South Taranaki Arts Bulletin # 23 | Art News
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Autumn 2016 | Art Events |
Welcome – Haere mai
Welcome to the 23rd edition of State of the Arts – South Taranaki Arts Bulletin. Our stunning summer in the south kicked off with our annual Arts in the Park event in Hawera in December. King Edward Park provides a seriously well groomed backdrop for local artists and craftspeople to display their creations. Performances from local schools, dancers, musicians and the high-rise stiltwalking Rainbow Folks created a festival atmosphere for visitors and stallholders alike. Everybody’s Theatre in Opunake celebrated in style in mid February with an event to mark the end of a huge restoration project. Beginning with structural engineering work on the historic building in 2013 to meet earthquake compliance standards, the transformation of this community owned theatre is now complete. The Art Deco styled theatre and events venue, complete with historical projection room and old fashioned lolly shop, is a tribute to a hard working committee with a vision to provide a high-class community asset in their town. We are lucky to have such dedicated people preserving an iconic building for future generations to enjoy.
Two winged girls check out the Rainbow Folks
In the south, Waverley will once again be a host town for the Whanganui Artist Open Studios event in March. 100 Days will feature work by ten artists, displaying 1000 artworks in the old Scout Hall on Chester Street. Our own Taranaki Arts Trail will feature many new artists in June this year and is quicky becoming a must-do cultural event in the region. This edition offers plenty of opportunities to participate and enjoy the arts - go well and enjoy! Warm regards,
Michaela Stoneman | Arts Co-ordinator | South Taranaki District Council | 0800 111 323 michaela.stoneman@stdc.govt.nz | www.southtaranaki.com
South Taranaki Creative Communities Funding 2016
Do you have a project in mind that will get people involved in the arts or strengthen your local arts sector? Creative expression is fundamental to developing our sense of who we are and how we relate to each other. The Creative Communities Scheme, administered by the South Taranaki District Council on behalf of Creative New Zealand, aims to foster an environment that supports creative expression and provides greater opportunities for people to enjoy the arts, wherever they live and whatever their circumstances. Individuals and groups may apply for funding for projects that: • Creates opportunities for local communities to engage with and participate in arts activities • Supports the diverse arts and cultural traditions of local communities, enriching and promoting their uniqueness and cultural diversity • Enables and encourages young people (under 18 years) to engage with and actively participate in the arts. Creative Communities funding round dates for 2016: Round 1 Opens: Tuesday 15 March 2016 Closes: Friday 22 April 2016 for projects not started before Friday 13 May 2016 Round 2 Opens: Monday 8 August 2016 Closes: Friday 16 September 2016 for projects not started before Friday 7 October 2016 Application forms can be requested from the STDC Arts Co-ordinator, Council’s Administration Building on Albion Street, Hawera or downloaded under Funding and Grants Support section of our website: http://www.southtaranaki.com/Council/Funding-and-Grants-Support/Creative-Communities-Scheme/ If you would like more information or would like to discuss your application, please contact Maryse Ropiha, Creative Communities Administrator by phoning 0800 111 323 or email maryse.ropiha@stdc.govt.nz
New Mural in Patea
A new mural project on the public toilets at Mana Bay, Patea has enhanced a public facility, supported a local artist and enlivened the popular beach area. Facilitated by South Taranaki District Council Arts Co-ordinator, Michaela Stoneman, the mural has been designed by Luther Ashford (pictured), a former Patea Area School student currently studying for a degree in Maori Visual Arts at Massey University. Luther was part of the last youth mural project, facilitated by Raumano Health Trust and STDC over eight years ago.
Ms Ashford describes the story of her mural “The design begins at the forefront of the building with the word ‘Patea’ remaining as the centerpoint. This is bordered by two waves which flow from the upoko of Tangaroa featured below. The pattern wraps around the building representing the awa and its continuous flow to the moana. The triangles that support each corner are stylisations of the tukutuku patterns patiki and poutama; these represent the knowledge surrounding safe practices in the water and the abundance of kaimoana provided by Tangaroa.” The Mana Bay Mural Project has been funded by South Taranaki District Council, assisted by sponsorship from Hawera Resene. The mural artists have received a lot of positive feedback from both locals and visitors while onsite working on the mural. Many thanks to volunteers from the Patea Boardriders Club and community members who have helped at different stages of the preparation and painting of the mural.
