December 2019 / January 2020 Exhibitions
The Under $500 Cash and Carry Art Sale
The under $500 Cash and Carry Art Sale
Affordable art at reduced prices
All Galleries
10 December 2019 to 26 January 2020
Opening Night Friday 13 December 5pm to 8pm
Featured Artists:
Alfred Hassencamp, Angela Thomas, Ann Croker, Ann Tuxford, Anna Hunter,Anna Thoroughgood, Bev Head, Catherine Mitchell, Cathy Brickhill, Carol Hay, Carolyn Annand, Colleen Kangwai, Dale Chalmers, Darlene Te Young, Deborah Martin, Di Wright, Diane Taylor, Fiona Ehn, Fiona Harriton, Gaylene De Vries, Harold Joyce, Helen Farquharson, Helen Flashman, Helene Blomfield, Heather Smyth, Irina Velman, Jane Fletcher, Janet Martell, Jenny Arnerich, Jill Bryce, Jeff Hagan, Jo Bain, Jo Luker, Jocelyn Alexander, Jude Howker, Julie Courtenay, Julie Land, Katrina Rivers, Ken Flashman, Keith Galvin, Kenneth Crawford, Kevin Free, Kim Boyd, Kirsten Reid, Lauris Mortensen, Linda Steveson, Lois Trainor, Lyall Shannon, Lyn Dyson, Malcolm Macaskill, Marina De Wit, Marilyn Wheeler, Margaret Leeves, Maureen Gresty, Maureen Langford, Melissa Bell, Michael Irwin, Nanette Randall, Nicola Den Heijer, Olivia Park, Owen Greer, Owen Wilson, Patricia Brickell, Patsy Fisher, Patricia Kellington, Patricia Holliss, Paula Wheeler, Pauline Smith, Rebecca Mcleod, Robert Brown, Rosa Gaete, Rose-Mary Read, Sarah Dugdale, Shana Southcombe, Shirley Smith, Sonya Young, Sue Cole,Suzanne Gordon, Sylvia Hobson, Tracey Currington, Talia Russell, Tut Blumental, Val Cuthbert, Val Enger, Val Johnstone, Vicky Ross, Victoria Haldane,Wendy Johnstone, Wilson Owen, Yvonne Gray, Pip Budler, Monique Endt, Vicky Ross, Michelle Tatnell
Affordable art at reduced prices
All Galleries
10 December 2019 to 26 January 2020
Opening Night Friday 13 December 5pm to 8pm
Featured Artists:
Alfred Hassencamp, Angela Thomas, Ann Croker, Ann Tuxford, Anna Hunter,Anna Thoroughgood, Bev Head, Catherine Mitchell, Cathy Brickhill, Carol Hay, Carolyn Annand, Colleen Kangwai, Dale Chalmers, Darlene Te Young, Deborah Martin, Di Wright, Diane Taylor, Fiona Ehn, Fiona Harriton, Gaylene De Vries, Harold Joyce, Helen Farquharson, Helen Flashman, Helene Blomfield, Heather Smyth, Irina Velman, Jane Fletcher, Janet Martell, Jenny Arnerich, Jill Bryce, Jeff Hagan, Jo Bain, Jo Luker, Jocelyn Alexander, Jude Howker, Julie Courtenay, Julie Land, Katrina Rivers, Ken Flashman, Keith Galvin, Kenneth Crawford, Kevin Free, Kim Boyd, Kirsten Reid, Lauris Mortensen, Linda Steveson, Lois Trainor, Lyall Shannon, Lyn Dyson, Malcolm Macaskill, Marina De Wit, Marilyn Wheeler, Margaret Leeves, Maureen Gresty, Maureen Langford, Melissa Bell, Michael Irwin, Nanette Randall, Nicola Den Heijer, Olivia Park, Owen Greer, Owen Wilson, Patricia Brickell, Patsy Fisher, Patricia Kellington, Patricia Holliss, Paula Wheeler, Pauline Smith, Rebecca Mcleod, Robert Brown, Rosa Gaete, Rose-Mary Read, Sarah Dugdale, Shana Southcombe, Shirley Smith, Sonya Young, Sue Cole,Suzanne Gordon, Sylvia Hobson, Tracey Currington, Talia Russell, Tut Blumental, Val Cuthbert, Val Enger, Val Johnstone, Vicky Ross, Victoria Haldane,Wendy Johnstone, Wilson Owen, Yvonne Gray, Pip Budler, Monique Endt, Vicky Ross, Michelle Tatnell
November Exhibitions 2019
“The Great Upcycling Challenge"
Group exhibition
All Galleries
18 November to 08 December 2019
Silent Auction items close on Sunday 08 Dec at 4pm
View the range of transformed home-ware, furniture, jewellery, fashion and artworks from discarded or thrown out everyday objects. Guest artist Rupert Herring will have work on display. Rupert was a design star on the NZ season one “Designer Junkies”.
Participating artists include:
Adrienne Cole-Ewen, Becky Thoroughgood, Claire Jones, Coreen Berry, Greata Anderson
Helen Blomfield, Jo Dixey, Joan Hamilton, Justine Davidson,Kim Boyd, Lauris Mortensen
Lib Steward, Marj Ussher, Maureen Gresty, Nicola Van Heija, Rosa Gaete, Sam Cranston, Shana Southcombe, Vicky Ross, Correne Berry, Glenda Monteiro, Julie Land, Frances Hanson, Georgina Dow, Jo Luker, Maureen Gresty, Lorry McCarthy, Lisa Schreivogel, Carole Hay, Ken Flashman, Angela Gallagher, Bev Head, Logan Simich-Burr, Cathy Berglund, Andrew Derbyshire, Carole Hay, Claire Jensen, Gina Upton, Helen Flashman, Jill Bryce, Joan Hamilton,John Hanson, John Mulholland, Katrina Rivers, Krissy McLintock, Lauris Mortensen, Leanne Rogerson, Marianda Twydell, Miranda Likeman, Owen Greer, Pam Naylor, Peter Maddick, Raewyn Irwin, Robyn Tubb, Rose-Mary Read, Rupert Herring, Rustic Twist, Val Cuthbert
All Galleries
18 November to 08 December 2019
Silent Auction items close on Sunday 08 Dec at 4pm
View the range of transformed home-ware, furniture, jewellery, fashion and artworks from discarded or thrown out everyday objects. Guest artist Rupert Herring will have work on display. Rupert was a design star on the NZ season one “Designer Junkies”.
Participating artists include:
Adrienne Cole-Ewen, Becky Thoroughgood, Claire Jones, Coreen Berry, Greata Anderson
Helen Blomfield, Jo Dixey, Joan Hamilton, Justine Davidson,Kim Boyd, Lauris Mortensen
Lib Steward, Marj Ussher, Maureen Gresty, Nicola Van Heija, Rosa Gaete, Sam Cranston, Shana Southcombe, Vicky Ross, Correne Berry, Glenda Monteiro, Julie Land, Frances Hanson, Georgina Dow, Jo Luker, Maureen Gresty, Lorry McCarthy, Lisa Schreivogel, Carole Hay, Ken Flashman, Angela Gallagher, Bev Head, Logan Simich-Burr, Cathy Berglund, Andrew Derbyshire, Carole Hay, Claire Jensen, Gina Upton, Helen Flashman, Jill Bryce, Joan Hamilton,John Hanson, John Mulholland, Katrina Rivers, Krissy McLintock, Lauris Mortensen, Leanne Rogerson, Marianda Twydell, Miranda Likeman, Owen Greer, Pam Naylor, Peter Maddick, Raewyn Irwin, Robyn Tubb, Rose-Mary Read, Rupert Herring, Rustic Twist, Val Cuthbert
"Flights of Fancy" by Diane Taylor and Shelly Wilson
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
18 November to 08 December 2019
Diane Taylor and Shelley Wilson have been firm friends and fellow artists for a number of years and have brought some of their work together in this ‘Flights of Fancy’ exhibition in Gallery Four. Their styles are quite different but their aims are the same: to entrance and delight the visitor.
Diane
I began to hone my skills seriously as an artist in 2017 attending various classes at Estuary Arts Centre and discovering the joy of allowing my creative and observational energies to coalesce on the canvas. I have undertaken several commissions and sold work at Orewa’s Boulevard Art Festival and, this year, was delighted to be awarded EACT Student Merit Award for my detailed painting of a field hare entitled ‘Nibble.’ In ‘Flights Of Fancy’ I create a collection of works capturing the quirky character, and humour even, of NZ’s stunning native bird life as well as its shining plumage and unique morphology. Intriguing insects have crept their way into a few frames: an important part of NZ fauna sometimes overlooked by we humans. I believe the more visible the natural world is in our everyday lives the more we appreciate and protect it, and the more content and happy we are as individuals.
