If you live in or near Paeroa, or are just passing through, stop in at 109 Normanby Road to have a look around the Annual Members’ Exhibition of the Paeroa Society of Arts. You will see an eclectic collection of paintings that include landscapes, abstracts, portraits and much more.
A fragment of the painting and ceramics
Diversity of subject and style
Katikati artist Leigh Basinger took out first prize for her painting ‘Neptune’. Leigh uses a technique called ‘reverse glass painting’ where she paints directly onto the back of glass which means she starts with the front of the image and works back literally painting in reverse.
First prize winner: Katikati’s Leigh Bassinger
Paeroa artist Judy Parker took out second prize for her watercolour ‘Floral Gathering’.
Second place getter: Judy Parker
The Paeroa Society of Arts has a pottery group run by Kay Jenkins. It has over 20 members and they have produced a wonderful array of different pieces that are on display.
Ceramics and sculpture
As well as paintings and pottery you will see amazing textile creations at this show. Everything from hats to a necklace made of felt by Dot Wildman that needs to be seen up close to really appreciate it.
Diversity of talent, style and medium at Paeora: the felted work of Dot Wildman
Part of the textiles on display
Everything is for sale and the exhibition is on until Saturday 25th November Wednesday – Saturday 11am – 3pm.
Also check out the Paeroa Society of Arts website http://www.paeroasocietyofarts.co.nz/Home/
BIRGITT SHANNON Artist, Katikati An accomplished artist of Australian descent Birgitt has participated in solo and group exhibitions. She is part of the group of artists chosen the now famous Morrinsville Cows – a street art project. Her street art work can also been seen on the large planters outside the Katikati BNZ, part of the 2015 NZ Mural Competition and Arts Festival. Birgitt has sold dozens of paintings in Australia and New Zealand and has recently sold a painting now hanging in a Research Centre at The Museum of Natural History in Los Angeles. Birgitt’s work can be found on her website www.artbybirgitt.com and you can follow her facebook page at www.facebook.com/artbybirgittnz
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Don’t miss this great opportunity to be part of a new creative arts & artisan fair
The Affordable
Art & Artisan
Fair
SUNDAY 26TH NOVEMBER 2017
11am – 3pm
at
THE BLACK SHEEP BAR & GRILL
Corner Plummers Point Road &
State Highway 2, Whakamarama
original local art & artisan creativity
exhibited for sale
interested in an exhibition space?
Contact: Birgitt, aaafair17@gmail.com
ARTbop and The Black Sheep Bar & Grill have gotten together to create the ‘Affordable Art & Artisan Fair’ which will take place on the last Sunday of every month excluding December starting on the 26th November and run from 11am – 3pm.
This event will be open to local artists and artisans who produce high quality, original, handmade pieces. We are looking for a commitment to four fairs (Nov, Jan, Feb & March) at a cost of $40 ($10 per fair). The great news is there will be no commission.
The Black Sheep has a large outdoor area ideal for setting up trestle tables. Much of it is under cover. There is also a big area where marquees can be set up. Although the venue is large there will be a selection process if there isn’t room for everyone.
ARTbop will be conducting a widespread advertising campaign and this, along with the good food at Black Sheep and the wonderful ambience of the venue, are sure to make this fair a huge ongoing success. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of it. Email your details including your website to Birgitt at aaafair17@gmail.com