Everybody’s Theatre
Opunake's community owned and operated cinema, Everybody's Theatre is an elegant theatre in South Taranaki. The historic building has been completely restored inside and out, is fitted out with the latest digital screen technology and has brand new luxury seating upstairs. The cost of this huge upgrade adds up to around $900,000, which has all been gained through fundraising by the committee. In addition to all the latest new releases, the theatre also hosts boutique nights, with a focus on classic, foreign and fringe films. Movies play on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at 7.00pm, with matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at 1.00 pm. The Theatre's lolly shop and memorabilia display is located in The Projector Room on the left of the foyer. The shop has a new kitchen and servery for catering purposes. Bookings are now welcome for private functions, fund-raising events, pop-up shops and meetings. For more information and cinema screenings, visit the new website: www.everybodystheatre.co.nz Everybody’s Theatre, 72 Tasman Street, Opunake Phone Debbie: 027 290 2892 or Maree: 027 313 7494
Arts on Tour NZ
Stuff I Forgot to Tell My Daughter 8.00pm 24 March 2016 Hawera Repertory, 59 Collins Street, Hawera New Zealand Comedy Guild’s ‘Female Comedian of the Decade, Michele A’Court presents her show in Hawera. When daughter Holly got a job and flew the coop, Michele spent the following months remembering all the things she had forgotten to tell her – from the right way to store ginger to explaining what feminism is. This play is the result of these musings, and it’s a hilarious lesson for us all. For people who have children, those who might have and those who have been children themselves. Tickets $25.00 from Hawera i-SITE. Phone 06 278 8599
Mural Artists Wanted
South Taranaki Returned Servicemen Association (RSA) in Hawera is interested in ‘Expressions of Interest’ from local artists to design and paint a mural on the exterior of their building on Princes Street (pictured). The wall is likely to be broken up into three themes, the first being World War One. A great opportunity for a local artist to create a public artwork in their community. For more information please contact: Ingrid Muggeridge, Phone 06 2784018, 06 2781343 or 021 02992719 or David Black, Phone 06 2784620
Acrylic Painting Workshop 9.00am - 4.00pm, 5 - 6 March 2016 Manutahi Hall,
Learn to paint with acrylics in this local workshop tutored by Bruce Hutchinson. Cost is $150 person for the two day workshop. For registration and more information contact: Rosemarie Murphy 027 833 1237 or Joan Robinson 062788576 Email: joanclive@hotmail.com
Hawera Repertory News
Duets – A Comedy Play by Peter Quilter 15 - 23 April 2016 Repertory House, 59 Collins Street, Hawera Cast:
Blind Date Richard Kennedy-Moffat and Jane Lawrence Secretarial Skills - Graham Fraser and Hollie Weir The Holiday Clive Cullen and Carole Hosie The Bride to Be - Mike Brotherson and Ainslie Alexander Jonathan and Wendy are on a blind date and hoping to get it right this time even though they've never got it right before; Barrie is not really interested in women but Janet sees that as no reason to stop trying; Shelley and Bobby have decided to holiday in Spain to finalise their divorce whilst drowning in cocktails; Angela is marrying for the third time to the dismay of her brother Toby and amidst a barrage of bad omens and a dress resembling a parachute. The result is a gloriously funny examination of the chaotic world of love, relationships and why the grass is never greener. Tickets will be on sale early March from TicketDirect.
If there is anyone out there who is willing to help front of house, backstage, set building, wardrobe or makeup please don't hesitate to contact us so that we can add you to our list - we are always looking for new and enthusiastic help. The Hawera Repertory committee has a new Chair and members since the recent AGM, visit our blog for details: http://hawerarepspotlight.blogspot.co.nz/2016/02/spotlight-extra-agm.html For more information contact hawerarepertory@gmail.com or visit www.hawerarep.org
Hawera Art School
The Hawera Art School was established in 2013 and is run in association with Lysaght Watt Gallery, Hawera. Adult and kids art classes offer many options for learning and are proving to be very popular. Classes are designed to suit beginners & practising artists. Children: Ages 6 & 7 years: Mondays 3.30 pm – 5.00 pm, $8 per week. Ages 8 to 13 years: Tuesdays 3.30 pm – 5.00 pm, $8 per week. RageyArt Cartooning (all ages), Thursdays 3.30 pm - 4.30 pm, $5 per week. Adults: Ages 14 years & up, Sundays afternoons 1.00 pm to 3.00 pm & Monday nights 6.30 pm to 8.30pm. $20 per week. All materials supplied except canvas, board & framing. Phone tutor Erryn Willcox on 06 278 5524 for more information or to register. Hawera Art School, 20 Union Street, Hawera Facebook: Hawera Art School Email: haweraartschool@gmail.com
Artists Open Studios Whanganui 2016
12 - 13 and 19 - 20 March 2016 10.00 am - 4.30 pm daily Artists Open Studios will once again include the Festival of Glass giving visitors to the greater Whanganui region the perfect balance of viewing and participatory events. There are over 60 open studios to visit with either individual artists or artist collectives showing their work and creative spaces. The festival event programme this year includes the Glass Olympics and guided tours. The South Taranaki town of Waverley features a unique suite of studios to make it a destination in itself again this year: 100 Days Old Scout Hall, Chester Street, Waverley Ten artists display the results of a 100 day artistic project challenge, resulting in 100 artworks on display in the Old Scout Hall building. Artists are Jo Old, Jane Toy, Lisa Walsh, Jimi Walsh, Mila Swahl, Ella Borrows, MB Stoneman, Lindsay Butler, Michelle Judge and Rachael Johnson. Works in glass, paint, fibre, printmaking, calligraphy and ceramics will tell the story of each of the artists 100 Day creative journey, suprising visitors with their unique approaches and diverse results. Lisa & Jimi – Art and Design 47 Weraroa Road, Waverley A repurposed shop front displaying Lisa and Jimi’s Pacifica Flower Sculptures. Inspired by a mix of Maori and Pacific Island flora, the sculptures are designed to stand between shrub and treeline in the garden. Made of corten steel, the sculptures quickly develop a rich, rust red, looking striking among plantings or as guardians along a walkway. Waverley Glass Art Studio 49 Weraroa Road, Waverley Lisa Walsh is a national and international award winning glass artist. Her Welcome Home exhibition celebrates the diversity and uniqueness of our culture and country. Visit the website for full details: www.openstudios.co.nz or pick up an Arts Trail Guide in galleries and i-SITES in the region.