Shelley
I love to explore new creative ideas and travel down unexpected pathways. Using a wide variety of media such as pencil, watercolour, ink, and acrylic paint, I bring my ideas to life in colourful whimsy. For me, art is an infinite journey of unlimited imagination. I want my painting to be a visual poetry that spreads joy and lifts the spirit of the viewer. This ‘Flights Of Fancy’ collection is the embodiment of an untamed imagination, the flightiness of dreams and the delight of rich colour in a world of fantastical creatures.
18 November to 08 December 2019
Diane Taylor and Shelley Wilson have been firm friends and fellow artists for a number of years and have brought some of their work together in this ‘Flights of Fancy’ exhibition in Gallery Four. Their styles are quite different but their aims are the same: to entrance and delight the visitor.
Diane
I began to hone my skills seriously as an artist in 2017 attending various classes at Estuary Arts Centre and discovering the joy of allowing my creative and observational energies to coalesce on the canvas. I have undertaken several commissions and sold work at Orewa’s Boulevard Art Festival and, this year, was delighted to be awarded EACT Student Merit Award for my detailed painting of a field hare entitled ‘Nibble.’ In ‘Flights Of Fancy’ I create a collection of works capturing the quirky character, and humour even, of NZ’s stunning native bird life as well as its shining plumage and unique morphology. Intriguing insects have crept their way into a few frames: an important part of NZ fauna sometimes overlooked by we humans. I believe the more visible the natural world is in our everyday lives the more we appreciate and protect it, and the more content and happy we are as individuals.
Shelley
I love to explore new creative ideas and travel down unexpected pathways. Using a wide variety of media such as pencil, watercolour, ink, and acrylic paint, I bring my ideas to life in colourful whimsy. For me, art is an infinite journey of unlimited imagination. I want my painting to be a visual poetry that spreads joy and lifts the spirit of the viewer. This ‘Flights Of Fancy’ collection is the embodiment of an untamed imagination, the flightiness of dreams and the delight of rich colour in a world of fantastical creatures.
“Mixed Media Junkies”
Gallery Five (upstairs)
11 November to 08 December 2019
Dress It Up by Mixed Media Junkies.
A group of creative women bring you an exciting exhibition which includes mixed media, hand-made books, embroidery, quilting, and more. Participating artists:
Sharon Astbury
Hazel Foot
Kathy Kell
Helen Harford
Elaine King
Sheryl Miller
Elaine McCulloch
Janet Ryan
Marj Ussher
11 November to 08 December 2019
Dress It Up by Mixed Media Junkies.
A group of creative women bring you an exciting exhibition which includes mixed media, hand-made books, embroidery, quilting, and more. Participating artists:
Sharon Astbury
Hazel Foot
Kathy Kell
Helen Harford
Elaine King
Sheryl Miller
Elaine McCulloch
Janet Ryan
Marj Ussher
Arte Mani Studio "Venetian Lights"
21 October to 17 November 2019
Exhibition opening: Saturday 26 October from 11am to 2pm
Arte Mani Studio will exhibit a range of their Italian decorative plaster panel artworks and furniture this Spring in what will be their inaugural New Zealand exhibition.
Entitled ‘Venetian Lights’ and running from 21 October – 17 November 2019 at the Estuary Arts Centre in Orewa on Auckland’s Hibiscus Coast, the Arte Mani exhibition is free to all. It hopes to attract lovers of contemporary art and interior design from far and wide.
Specialising in bespoke interior surface finishes and polished Italian plaster, Arte Mani Studio is run by Italian husband and wife team Marco Baldisser and Nicoletta Benella. Both are natives of Italy’s northeast Veneto region, the birthplace of Italian decorative plaster finishing or Stucco Veneziano - a centuries old technique as relevant to interior architecture and design today as it was in the Renaissance or Roman times.
Marco is a master artisan with over 15 years experience in the art of decorative polished plaster. Nicoletta is a freelance designer and illustrator with a career background in interior design and fashion.
Using the versatile, naturally derived medium of Italian plaster Marco has created texture, colour and tactile contemporary pieces of interior design.
“Nicoletta and I both harbour a genuine passion for Italian plaster,” says Marco.
“Everytime I handle it, I am surprised with yet another way to express the beauty and individualism of this incredible medium.”
Marco and Nicoletta work collaboratively for Arte Mani Studio clients on projects big and small. From private bespoke interiors, to commercial and hospitality projects, their thoughtfully crafted artworks are designed and created with a specific space in mind. Arte Mani Studio have an available collection to purchase but are also delighted to work on commission pieces.
Exhibition opening: Saturday 26 October from 11am to 2pm
Arte Mani Studio will exhibit a range of their Italian decorative plaster panel artworks and furniture this Spring in what will be their inaugural New Zealand exhibition.
Entitled ‘Venetian Lights’ and running from 21 October – 17 November 2019 at the Estuary Arts Centre in Orewa on Auckland’s Hibiscus Coast, the Arte Mani exhibition is free to all. It hopes to attract lovers of contemporary art and interior design from far and wide.
Specialising in bespoke interior surface finishes and polished Italian plaster, Arte Mani Studio is run by Italian husband and wife team Marco Baldisser and Nicoletta Benella. Both are natives of Italy’s northeast Veneto region, the birthplace of Italian decorative plaster finishing or Stucco Veneziano - a centuries old technique as relevant to interior architecture and design today as it was in the Renaissance or Roman times.
Marco is a master artisan with over 15 years experience in the art of decorative polished plaster. Nicoletta is a freelance designer and illustrator with a career background in interior design and fashion.
Using the versatile, naturally derived medium of Italian plaster Marco has created texture, colour and tactile contemporary pieces of interior design.
“Nicoletta and I both harbour a genuine passion for Italian plaster,” says Marco.
“Everytime I handle it, I am surprised with yet another way to express the beauty and individualism of this incredible medium.”
Marco and Nicoletta work collaboratively for Arte Mani Studio clients on projects big and small. From private bespoke interiors, to commercial and hospitality projects, their thoughtfully crafted artworks are designed and created with a specific space in mind. Arte Mani Studio have an available collection to purchase but are also delighted to work on commission pieces.
“Ko te kotahitanga te whakaaro / Expressions of Unity”
Gallery Two and Three
21 October to 17 November 2019
The Baha’i community of Rodney is joining millions of people from around the world in commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Birth of the Bab, one of the twin co-founding Prophets of the Baha'i Faith. As an independent world religion, the Baha'i Faith holds preeminent the principles of the oneness of God, the oneness of religion and the oneness of humankind.
This open art exhibition in Rodney is one of the many diverse global celebrations of this historic occasion. The theme for this exhibition, reflecting a belief in oneness, is:
“Ko te kotahitanga te whakaaro / Expressions of Unity”
Those of you wishing to contribute to this exhibition have this theme as your brief. The selection panel looks forward to receiving your creative endeavours in expectation that our collective response will reflect the true diversity of our community.
For more information about the Bahai Faith: www.bahai.org.nz
21 October to 17 November 2019
The Baha’i community of Rodney is joining millions of people from around the world in commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Birth of the Bab, one of the twin co-founding Prophets of the Baha'i Faith. As an independent world religion, the Baha'i Faith holds preeminent the principles of the oneness of God, the oneness of religion and the oneness of humankind.
This open art exhibition in Rodney is one of the many diverse global celebrations of this historic occasion. The theme for this exhibition, reflecting a belief in oneness, is:
“Ko te kotahitanga te whakaaro / Expressions of Unity”
Those of you wishing to contribute to this exhibition have this theme as your brief. The selection panel looks forward to receiving your creative endeavours in expectation that our collective response will reflect the true diversity of our community.
For more information about the Bahai Faith: www.bahai.org.nz
“The Bird is on the Wing” by Deborah Martin and Paul Mason
Gallery Four
21 October to 17 November 2019
“The Bird is on the Wing” has been inspired by hours, weeks and months spent searching, sitting, observing and learning about the behaviour and habitat of NZ birds. Through photography and printmaking, Paul and Deborah strive to capture the personalities and stories from a wide range of NZ birds, many of which are beginning to thrive in predator free sanctuaries throughout NZ.
Deborah and Paul are based in Matakana Auckland. This is their first solo exhibition. They picked up photography together 4 years ago. About the same time, Deborah became a print maker. They have travelled around NZ ever since in search of subjects for inspirational bird photographs or prints. It may be a “coy” Sacred Kingfisher or an Australasian Gannet portrayed in an impressionist style. Whatever the creative process, the aim is for their images to stir up unexpected feelings and thoughts in the viewer.
