August 2022 Exhibitions
EACT Members Merit Awards 2022
September 2022 Exhibitions
"Predator Free NZ 2050" Group exhibiiton
Gallery One and Two
05 September to 02 October 2022
Opening Saturday 10 September 3pm to 5pm. All Welcome, no booking required.
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 is an ambitious project. It is a World's first. New Zealand once again is leading the world in its methods, science, planning, enthusiasm, innovation and plain ordinary determination to do this extraordinary thing. To free New Zealand of rats (all three species) mustelids (stoat, weasel, ferret) and possums in the next 30 years.
This group exhibition features a range of artists who work in multiple mediums responding to the theme "Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)". Some artists have explored the dire consequences on our native flora and fauna if we do not stamp out these aggressive predators. Other artists have chosen to celebrate our unique wild life in their native habitat. All will agree that this is a worthy project.
05 September to 02 October 2022
Opening Saturday 10 September 3pm to 5pm. All Welcome, no booking required.
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 is an ambitious project. It is a World's first. New Zealand once again is leading the world in its methods, science, planning, enthusiasm, innovation and plain ordinary determination to do this extraordinary thing. To free New Zealand of rats (all three species) mustelids (stoat, weasel, ferret) and possums in the next 30 years.
This group exhibition features a range of artists who work in multiple mediums responding to the theme "Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)". Some artists have explored the dire consequences on our native flora and fauna if we do not stamp out these aggressive predators. Other artists have chosen to celebrate our unique wild life in their native habitat. All will agree that this is a worthy project.
"Conundrum - The Reluctant Predator" by Sue Hill
Gallery Three
05 September to 02 October 2022
Opening Saturday 10 September 3pm to 5pm. All Welcome, no booking required.
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)
‘Conundrum- the Reluctant Predator’
A solo multi-media exhibition including video, photography, paintings and sculpture. Whilst it runs parallel to and compliments the over all theme of ‘Predator’ it’ is a personal journey from a woman's perspective.
05 September to 02 October 2022
Opening Saturday 10 September 3pm to 5pm. All Welcome, no booking required.
Predator Free New Zealand 2050 (PFNZ2050)
‘Conundrum- the Reluctant Predator’
A solo multi-media exhibition including video, photography, paintings and sculpture. Whilst it runs parallel to and compliments the over all theme of ‘Predator’ it’ is a personal journey from a woman's perspective.
"Nga Manu o te Moana" Seabirds of the Hauraki Gulf
Gallery Four (Education Wing Foyer)
05 September to 02 October 2022
Opening Saturday 10 September 3pm to 5pm. All Welcome, no booking required.
Nga Manu o te Moana- Seabirds of the Hauraki Gulf. An exhibition with the key message “All seabirds nest on land” and predator control of animal pests is essential to their survival. Identifying species which are local to the Hibiscus Coast and including educational speakers and local walk, and tips on how you can help. Supported by Pest Free Hibiscus Coast, Restore Hibiscus and Bays, KCC Hibiscus Coast and Forest and Bird Hibiscus Coast.
05 September to 02 October 2022
Opening Saturday 10 September 3pm to 5pm. All Welcome, no booking required.
Nga Manu o te Moana- Seabirds of the Hauraki Gulf. An exhibition with the key message “All seabirds nest on land” and predator control of animal pests is essential to their survival. Identifying species which are local to the Hibiscus Coast and including educational speakers and local walk, and tips on how you can help. Supported by Pest Free Hibiscus Coast, Restore Hibiscus and Bays, KCC Hibiscus Coast and Forest and Bird Hibiscus Coast.
October 2022 Exhibitions
Focus on Glass 2022" featuring New Zealand Glass artists
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Gallery 1, 2 and 3
05 to 29 October 2022 Glass Art in New Zealand is pleased to invite artists to participate in the Focus on Glass 2022 Exhibition. The exhibition will run from 05 to 29 October 2022, at Estuary Arts Centre in Orewa, Auckland. Focus On Glass 2022 is an opened themed exhibition that celebrates all types of glass, and is in celebration of the United Nations International Year of Glass 2022. This is a wonderful opportunity to exhibit and share your glass art with the New Zealand public Visit the GAINZ website for more details. |
"Souls of Asia" by Jia Ren
Jia Ren Bio
Being a successful dog groomer didn’t stop Jia from seeking more fulfilment in her life. Originating from central north China, she has always dreamed of the artistic translation of life observations. From historical legends to little sparkling's of daily life to mysterious foreign cultures, she is inspired by any subjects around her. Although never having the chance of formal training, Jia has developed her own taste of realism using pencil and acrylic layering. She also engages pastel and mixed media as powerful tools to express herself.
Jia is particularly interested in the ancient paintings from China and Japan. The line drawing method with ink and brush presents simplisity without compromising the realistic appeal of figures. The art of blank leaving and scatter perspective in Chinese traditional paintings brought a romantic atmosphere to the whole picture. Jia wants to demonstrate the classic themes with modern perspective and techniques.
If you want to know more about her artworks, please check out her website: jiaren.co.nz
Description of the show “Souls of Asia”
This show presents some realism works with pencil and acrylic. Jia focuses on daily life within oriental scenes such as the graceful historical architectures in Nepal. She is also fascinated by the elegant ancient female figures from China and Japan. Jia combines the traditional line drawing method, calligraphy and the western techniques such as shade and perspective.
The pastel works are free expressions of Jia’s idealistic world. For example, her meditating Buddha is inspired by an ancient painting preserved in the Mogao Caves in China done during the Sui dynasty (581-618 AD). With the exaggerated colour contrasts, she creates strong emotions in her artworks.
Being a successful dog groomer didn’t stop Jia from seeking more fulfilment in her life. Originating from central north China, she has always dreamed of the artistic translation of life observations. From historical legends to little sparkling's of daily life to mysterious foreign cultures, she is inspired by any subjects around her. Although never having the chance of formal training, Jia has developed her own taste of realism using pencil and acrylic layering. She also engages pastel and mixed media as powerful tools to express herself.
Jia is particularly interested in the ancient paintings from China and Japan. The line drawing method with ink and brush presents simplisity without compromising the realistic appeal of figures. The art of blank leaving and scatter perspective in Chinese traditional paintings brought a romantic atmosphere to the whole picture. Jia wants to demonstrate the classic themes with modern perspective and techniques.
If you want to know more about her artworks, please check out her website: jiaren.co.nz
Description of the show “Souls of Asia”
This show presents some realism works with pencil and acrylic. Jia focuses on daily life within oriental scenes such as the graceful historical architectures in Nepal. She is also fascinated by the elegant ancient female figures from China and Japan. Jia combines the traditional line drawing method, calligraphy and the western techniques such as shade and perspective.
The pastel works are free expressions of Jia’s idealistic world. For example, her meditating Buddha is inspired by an ancient painting preserved in the Mogao Caves in China done during the Sui dynasty (581-618 AD). With the exaggerated colour contrasts, she creates strong emotions in her artworks.
