an eclectic mix of images which reflect the interests of the group. From nature photography to impressionism and almost everything in between. Photographers include: Breen Porter, Janet Munnings, Alan Wilson, Marilyn Rendle, Martin Sanders, Lynn Hedges, John Jones-Parry, Phil Thornton, Jenny Lovering, Ivan Brown, Judith Brown, Anne Thornton, Shoan Rickman, Nick Munnings |
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"Facetime"
by Maureen van Dam and Rosemary Rush A quilting an textile exhibition G2: Gallery Two 06 March to 02 April This is a celebration of faces (as opposed to portraits) to which we believe people will relate; some are serious, some are a bit of fun, all are examples of fibre-art at its best. Rosemary (Top) and Maureen (bottom) are both long-standing immigrants from the Republic of South Africa; seeking to establish a new life in New Zealand (as intimated in our previous exhibition ‘Two New Lives’) Both are experienced and skilled artists who are well known in quilting circles. Hand painted fabric with skill free-hand machine stitching |
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"Alternative Wax - Layer of facts"
by Sue MacDougall
G4: Gallery Four - Foyer
06 March to 02 April
Sue MacDougall is an established artist who was born in New Zealand, and lives part of the year in Greece.
What inspires her is mainly the sea, landscapes and what she views and observes around her. After using Acrylic paints onto canvas, 5 years ago she discovered the Encaustic Hot Wax medium which she now enjoys working with. Encaustic Hot Wax is made up of all-natural products (bees wax, tree resin and organic colour pigments) and was used over 2000 years ago by the Greeks and Egyptians first off as a sealant for their boats and later on in icon painting.
Recognized for her bold and colourful artwork in different mediums that create structure, depth, movement and texture, nothing excites her more than taking up her brushes and directing her energy into every stroke. This is a slow progress of building up the image, in which time has no relevance in the creation of her work. Her artwork absorbs her completely.
As an artist her temperament is the motivating factor, that which gives form to her passion. It is easy to be captivated and respond to the feelings inherent in the paintings. Light is an important factor when using colours.
The colours of a painting can be calming or stimulating and can complement all types of décor – and it is so easy to find attractive works for all settings among Sue’s collection.
Sue’s main influences come from the ‘"Blue Rider Group"’ which included artists such as Wassily Kandinsky and Gabrielle Munter
by Sue MacDougall
G4: Gallery Four - Foyer
06 March to 02 April
Sue MacDougall is an established artist who was born in New Zealand, and lives part of the year in Greece.
What inspires her is mainly the sea, landscapes and what she views and observes around her. After using Acrylic paints onto canvas, 5 years ago she discovered the Encaustic Hot Wax medium which she now enjoys working with. Encaustic Hot Wax is made up of all-natural products (bees wax, tree resin and organic colour pigments) and was used over 2000 years ago by the Greeks and Egyptians first off as a sealant for their boats and later on in icon painting.
Recognized for her bold and colourful artwork in different mediums that create structure, depth, movement and texture, nothing excites her more than taking up her brushes and directing her energy into every stroke. This is a slow progress of building up the image, in which time has no relevance in the creation of her work. Her artwork absorbs her completely.
As an artist her temperament is the motivating factor, that which gives form to her passion. It is easy to be captivated and respond to the feelings inherent in the paintings. Light is an important factor when using colours.
The colours of a painting can be calming or stimulating and can complement all types of décor – and it is so easy to find attractive works for all settings among Sue’s collection.
Sue’s main influences come from the ‘"Blue Rider Group"’ which included artists such as Wassily Kandinsky and Gabrielle Munter
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"SOLITUDE ON THE COAST" by Michelle Wright
G1: Gallery One - downstairs 06 March to 02 April Opening function Saturday 10 march 3pm to 5pm Art has always been my passion since a young child. I studied at college in Wellington and have kept my love for art throughout my life. I love all forms of the arts, including dancing for many years, creating porcelain dolls, and ceramics. My father R.V.Stevens was an oil painter from the Wairarapa and Otaki Regions, he would disappear into the bush for long periods to paint. And produced spectacular NZ scenery on canvas. I spent time studying, sketching and learning from him, a true inspiration to me. Along with the artworks of Raymond Ching, whom I greatly admire. After living in Australia for 12 years, coming home made me fall in love with the beauty of New Zealand all over again. This has greatly influenced what I paint now. Living close to the coast in Red Beach I can be found walking the beaches, here and other coastlines, taking many photos. This has led to my inspiration for this exhibition, and of course my love of birds. My artwork can be found through out New Zealand, Australia, England, and Austria. I continue to learn and study, fascinated by light, reflection, water, and the sky, with its ever changing moods. I look forward to many years ahead producing artworks and seeing more of New Zealand. Artist - Michelle.J.Wright |
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"Art Saved Me" Watercolours by Paul Willmott
G4: Gallery Four - Education Wing Foyer 01 February to 04 Feb Opening function Saturday 03 Feb 3 to 5pm In 2017 I was diagnosed to having Parkinsons disease. I lost my job as sales director, I parted from my wife and Parkinsons progressed. I had to do something, loneliness was taking me over. If I can inspire just one person with a disability similar to mine to pick up a brush and try painting watercolours, then I have succeeded. |
"Beyond Creative Vision" by Brenda Bardsley
and Katie Hagan
G5: Gallery Five - upstairs
01 February to 04 March
Brenda: I am a 78 year old Orewa resident who started painting for therapy in 2005/2006 with a group in Milford called Stepping Stones. This was my first introduction to painting and I loved every moment. After that I began painting in between group meetings as well. Since then I have done some art courses at Estuary Arts which benefited my work and gave me confidence.
My name is Katie an this is mine and my Oma's art. I have always loved art in all its forms - dance drama music and visual art, but visual art really helped me after struggling with BPD. That's when I fell in love with the art of tattoos and my designs are based on that hope you enjoy.
and Katie Hagan
G5: Gallery Five - upstairs
01 February to 04 March
Brenda: I am a 78 year old Orewa resident who started painting for therapy in 2005/2006 with a group in Milford called Stepping Stones. This was my first introduction to painting and I loved every moment. After that I began painting in between group meetings as well. Since then I have done some art courses at Estuary Arts which benefited my work and gave me confidence.
My name is Katie an this is mine and my Oma's art. I have always loved art in all its forms - dance drama music and visual art, but visual art really helped me after struggling with BPD. That's when I fell in love with the art of tattoos and my designs are based on that hope you enjoy.