Deborah and Paul’s greatest teachers have been the birds themselves. Their hearts and minds have been transformed by NZ native birds. Around their home they have undertaken extensive native bush rejuvenation and a trapping programme to reduce the numbers of possums and rats which are a serious threat to NZ native birds. Last autumn they were rewarded when a Kaka fed daily from a totara next to their deck.
“My artistry focuses on the beauty of things which are random. Wildlife operates within its own free will. The bird flies its own path.” Scott Bourne
21 October to 17 November 2019
“The Bird is on the Wing” has been inspired by hours, weeks and months spent searching, sitting, observing and learning about the behaviour and habitat of NZ birds. Through photography and printmaking, Paul and Deborah strive to capture the personalities and stories from a wide range of NZ birds, many of which are beginning to thrive in predator free sanctuaries throughout NZ.
Deborah and Paul are based in Matakana Auckland. This is their first solo exhibition. They picked up photography together 4 years ago. About the same time, Deborah became a print maker. They have travelled around NZ ever since in search of subjects for inspirational bird photographs or prints. It may be a “coy” Sacred Kingfisher or an Australasian Gannet portrayed in an impressionist style. Whatever the creative process, the aim is for their images to stir up unexpected feelings and thoughts in the viewer.
Deborah and Paul’s greatest teachers have been the birds themselves. Their hearts and minds have been transformed by NZ native birds. Around their home they have undertaken extensive native bush rejuvenation and a trapping programme to reduce the numbers of possums and rats which are a serious threat to NZ native birds. Last autumn they were rewarded when a Kaka fed daily from a totara next to their deck.
“My artistry focuses on the beauty of things which are random. Wildlife operates within its own free will. The bird flies its own path.” Scott Bourne
“Embrace” by Anna Molineux
Gallery Five (upstairs)
21 October to 10 November 2019
Anna Molineux originally from the UK is an exhibiting artist residing in Franklin. Anna works in a variety of mediums with a particular interest in paint, body art, sculpture and printmaking. Mainly inspired by body form, movement, the essence and energy of our being and always with a passion for colour, perspective and depth. Anna studied Interior Design in the UK in her early years and has won numerous awards in Art.
21 October to 10 November 2019
Anna Molineux originally from the UK is an exhibiting artist residing in Franklin. Anna works in a variety of mediums with a particular interest in paint, body art, sculpture and printmaking. Mainly inspired by body form, movement, the essence and energy of our being and always with a passion for colour, perspective and depth. Anna studied Interior Design in the UK in her early years and has won numerous awards in Art.
September / October Exhibitions 2019
"Boats and Birds" Sculpture by Michael Irwin
Gallery One
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
Michael has always had a love of boats and birds from his earliest memories. He loves the form and shape of both and how they can dip and soar through their respective environments. He has spent many hours from an early age tramping, climbing, sailing and swimming where he learnt to love and enjoy the unique coastal and mountain environments. Nothing is more enjoyable than cutting through the sea, with all sails set, with the birds soaring in the wind; or sitting on a mountain peak or surrounded by huge trees of our bush. Both the bush and the sea have been places of adventure and quietness that have inspired his sculpture. The stone used in the sculptures are Taranaki andesite (hard and grey) and Oamaru stone (white).
Michael has been a teacher and educator of art for over 50 years. He has organised whole school art events and assisted children and teachers to create their own special art works. He specialised in art at Hamilton Teachers’ College where he first began sculpturing.
The last 20 years of his employment was as a Senior Lecturer at Massey University, where he was a programme coordinator for teacher training and lectured in the Arts and how to teach and develop Creativity with children. He is a member of the Te Kupenga Stone Sculpture Society in New Plymouth, where he regular travels to carve stone. He has taught night classes in pottery and painting, and is a tutor at Estuary Arts Centre.
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
Michael has always had a love of boats and birds from his earliest memories. He loves the form and shape of both and how they can dip and soar through their respective environments. He has spent many hours from an early age tramping, climbing, sailing and swimming where he learnt to love and enjoy the unique coastal and mountain environments. Nothing is more enjoyable than cutting through the sea, with all sails set, with the birds soaring in the wind; or sitting on a mountain peak or surrounded by huge trees of our bush. Both the bush and the sea have been places of adventure and quietness that have inspired his sculpture. The stone used in the sculptures are Taranaki andesite (hard and grey) and Oamaru stone (white).
Michael has been a teacher and educator of art for over 50 years. He has organised whole school art events and assisted children and teachers to create their own special art works. He specialised in art at Hamilton Teachers’ College where he first began sculpturing.
The last 20 years of his employment was as a Senior Lecturer at Massey University, where he was a programme coordinator for teacher training and lectured in the Arts and how to teach and develop Creativity with children. He is a member of the Te Kupenga Stone Sculpture Society in New Plymouth, where he regular travels to carve stone. He has taught night classes in pottery and painting, and is a tutor at Estuary Arts Centre.
"Method in my Madness" by Carolyn Annand
Gallery One
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Thursday 26 September 6pm to 7.30pm
This exhibition represents a transitional phase in my creative journey, revealing a more contemporary expression alongside a familiar aesthetic.
The collective theme however, distinctly unifies this body of work.
Inspired by a long standing fascination with ‘old sayings’ and their meanings, each artwork denotes a single saying or phrase, which many will be familiar with. Researching this theme has provided an interesting and fun foundation for my exhibition and regardless of its origin; each piece is my light hearted take on these everyday adages.
Growing up inspired by creativity, it’s hard to say when Carolyn’s artistic journey began but, after many years as a professional hair stylist, her interest in painting was kick-started 17 years ago when she asked a friend to paint something for her 2year old daughter’s room.
Her friend motivated her to have a go herself and the paint has been flowing ever since.
It’s been an enjoyable journey through many styles and genres, countless classes and experiments, before Carolyn found her own unique style.
Working mainly in acrylic, Carolyn’s paintings ‘evolve’ during the creative process, and she never knows exactly what the final piece will look like.
With a love for colour, pattern and texture, abstract florals and little houses, Carolyn’s paintings consist of many layers developing a depth of complimentary hues. A semi-abstract result unfolds, with some familiar features and joyful bursts of colour.
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Thursday 26 September 6pm to 7.30pm
This exhibition represents a transitional phase in my creative journey, revealing a more contemporary expression alongside a familiar aesthetic.
The collective theme however, distinctly unifies this body of work.
Inspired by a long standing fascination with ‘old sayings’ and their meanings, each artwork denotes a single saying or phrase, which many will be familiar with. Researching this theme has provided an interesting and fun foundation for my exhibition and regardless of its origin; each piece is my light hearted take on these everyday adages.
Growing up inspired by creativity, it’s hard to say when Carolyn’s artistic journey began but, after many years as a professional hair stylist, her interest in painting was kick-started 17 years ago when she asked a friend to paint something for her 2year old daughter’s room.
Her friend motivated her to have a go herself and the paint has been flowing ever since.
It’s been an enjoyable journey through many styles and genres, countless classes and experiments, before Carolyn found her own unique style.
Working mainly in acrylic, Carolyn’s paintings ‘evolve’ during the creative process, and she never knows exactly what the final piece will look like.
With a love for colour, pattern and texture, abstract florals and little houses, Carolyn’s paintings consist of many layers developing a depth of complimentary hues. A semi-abstract result unfolds, with some familiar features and joyful bursts of colour.
"Larger Space" by David Underwood
Landscape and Abstract. Whimsical to Real. Acrylic and Watercolour.
Gallery Two
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
Born in England, David now lives on the North Shore. Trained as an astrophysicist at London and Leicester Universities, David has worked as a physics teacher for many years in the Middle East, Australia, the UK and New Zealand.
He began painting seriously in acrylics several years ago and has exhibited in galleries in Scotland and New Zealand. David's paintings are inspired by his interests in science and his work stretches from realism, through whimsical to surreal reflection. His work often suggests a story behind the image on the canvas, and his landscapes are inspired by the imaginary extensions of the real world.
David has exhibited in Scotland at the Seagull Gallery, Castle gallery and 18-East Gallery, and in Auckland at Lakehouse and Northart gallaries as well as Estuary Arts Centre.
Gallery Two
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
Born in England, David now lives on the North Shore. Trained as an astrophysicist at London and Leicester Universities, David has worked as a physics teacher for many years in the Middle East, Australia, the UK and New Zealand.
He began painting seriously in acrylics several years ago and has exhibited in galleries in Scotland and New Zealand. David's paintings are inspired by his interests in science and his work stretches from realism, through whimsical to surreal reflection. His work often suggests a story behind the image on the canvas, and his landscapes are inspired by the imaginary extensions of the real world.
David has exhibited in Scotland at the Seagull Gallery, Castle gallery and 18-East Gallery, and in Auckland at Lakehouse and Northart gallaries as well as Estuary Arts Centre.
3 Friends - Jill Bryce, Helen Flashman and Pauline Trotter
3 Friends - Painting, Ceramics and Stained Glass
Gallery Three
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
Three Friends Jill Bryce, Helen Flashman and Pauline Trotter have over 50 years art experience. The 3 friends met in recent years at Pottery Courses run by Estuary Arts and found a common bond with their Arty Farty personalities.
Jill’s Abstract Art, and funky ceramics pieces compliment
Helen’s very bright, vibrant paintings and textured bowls mix which compliment
Pauline’s delicate Ladies on Driftwood, Stained Glass Figures and Elaborate Masks
Gallery Three
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
Three Friends Jill Bryce, Helen Flashman and Pauline Trotter have over 50 years art experience. The 3 friends met in recent years at Pottery Courses run by Estuary Arts and found a common bond with their Arty Farty personalities.
Jill’s Abstract Art, and funky ceramics pieces compliment
Helen’s very bright, vibrant paintings and textured bowls mix which compliment
Pauline’s delicate Ladies on Driftwood, Stained Glass Figures and Elaborate Masks
"A Coastal Garden" by Catherine Mitchell
Gallery Four
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
Living locally on the Hibiscus Coast for the last 30 years I am living in my kind of paradise. Where ever I look there is a beach and not far from the beach are the coastal gardens that I love. With a touch of tropical colour, its like being on holiday all year round.
I have been painting for the last 25 years but have come from a creative background so have always loved to experiment with colour and texture. I favour acrylics but will add mediums to get the effects I want.
Two years ago I retired from a busy administration career and have been able to create my own coastal garden in our backyard as well as on canvas in my studio.
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
Living locally on the Hibiscus Coast for the last 30 years I am living in my kind of paradise. Where ever I look there is a beach and not far from the beach are the coastal gardens that I love. With a touch of tropical colour, its like being on holiday all year round.
I have been painting for the last 25 years but have come from a creative background so have always loved to experiment with colour and texture. I favour acrylics but will add mediums to get the effects I want.
Two years ago I retired from a busy administration career and have been able to create my own coastal garden in our backyard as well as on canvas in my studio.
"Fire and Clay" student exhibition
Gallery Five (upstairs)
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
View the variety and range of ceramic ware and sculptural hand-built pieces that our students have created in class this year.
24 September to 20 October 2019
Opening function Saturday 28 September 3pm to 5pm
View the variety and range of ceramic ware and sculptural hand-built pieces that our students have created in class this year.
September Exhibitions 2019
"The Embroiderers' Art" Regional exhibition
ANZEG: (Association of New Zealand Embroiderers' Guild) Northern North Island Region
Gallery one, two and three
05 to 22 September 2019
Opening Function Saturday 07 Sept 3.30pm to 5pm
The association of New Zealand Embroiderers' Guild Inc bring this regional award exhibition featuring embroidery and textile art from ten participating guilds ranging from Coromandel to Doubtless Bay. Members artwork has been produced within the last two years.
Categories include:
Gallery one, two and three
05 to 22 September 2019
Opening Function Saturday 07 Sept 3.30pm to 5pm
The association of New Zealand Embroiderers' Guild Inc bring this regional award exhibition featuring embroidery and textile art from ten participating guilds ranging from Coromandel to Doubtless Bay. Members artwork has been produced within the last two years.
Categories include:
- "The Praise of the Needle": General work can be entered from class work, kits or published patterns.
- "The Dorothy Clarke Traditional Award": Any traditional embroidery of the entrants own design.
- "Shifting Boundaries": Original work based on this theme.
- Extensions "No Fences": Open to Extensions members of the Northern North Island Region - own design based on the theme.
"The Overwintering Project"
05 to 22 September 2019
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
The overwintering project originated with Kate Gorringe-Smith in Australia in 2017 and will run over 2019 and for the next 2 years. It is an invitation to print artists from both Australia and New Zealand to visit, research and respond to the unique nature of their local migratory bird habitat, to raise awareness of the intrinsic value of these habitats and their importance as major destinations for migratory shorebirds as they spend the greatest single part of their migratory cycle on our shores Sept/Oct – April/May.
Hibiscus Coast artists have been encouraged to make a study of their local migratory bird habitats, the flora and other native fauna, and ways in which surrounding industry or housing development is impacting on the habitat. Many artists saw this as an opportunity to research non bird species. Eels have been one such study. Mangroves in the Orewa estuary have been the subject of local controversy and change so have become another focus for artists as has the invasive nature of weeds in areas of native forest.
Taking part are printmakers: Val Cuthbert, Kerry Cleverdon, Vivien Davimes, Merryl Houghton, Nichola Holmes, Kim Ingram and Bev Head. Six embroiderers from a group organised by Joan Hamilton are involved and there will be work from installation artists Ursula Christel and Sue Hill. Photographer Deborah Martin is also taking part.
Hibiscus Coast artists have been encouraged to make a study of their local migratory bird habitats, the flora and other native fauna, and ways in which surrounding industry or housing development is impacting on the habitat. Many artists saw this as an opportunity to research non bird species. Eels have been one such study. Mangroves in the Orewa estuary have been the subject of local controversy and change so have become another focus for artists as has the invasive nature of weeds in areas of native forest.
Taking part are printmakers: Val Cuthbert, Kerry Cleverdon, Vivien Davimes, Merryl Houghton, Nichola Holmes, Kim Ingram and Bev Head. Six embroiderers from a group organised by Joan Hamilton are involved and there will be work from installation artists Ursula Christel and Sue Hill. Photographer Deborah Martin is also taking part.
"In the Flesh" Student Figurative Drawing Exhibition
Gallery Five (upstairs)
05 to 22 September 2019
View the Life Drawing Students work under the expert guidance of tutor Nell Nutsford. Artists include Charles Anderson, Amanda Morton, Kaye Martin, Ingrid Boot, Rosa Gaete, Nicky Rensen, Kim Ingram, Diane Taylor, Robbie Parish, Sam Cranston, Talia Russell, Phillip Crow, Annemarie McCambridge, Mi Young, Lee Eun Ju.
05 to 22 September 2019
View the Life Drawing Students work under the expert guidance of tutor Nell Nutsford. Artists include Charles Anderson, Amanda Morton, Kaye Martin, Ingrid Boot, Rosa Gaete, Nicky Rensen, Kim Ingram, Diane Taylor, Robbie Parish, Sam Cranston, Talia Russell, Phillip Crow, Annemarie McCambridge, Mi Young, Lee Eun Ju.
August Exhibitions 2019
The Annual Estuary Arts Members Merit Awards
Group exhibition
All Galleries
02 August to 01 September 2019
Award evening Friday 02 August 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.
Guest Judge: Amber Emm
Premier Award: Fioina Ehn "Cruising on my Vespa"
Merit: Michelle Gladwell "Perfect Unfolding"
Merit: Elizabeth Dickie "Brooke"
Merit: Jill Bryce "Estuary Abstract"
Merit: Vivienne Davimes "Bounty"
Merit: Debbie Reynolds "Loyal"
Merit: Lindsay Butler "Blue Coral"
Merit: Claire Fairweather "Inspiration
Merit: Ulimj Glamuzina "Anna"
Student: Dianne Taylor "Nibble"
July Exhibitions 2019
"By My Side" group exhibition
Gallery One, Two, Three and Four
03 to 28 July 2019
Using art and storytelling to celebrate the unique relationship between humans and animals.
Throughout history humans have bonded in exceptional ways with animals both large and small. Many people rely on their animals to be their ears, their voice or their eyes, assisting with basic tasks. Animals are fascinating to watch as they demonstrate their unique characters and can amuse us with their antics for hours. Estuary Arts Centre’s aim is to raise awareness for the tireless work that animals do by way of supporting charities such as RDA (Hibiscus Riding for the Disabled), SPCA, and Animal Rescue Groups.
Artists include: Gordon Pembridge, Cally Whitham, Jeff Thomson, Anne Cowell, Olivia Bezett, Carolyn Annand, Patricia Hollis, Bev Head, Kim Ingram, Val Cuthbert, Pam Atkinson, Debbie Martin, Jill Guillemin, Jill Bryce, Helen Blomfield, Gail Smith, Rosa Gaete, Melissa Bell, Helen Flashman, Fiona Tunnicliffe, Laura Layton, Maureen Gresty, Diane Taylor, Zirvana Pauling, Anna Khomko and more...
03 to 28 July 2019
Using art and storytelling to celebrate the unique relationship between humans and animals.
Throughout history humans have bonded in exceptional ways with animals both large and small. Many people rely on their animals to be their ears, their voice or their eyes, assisting with basic tasks. Animals are fascinating to watch as they demonstrate their unique characters and can amuse us with their antics for hours. Estuary Arts Centre’s aim is to raise awareness for the tireless work that animals do by way of supporting charities such as RDA (Hibiscus Riding for the Disabled), SPCA, and Animal Rescue Groups.
Artists include: Gordon Pembridge, Cally Whitham, Jeff Thomson, Anne Cowell, Olivia Bezett, Carolyn Annand, Patricia Hollis, Bev Head, Kim Ingram, Val Cuthbert, Pam Atkinson, Debbie Martin, Jill Guillemin, Jill Bryce, Helen Blomfield, Gail Smith, Rosa Gaete, Melissa Bell, Helen Flashman, Fiona Tunnicliffe, Laura Layton, Maureen Gresty, Diane Taylor, Zirvana Pauling, Anna Khomko and more...
Family Fun Open Day
Free Family Fun open day: Saturday 13 July 10am to 3pm
A free fun family day event held at Estuary Arts Centre. Celebrate our unique relationship with the animals in our lives. Art and craft stalls, with treats for our pets, snuggly jumpers and cozy blankies. Little Bo Peeps mobile farm will be on site with ponies, chooks, alpacas, lambs and more. View the Exhibition "By my side" featuring a range of artworks by local and national artists, painting, ceramics, sculpture and mosaics.
A free fun family day event held at Estuary Arts Centre. Celebrate our unique relationship with the animals in our lives. Art and craft stalls, with treats for our pets, snuggly jumpers and cozy blankies. Little Bo Peeps mobile farm will be on site with ponies, chooks, alpacas, lambs and more. View the Exhibition "By my side" featuring a range of artworks by local and national artists, painting, ceramics, sculpture and mosaics.
June Exhibitions 2019
"Studio Printmaker's Showcase" group exhibition
Gallery One
06 to 30 June
Fifteen members of the Studio Printmakers Collective will be exhibiting in June at Estuary Arts Centre. This is their second Showcase, following on from last year's most successful exhibition at Orewa. It includes two of the original printmakers who were instrumental in starting the Studio in 1990, Pat Grove-Hills and Julienne Francis. The aim now, as it was then, is to provide a working studio with presses and all necessary materials where printmakers can not only work but gather to exchange ideas, hold workshops, organise exhibitions and meet visiting local and international printmakers and tutors.
Studio Printmakers are based in the Lake House Art Centre complex at Takapuna, Fred Thomas Drive, in an army barracks building moved from the historic site of Fort Cautley and refurbished to suit the printmakers' needs.
Other members exhibiting are:
Susan Hurrell-Fields, Donna Dold, Ian Halliday, Diana Coleman, Val Cuthbert, Carolyn Shaw, Vivien Davimes, Lisz Bodsworth, Gillian Clark, Lianne Timlin, Elle Anderson, Sally Kim and Janmarie Thompson.
06 to 30 June
Fifteen members of the Studio Printmakers Collective will be exhibiting in June at Estuary Arts Centre. This is their second Showcase, following on from last year's most successful exhibition at Orewa. It includes two of the original printmakers who were instrumental in starting the Studio in 1990, Pat Grove-Hills and Julienne Francis. The aim now, as it was then, is to provide a working studio with presses and all necessary materials where printmakers can not only work but gather to exchange ideas, hold workshops, organise exhibitions and meet visiting local and international printmakers and tutors.
Studio Printmakers are based in the Lake House Art Centre complex at Takapuna, Fred Thomas Drive, in an army barracks building moved from the historic site of Fort Cautley and refurbished to suit the printmakers' needs.
Other members exhibiting are:
Susan Hurrell-Fields, Donna Dold, Ian Halliday, Diana Coleman, Val Cuthbert, Carolyn Shaw, Vivien Davimes, Lisz Bodsworth, Gillian Clark, Lianne Timlin, Elle Anderson, Sally Kim and Janmarie Thompson.
"My Willow" by Dana Dadi
Gallery Two
04 to 30 June 2019
Opening function Saturday 08 June, 3pm to 5pm
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 Master of Painting. She has been lecturing in Photography Painting and Graphic Design for the past 8 years. She managed several research projects and wrote a number of articles on cultural aspects of the role of modern design in Shiraz. Her painting bring a variety of discipline of art to interpret Persian poets of the 12th Century.
Living in different countries has influenced her work. Since immigrating to New Zealand, art created by Dana has been based on Symbolism and imaginative art work that challenges the viewer to spend more time to gauge all of its meaning. The artist uses a richness of symbols, clear outlines and sharp colours to illustrate a magical world.
04 to 30 June 2019
Opening function Saturday 08 June, 3pm to 5pm
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 Master of Painting. She has been lecturing in Photography Painting and Graphic Design for the past 8 years. She managed several research projects and wrote a number of articles on cultural aspects of the role of modern design in Shiraz. Her painting bring a variety of discipline of art to interpret Persian poets of the 12th Century.
Living in different countries has influenced her work. Since immigrating to New Zealand, art created by Dana has been based on Symbolism and imaginative art work that challenges the viewer to spend more time to gauge all of its meaning. The artist uses a richness of symbols, clear outlines and sharp colours to illustrate a magical world.
"The Birds and the Beasts" by Melissa Bell
Gallery Three
04 to 30 June 2019
Opening function Saturday 08 June, 3pm to 5pm
Inspired by the beauty and grace of birds and beasts.
I have been a local resident of Puhoi for almost eight years. I originally learnt to paint with oils during my A Level Art Painting course at school in Sussex in the UK. I had not painted since until early retirement from corporate life gave me the time to take up an art again – a gap of over forty years. In 2017, I took my first class at Estuary Art Centre in Orewa, reawakening my love of painting, now with acrylic paints. Earlier this year, I was fortunate to be awarded the Estuary Arts Centre Student Merit Award for my Garden Tui painting in acrylics. I have subsequently sold numerous artworks and completed a number of commissions.
My paintings are predominantly inspired by nature and I enjoy capturing as much detail as I can to obtain a realistic life-like result.
Award:
2018 Estuary Arts Student Merit Award
04 to 30 June 2019
Opening function Saturday 08 June, 3pm to 5pm
Inspired by the beauty and grace of birds and beasts.
I have been a local resident of Puhoi for almost eight years. I originally learnt to paint with oils during my A Level Art Painting course at school in Sussex in the UK. I had not painted since until early retirement from corporate life gave me the time to take up an art again – a gap of over forty years. In 2017, I took my first class at Estuary Art Centre in Orewa, reawakening my love of painting, now with acrylic paints. Earlier this year, I was fortunate to be awarded the Estuary Arts Centre Student Merit Award for my Garden Tui painting in acrylics. I have subsequently sold numerous artworks and completed a number of commissions.
My paintings are predominantly inspired by nature and I enjoy capturing as much detail as I can to obtain a realistic life-like result.
Award:
2018 Estuary Arts Student Merit Award
"Summer" by Malcolm Macaskill
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
04 to 24 June 2019
Opening function Saturday 08 June, 3pm to 5pm
Malcolm began painting acrylics on canvas many years ago but for the past ten years he has concentrated on watercolours.
" For this exhibition I have painted a few acrylic “fun seascapes” inspired by the long wonderful summer we have had this year. Being my major focus I’ve put together some watercolours, and also included a small collection of pottery - Bowls, oven dishes, wine jugs"
04 to 24 June 2019
Opening function Saturday 08 June, 3pm to 5pm
Malcolm began painting acrylics on canvas many years ago but for the past ten years he has concentrated on watercolours.
" For this exhibition I have painted a few acrylic “fun seascapes” inspired by the long wonderful summer we have had this year. Being my major focus I’ve put together some watercolours, and also included a small collection of pottery - Bowls, oven dishes, wine jugs"
"LIQUID" Contemporary painting by Michelle Chapman
Gallery Five and Cafe area (Upstairs)
04 to 30 June 2019
Opening function Saturday 08 June, 3pm to 5pm
My art is primarily about colour – it is my starting point always. The paint lends itself to its own form and I especially like its liquid potential. I like the play of obscured light on form and have developed this into my new abstracts.
Michelle holds a Degree in Art History and studied at Whitcliffe School of Arts in Auckland. She has been a full time Artist since 2006 and has held many Exhibitions in New Zealand. Her paintings have been sold in USA and UK as well as New Zealand.
04 to 30 June 2019
Opening function Saturday 08 June, 3pm to 5pm
My art is primarily about colour – it is my starting point always. The paint lends itself to its own form and I especially like its liquid potential. I like the play of obscured light on form and have developed this into my new abstracts.
Michelle holds a Degree in Art History and studied at Whitcliffe School of Arts in Auckland. She has been a full time Artist since 2006 and has held many Exhibitions in New Zealand. Her paintings have been sold in USA and UK as well as New Zealand.
May Exhibitions 2019
"Celebrating 25 years in Travel" by Joanne Saunderson
Gallery One
06 to 26 May 2019
Travel is a passion and my job, over the years I have worked with some incredible boutique companies and had the opportunity to travel to over 50 countries often more than once. This exhibition is a celebration of some of this travel. I have also had a the pleasure and privilege of escorting trips around the world - more recently with my own special interests in mind. I have a love of photography, stitching, ukulele playing and walking in extraordinary places around the world.
So please come and enjoy my photo's and the talks that I will be offering though out the exhibition
06 to 26 May 2019
Travel is a passion and my job, over the years I have worked with some incredible boutique companies and had the opportunity to travel to over 50 countries often more than once. This exhibition is a celebration of some of this travel. I have also had a the pleasure and privilege of escorting trips around the world - more recently with my own special interests in mind. I have a love of photography, stitching, ukulele playing and walking in extraordinary places around the world.
So please come and enjoy my photo's and the talks that I will be offering though out the exhibition
"Beyond the Pale" by Pam de Frere
Gallery Two
06 to 26 May 2019
Pam de Frere was born in Hastings. Growing up in an orchard provided an ideal playground among trees, birds and open spaces for Pam's creativity to flourish. When Pam was twelve years old her parents encouraged her artist abilities by building her a dark room, as from an early age texture, colour and the play of light intrigued and fascinated her.
During Pam's initial career in teaching she managed to bring both art and music to the forefront in the classroom. Later, following her passion she gained a diploma in photography from Whitecliffe Art School, learnt the art of calligraphy and attended many courses on book arts which qualifies her well to exhibit her work, conduct workshops and pass on her amazing passion and skills.Pam now lives in Auckland (forgive her for that!) and as you share her love of this beautiful country we live in, enjoy this showcase of her diverse talents.
This, my very first exhibition, has already pushed beyond my own self-imposed “Pale”. Beyond what I thought I could do. Beyond my own perception of my abilities. Beyond my knowledge. Beyond my limits.
It shoved me, often kicking and screaming, into experimenting, playing and letting go of all the limiting self-talk that had done a great job of immobilising me. So here now is the result of six amazing months of attention, amazement, learning and joy.
My love of fabric, book making, stitching and nature has combined in fascinating ways to show) me that the more I played, the more the ideas flowed and therefore the more I believed in myself. Now I find I have a number of different projects underway at any given time, which come together step by step in a very organic process. I love the process of my creativity, allowing the work to grow in small steps until I make a decision to stop. Awe inspiring and pure magic.
06 to 26 May 2019
Pam de Frere was born in Hastings. Growing up in an orchard provided an ideal playground among trees, birds and open spaces for Pam's creativity to flourish. When Pam was twelve years old her parents encouraged her artist abilities by building her a dark room, as from an early age texture, colour and the play of light intrigued and fascinated her.
During Pam's initial career in teaching she managed to bring both art and music to the forefront in the classroom. Later, following her passion she gained a diploma in photography from Whitecliffe Art School, learnt the art of calligraphy and attended many courses on book arts which qualifies her well to exhibit her work, conduct workshops and pass on her amazing passion and skills.Pam now lives in Auckland (forgive her for that!) and as you share her love of this beautiful country we live in, enjoy this showcase of her diverse talents.
This, my very first exhibition, has already pushed beyond my own self-imposed “Pale”. Beyond what I thought I could do. Beyond my own perception of my abilities. Beyond my knowledge. Beyond my limits.
It shoved me, often kicking and screaming, into experimenting, playing and letting go of all the limiting self-talk that had done a great job of immobilising me. So here now is the result of six amazing months of attention, amazement, learning and joy.
My love of fabric, book making, stitching and nature has combined in fascinating ways to show) me that the more I played, the more the ideas flowed and therefore the more I believed in myself. Now I find I have a number of different projects underway at any given time, which come together step by step in a very organic process. I love the process of my creativity, allowing the work to grow in small steps until I make a decision to stop. Awe inspiring and pure magic.
"The first sighting of Venus, Mars, Neptune and Pluto" by Diana Wall
Gallery Three and Cafe
06 to 26 May 2019
06 to 26 May 2019
"The Hibiscus Coast Printmakers 2019" group exhibition
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
06 to 26 May 2019
10 local printmakers are contributing to this exhibition: Bev Head, Nichola Holmes, Deborah Martin, Lianne Timlin, Matt Turner, Kim Ingram, Greata Anderson, Wendy Vollmer and Val Cuthbert.
It encompasses a wide variety of techniques and styles from monoprint to lino cut, cyanotype to mixed media, abstract to realism. It includes the work of experienced printmakers and beginners alike.
Left image - Matt Turner "Les Fleurs de Malfi", lino cut
Middle - Nichola Holmes "Horse", monoprint
Right - Val Cuthbert "Leaves in Winter", polysol print
06 to 26 May 2019
10 local printmakers are contributing to this exhibition: Bev Head, Nichola Holmes, Deborah Martin, Lianne Timlin, Matt Turner, Kim Ingram, Greata Anderson, Wendy Vollmer and Val Cuthbert.
It encompasses a wide variety of techniques and styles from monoprint to lino cut, cyanotype to mixed media, abstract to realism. It includes the work of experienced printmakers and beginners alike.
Left image - Matt Turner "Les Fleurs de Malfi", lino cut
Middle - Nichola Holmes "Horse", monoprint
Right - Val Cuthbert "Leaves in Winter", polysol print
"Positive Negative" by Ruth Sumner
Gallery Five
06 to 26 May 2019
Opening function Saturday 11 May 3pm to 5pm
Ruth Sumner was born and raised in Otahuhu, South Auckland and the colour that infuses her work is indicative of the Pacific culture that permeated her childhood and teens. Sumner works in oils, acrylics and spray paint to create her paintings and prints.
This series of works are a reflection of the native forest that surrounds her home and within which she finds solace during the intense heat each summer. These works are also a statement about the fragility of our native ecosystem and have all been made using the negative space around the foliage to form the images, they are a reflection of what could be left behind and what we would no longer see if the forests were destroyed.
06 to 26 May 2019
Opening function Saturday 11 May 3pm to 5pm
Ruth Sumner was born and raised in Otahuhu, South Auckland and the colour that infuses her work is indicative of the Pacific culture that permeated her childhood and teens. Sumner works in oils, acrylics and spray paint to create her paintings and prints.
This series of works are a reflection of the native forest that surrounds her home and within which she finds solace during the intense heat each summer. These works are also a statement about the fragility of our native ecosystem and have all been made using the negative space around the foliage to form the images, they are a reflection of what could be left behind and what we would no longer see if the forests were destroyed.
“The Spirit of Budō” The History of Japan's Martial Arts
Galleries One to Four
12 April to 05 May 2019
Opening function Saturday 13 April 10.30am to 3pm featuring live Martial Arts Demonstrations and Taiko performance
Estuary Arts Centre is honoured to have been selected to showcase the Japanese travelling Exhibition, “The Spirit of Budō”
The exhibition consists of two parts:
The Japan Foundation
Consulate-General of Japan in Auckland.
12 April to 05 May 2019
Opening function Saturday 13 April 10.30am to 3pm featuring live Martial Arts Demonstrations and Taiko performance
Estuary Arts Centre is honoured to have been selected to showcase the Japanese travelling Exhibition, “The Spirit of Budō”
The exhibition consists of two parts:
- The first part includes a selection of reproductions and originals of historical weapons such as bow and arrows, suits of armour and helmets are on display and the development and changes of Japanese martial arts from 8th Century to 19th Century are explained. Many of the ancient types of armour and weapons have not survived to present day or are too fragile to transport, that is why reproductions have been included in the display.
- The second part deals with the reorganisation of bujutsu to Budō in the 19th and 20th centuries and how the spirit of martial arts is still inherent in the daily life of Japanese people. Nine Budō associations are also introduced and the clothes and implements such as bamboo swords, protectors, bows and arrows which are used by players and students in present day can also be seen.
The Japan Foundation
Consulate-General of Japan in Auckland.
“Kama-Yaki” 窯焼き (Kiln fired) Ceramic セラミックGroup Exhibition
Gallery Five
12 April to 05 May 2019
View a range of local ceramic artists work as part of our "Spirit of Japan" Month (April 2019). Marilyn Wheeler, Margaret Sumich, Rick Urban, Roy Burgoyne, Kim Boyd and Helen Flashman.
“Kama-Yaki” 窯焼き means Kiln fired. We are very lucky to have on loan a private collection of Sumida Gawa Japanese ceramics. This distinct type of ceramic ware derived its name from the Sumida River running near the Asakusa pottery district near Tokyo. It was near the banks of this river it was first made. The Japanese word for river is gawa, hence the name Sumidagawa. In 1924 Inuoue Ryosai III (1888-1971) moved the manufacturing site to Yokohama Sumida pottery was created specifically for export between the late 1800s and the 1920s. The production continues today. It is usually heavy and covered with figures in relief. Most pieces are everyday objects such as tea pots, vases, and mugs.
12 April to 05 May 2019
View a range of local ceramic artists work as part of our "Spirit of Japan" Month (April 2019). Marilyn Wheeler, Margaret Sumich, Rick Urban, Roy Burgoyne, Kim Boyd and Helen Flashman.
“Kama-Yaki” 窯焼き means Kiln fired. We are very lucky to have on loan a private collection of Sumida Gawa Japanese ceramics. This distinct type of ceramic ware derived its name from the Sumida River running near the Asakusa pottery district near Tokyo. It was near the banks of this river it was first made. The Japanese word for river is gawa, hence the name Sumidagawa. In 1924 Inuoue Ryosai III (1888-1971) moved the manufacturing site to Yokohama Sumida pottery was created specifically for export between the late 1800s and the 1920s. The production continues today. It is usually heavy and covered with figures in relief. Most pieces are everyday objects such as tea pots, vases, and mugs.
"Summer Play" Jane Walsh
Winner of the Emerging Artist Award at the Hibiscus and Bays Art Awards 2018
Gallery One
12 March to 07 April 2019
Opening function Saturday 16 March from 3pm to 5pm
Jane Walsh is originally from Wellington but has called Auckland’s North Shore home for the last 30 years. She can be found at the beach most mornings walking her badly behaved golden retriever. She is a former commercial lawyer who these days prefers exploring her creative side. She paints predominantly with acrylics and started painting abstracts as an antidote to an A type personality! While she is drawn to bold colour and contrast, she enjoys using swathes of neutral colour to slow down the movement in her paintings.
I love our kiwi summers. To me it means the beach and the water. Because New Zealand's light is so uniquely bright, the blues always appear bluer at this time of year, the greens greener. Against the backdrop of our brilliant blue skies, I've tried to capture the essence of kiwi kids at play over summer - in, around and over the water! The paintings are based on images taken with my camera as I trailed my long suffering kids and their friends. At the same time, I've been enjoying exploring more abstract painting, which allows me to be freer with my brushstrokes, while still embracing light and brightness in my choice of bold colours and application.
I hope you enjoy these two interpretations of summer play.
Gallery One
12 March to 07 April 2019
Opening function Saturday 16 March from 3pm to 5pm
Jane Walsh is originally from Wellington but has called Auckland’s North Shore home for the last 30 years. She can be found at the beach most mornings walking her badly behaved golden retriever. She is a former commercial lawyer who these days prefers exploring her creative side. She paints predominantly with acrylics and started painting abstracts as an antidote to an A type personality! While she is drawn to bold colour and contrast, she enjoys using swathes of neutral colour to slow down the movement in her paintings.
I love our kiwi summers. To me it means the beach and the water. Because New Zealand's light is so uniquely bright, the blues always appear bluer at this time of year, the greens greener. Against the backdrop of our brilliant blue skies, I've tried to capture the essence of kiwi kids at play over summer - in, around and over the water! The paintings are based on images taken with my camera as I trailed my long suffering kids and their friends. At the same time, I've been enjoying exploring more abstract painting, which allows me to be freer with my brushstrokes, while still embracing light and brightness in my choice of bold colours and application.
I hope you enjoy these two interpretations of summer play.
"Smash, Break, Create” Mosaic Student Exhibition
Gallery Three
12 March to 07 April 2019
A group exhibition featuring the successful mosaics of this vibrant and established art group under the tuition of Jo Luker who "smash, break, recycle and create". They use very innovative methods to create something new from what would ordinarily been thrown away into a skip. Bright, bold and functional.
12 March to 07 April 2019
A group exhibition featuring the successful mosaics of this vibrant and established art group under the tuition of Jo Luker who "smash, break, recycle and create". They use very innovative methods to create something new from what would ordinarily been thrown away into a skip. Bright, bold and functional.
"Environmental Photo Art" Orewa College Year 7's
G5: Gallery Five (upstairs
12 March to 07 April 2019
Land art or earth art is art that is made directly in the landscape, sculpting the land itself into earthworks or making structures in the landscape using natural materials such as rocks or twigs. The Orewa College Year 7's did just that during their LEOTC Week (Learning Experiences Outside the Classroom). View over 60 photographs which explore our natural environment on Orewa Beach and the Te Ara Ta Huna Cycleway to create impermanent environmental artworks and sculpture.
12 March to 07 April 2019
Land art or earth art is art that is made directly in the landscape, sculpting the land itself into earthworks or making structures in the landscape using natural materials such as rocks or twigs. The Orewa College Year 7's did just that during their LEOTC Week (Learning Experiences Outside the Classroom). View over 60 photographs which explore our natural environment on Orewa Beach and the Te Ara Ta Huna Cycleway to create impermanent environmental artworks and sculpture.
"Abstract Exploration" Wilson Owen
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
12 March to 07 April 2019
An exhibition of abstract paintings by emerging Gulf Harbour artist Wilson Owen.
"The more I paint, the more I grow in confidence.
Standing in front of a canvas, I start each painting with no great plan, disappearing into a magical world and allowing my sub-conscious to trigger my impulses. My passion for colour, shape and texture is evident in my paintings.
I have seen a lot of ego-laced hot air in artist statements, and at this early stage of my painting career would prefer to allow my painting to do the talking. As an early stage painter (under 4 years) I am still producing a wide range of styles as I explore the abstract palette."
12 March to 07 April 2019
An exhibition of abstract paintings by emerging Gulf Harbour artist Wilson Owen.
"The more I paint, the more I grow in confidence.
Standing in front of a canvas, I start each painting with no great plan, disappearing into a magical world and allowing my sub-conscious to trigger my impulses. My passion for colour, shape and texture is evident in my paintings.
I have seen a lot of ego-laced hot air in artist statements, and at this early stage of my painting career would prefer to allow my painting to do the talking. As an early stage painter (under 4 years) I am still producing a wide range of styles as I explore the abstract palette."
"The Friday Painters club" Group Exhibition
G2: Gallery Two
12 March to 07 April 2019
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
Maureen Gresty - Oils and Porcelain Painting
Heather Smyth - Acrylics
Sabina Gilberg - Acrylics
12 March to 07 April 2019
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
Maureen Gresty - Oils and Porcelain Painting
Heather Smyth - Acrylics
Sabina Gilberg - Acrylics
"Going Organic" by Sylvie Joyce
Cafe walls
12 March to 07 April 2019
About the artist:
Born and raised in France, Sylvie moved to the UK in her early twenties but it’s only upon landing in New Zealand 8 years ago that she started painting. As a self-taught artist, she is always experimenting. Her influences are varied as she admires all styles of paintings and expression but her own personal preference is leaning towards the abstract.
About the Exhibition: “Going Organic”
Step out of the front door and experience the world outside, breathe in, breathe out.
Going Organic is a collection of the joy of giving yourself the space to reconnect with nature, be calm and appreciative of the landscapes we are privy to.
It’s about the joy of walking through a beautiful garden, looking at a flower, coming face to face with the locals or letting your energy spread in the open spaces. It’s about being thankful for the freedom to just be. It’s about reconnecting with the world.
12 March to 07 April 2019
About the artist:
Born and raised in France, Sylvie moved to the UK in her early twenties but it’s only upon landing in New Zealand 8 years ago that she started painting. As a self-taught artist, she is always experimenting. Her influences are varied as she admires all styles of paintings and expression but her own personal preference is leaning towards the abstract.
About the Exhibition: “Going Organic”
Step out of the front door and experience the world outside, breathe in, breathe out.
Going Organic is a collection of the joy of giving yourself the space to reconnect with nature, be calm and appreciative of the landscapes we are privy to.
It’s about the joy of walking through a beautiful garden, looking at a flower, coming face to face with the locals or letting your energy spread in the open spaces. It’s about being thankful for the freedom to just be. It’s about reconnecting with the world.
"The Art of Teaching" Tutor and Staff showcase
Gallery One
18 February to 10 March 2019
View the work of the talented staff and tutors who work hard to deliver creative and accessible art classes and opportunities for all members of our community. From printmaking, encaustic, to painting, drawing and ceramics.
Tutors: Di Toi, Marilyn Wheeler, Jo Bain, Bev Head, Val Cuthbert, Jude Howker, Eion Bryant, Shawn Vernon, Brenda Dreyer, Karen Williamson, Catherine Mitchell, Pauline Smith, Ginette Wang, Maureen van Dam, Jo Luker, Nell Nutsford, Sam Moore, Jane Zimmermann, Gregory James and Sue MacDougall
Staff: Kim Boyd, Pam Atkinson and Melissa Bell
18 February to 10 March 2019
View the work of the talented staff and tutors who work hard to deliver creative and accessible art classes and opportunities for all members of our community. From printmaking, encaustic, to painting, drawing and ceramics.
Tutors: Di Toi, Marilyn Wheeler, Jo Bain, Bev Head, Val Cuthbert, Jude Howker, Eion Bryant, Shawn Vernon, Brenda Dreyer, Karen Williamson, Catherine Mitchell, Pauline Smith, Ginette Wang, Maureen van Dam, Jo Luker, Nell Nutsford, Sam Moore, Jane Zimmermann, Gregory James and Sue MacDougall
Staff: Kim Boyd, Pam Atkinson and Melissa Bell
"Colouring Life" Mapura Creative ART group
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
19 February to 10 March 2019
The body of this exhibition was created last year from participants in a class called "creative living for health and well being". In the class we use creative processes to make sense of and support the healing of trauma, life impacting experiences such as stroke, grief and depression. People work together sharing experiences in a supportive and relaxed environment in a room pregnant with laughter and occasionally tears.
Artists explored printmaking, drawing, painting and sculptural processes, working inside a structured program initially. As the year progressed each artist developed an independent subject choice and preferred methodology.
The work in this show demonstrates a free exploration of feeling, shape, colour and form. Memories are investigated, new pathways of thought and perception explored, the sensory nature of colour revealed. Sometimes it’s just about relearning the nuts and bolts of doing; things that we might take for granted, like how to cut a shape draw a star or write a word.
As creativity and wellness collide, the work demonstrates a certain resilience of the human condition in its playful invention and depth of intent!
19 February to 10 March 2019
The body of this exhibition was created last year from participants in a class called "creative living for health and well being". In the class we use creative processes to make sense of and support the healing of trauma, life impacting experiences such as stroke, grief and depression. People work together sharing experiences in a supportive and relaxed environment in a room pregnant with laughter and occasionally tears.
Artists explored printmaking, drawing, painting and sculptural processes, working inside a structured program initially. As the year progressed each artist developed an independent subject choice and preferred methodology.
The work in this show demonstrates a free exploration of feeling, shape, colour and form. Memories are investigated, new pathways of thought and perception explored, the sensory nature of colour revealed. Sometimes it’s just about relearning the nuts and bolts of doing; things that we might take for granted, like how to cut a shape draw a star or write a word.
As creativity and wellness collide, the work demonstrates a certain resilience of the human condition in its playful invention and depth of intent!
"The Joy of Colour" by Anna Hunter
Gallery Five (Upstairs Gallery)
19 February to 10 March 2019
Opening function and meet the artist Friday 22 February from 5pm to 7pm
Anna Started working with watercolours under the tuition of Brian Millard many years ago. Just recently Anna has moved to exploring acrylics in her work.
19 February to 10 March 2019
Opening function and meet the artist Friday 22 February from 5pm to 7pm
Anna Started working with watercolours under the tuition of Brian Millard many years ago. Just recently Anna has moved to exploring acrylics in her work.
"Rocks, Pyramids and Desert Sand" by Lorraine Brown
Gallery Four (Education Wing foyer)
30 January to 17 February 2019
Opening function and meet the artist Saturday 02 February from 3pm to 5pm
An exotic mix of camels and mint tea and The mysteries of Berber and Bedouin tribes in Morocco and Jordan. The sand and rock formations in the Sahara, and Jordan could be viewed by a tourist as a barren place to visit. In fact these formations literally unchanged over time are amazing artistic forms to admire.
However local photographer Lorraine Brown says this isn’t the case. Her 2018 visit to the Sahara desert, Wadi Rum and Petra in Jordan was an enormously picturesque project. As well as creating a fascinating photo log of her trip Lorraine experienced travelling by camel train and accommodation in a camel hair tent in the Sahara desert. She says rock formations change little over time and a history of the Bedouin tribes that once lived in Petra was totally fascinating.
30 January to 17 February 2019
Opening function and meet the artist Saturday 02 February from 3pm to 5pm
An exotic mix of camels and mint tea and The mysteries of Berber and Bedouin tribes in Morocco and Jordan. The sand and rock formations in the Sahara, and Jordan could be viewed by a tourist as a barren place to visit. In fact these formations literally unchanged over time are amazing artistic forms to admire.
However local photographer Lorraine Brown says this isn’t the case. Her 2018 visit to the Sahara desert, Wadi Rum and Petra in Jordan was an enormously picturesque project. As well as creating a fascinating photo log of her trip Lorraine experienced travelling by camel train and accommodation in a camel hair tent in the Sahara desert. She says rock formations change little over time and a history of the Bedouin tribes that once lived in Petra was totally fascinating.
"Unfrequented Landscapes" by Wally Pritchard
Gallery Two
30 January to 17 February 2019
Opening function and meet the artist Saturday 02 February from 3pm to 5pm
Wally Pritchard was born in Durban South Africa 1957. He emigrated with his family to New Zealand in 2007 and currently resides in Auckland.
His two main genres of painting are landscape and abstraction. Both styles are brought together to portray places and objects predominantly of New Zealand, life’s travels and experiences.
"I love the starkness, contrasts and raw natural beauty of New Zealand."
30 January to 17 February 2019
Opening function and meet the artist Saturday 02 February from 3pm to 5pm
Wally Pritchard was born in Durban South Africa 1957. He emigrated with his family to New Zealand in 2007 and currently resides in Auckland.
His two main genres of painting are landscape and abstraction. Both styles are brought together to portray places and objects predominantly of New Zealand, life’s travels and experiences.
"I love the starkness, contrasts and raw natural beauty of New Zealand."
‘EARTH WATCH’ by Kirsten Reid
Gallery Three
30 January to 17 February 2019
Opening function and meet the tutors Saturday 02 February from 3pm to 5pm
An exhibition of Mixed Media and Photographic artworks showcasing the beauty and fragility of our natural world.
Kirsten draws inspiration for her work from the landscape, its inhabitants, in patterns and textures, in nature’s colours and the ever-changing light. For her it is all about really seeing, rather than just looking. Seeing the small things that sometimes go unnoticed or are taken for granted and the individual components that make up the whole.
Mixed media, printmaking and montage artworks, using photographs, paints, canvas, paper, inks and fabric feature in her work, often with torn or woven elements to add another dimension. Kirsten also creates Impressionist style photographic work where details are pared down resulting in soft, fluid images.
Kirsten is a member of the Estuary Arts Centre, Kumeu Arts Centre, Waitakere Arts Council and the Kumeu Photography Group and regularly exhibits her work in exhibitions and events throughout Auckland.
30 January to 17 February 2019
Opening function and meet the tutors Saturday 02 February from 3pm to 5pm
An exhibition of Mixed Media and Photographic artworks showcasing the beauty and fragility of our natural world.
Kirsten draws inspiration for her work from the landscape, its inhabitants, in patterns and textures, in nature’s colours and the ever-changing light. For her it is all about really seeing, rather than just looking. Seeing the small things that sometimes go unnoticed or are taken for granted and the individual components that make up the whole.
Mixed media, printmaking and montage artworks, using photographs, paints, canvas, paper, inks and fabric feature in her work, often with torn or woven elements to add another dimension. Kirsten also creates Impressionist style photographic work where details are pared down resulting in soft, fluid images.
Kirsten is a member of the Estuary Arts Centre, Kumeu Arts Centre, Waitakere Arts Council and the Kumeu Photography Group and regularly exhibits her work in exhibitions and events throughout Auckland.
Vera and Warrick Limmer
Gallery Five (Upstairs)
30 January to 17 February 2019
Opening function and meet the artist Saturday 02 February from 3pm to 5pm
Vera Limmer
Vera Limmer is a West Auckland artist. Painting on board with acrylic paint, her passion is to see how she can use the medium in different ways, exploring line, pattern and use of colour. She also likes to alter paint and wood and this plays an important part in her work.
Warrick Limmer
Hello my name is Warrick Limmer for as long as I can remember I have been interested in making art on wood. my art is inspired by the solar planet, the outer world I am also excited about how paint moves and reacts when pushed in different directions.
30 January to 17 February 2019
Opening function and meet the artist Saturday 02 February from 3pm to 5pm
Vera Limmer
Vera Limmer is a West Auckland artist. Painting on board with acrylic paint, her passion is to see how she can use the medium in different ways, exploring line, pattern and use of colour. She also likes to alter paint and wood and this plays an important part in her work.
Warrick Limmer
Hello my name is Warrick Limmer for as long as I can remember I have been interested in making art on wood. my art is inspired by the solar planet, the outer world I am also excited about how paint moves and reacts when pushed in different directions.