Quirky Fox – Exhibition Wild Spaces
Opens 26 February Reclaimed wood, concrete, acrylics and indian ink merge to create images with strong silhouettes and geometric influences in Quirky Fox’s latest exhibition. Featuring originals, limited edition and open edition prints by Wellington artist Asher Boardman, Wild Spaces explores the interaction between nature and man. Based in the Akatarawa Valley, Asher Boardman is inspired by the wilderness and mountains that surround her home. Unusually for a New Zealand artist much of her work features foxes, owls, deer, bears, wolves and rabbits as opposed to New Zealand natives. The works contrast harsh geometric shapes with organic forms to illustrate the impact and confusion that human interference has on nature from the perspective of the animals. This is the last New Zealand exhibition by Asher before she relocates overseas.
Snakes and Ladders by Asher Boardman
Quirky Fox, 100 High Street, Hawera Phone: 06 2786909 Website: www.quirkyfox.co.nz Open: Monday - Friday 9.30 am - 5.00 pm Saturday 10.00 am - 12 noon
The Village Gallery Autumn Exhibitions
Bjorn Grube - A Retrospective in Watercolour Until 11 March Landscapes, seascapes and buildings are the subjects of Bjorn's watercolour paintings created en plein air in New Zealand, Australia and Europe. Previously living in Hawera, he has now moved to New Plymouth and this may be the last opportunity to enjoy an exhibition of Bjorn's work. To compliment this exhibition, the gallery will also display a small selection of pendants, necklaces and earrings meticulously handmade from New Zealand woods and paua laminate by Ross Macdonald of New Plymouth. Artist Meet Up + Hang Up 15 March - 8 April Opening Event & AMU: 1.30pm Sunday 20 March 2016 The Artist Meet Up, commonly known as AMU, is an informal gettogether of creative people from all parts of Taranaki, hosted each month or so at a different venue such as a gallery, workspace or studio. This exhibition will show a selection of artwork from more than 30 AMU participants, and is the first joint exhibition by the Recline 2 by Claire Sadler
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100 Days 12 April - 6 May Presenting the results of a 100 day artistic project challenge. Works in glass, paint, fibre, printmaking, calligraphy and ceramics will tell the story of each of the artists 100 Day creative journey, suprising visitors with their unique approaches and diverse results. Curated by STDC Arts Co-ordinator, Michaela Stoneman. Daring to Differ - Photography by Jocelyn and Lyal Barrett 9 May- 3 June 2016 Jocelyn and Lyal are well known in photographic circles, having been Camera Club members since 1967. Members of the Photographic Society of New Zealand, their often quirky images have received awards in Regional and National competitions over many years, and in 1993 they were jointly awarded a service Feminine Vine by Lyal Barrett
medal by PSNZ. This exhibition will feature some of their award-winning images, supported with a display of fibre art, pottery and sculpture from several different artists. The Village Gallery, 166 High Street, Eltham. Open Monday - Saturday 10.00 am - 3.0 0pm Facebook: Eltham Village Gallery
Virtual TART Exhibitions
Assemblage Encounter - March 2016 Works by three assemblage artists who have become friends from opposite sides of the planet; Seth Apter and Robbii from New York and Dale Copeland from Puniho, Taranaki. 18th annual International Collage Exhibition/Exchange - April 2016 A popular exhibition by collage artists from all over the world. One work from each participating artist will become part of the permanent collection of The Verbeke Foundation in Belgium. Ship of Fools – May 2016 Open call for artists, any interpretation of the theme ‘Ship of Fools’. Check Wikipedia for description of the term and enter by visiting www.tart.co.nz/ShipFools.htm Carried Away by Dale Copeland
To visit online exhibitions: www.tart.co.nz
Lysaght Watt Gallery Autumn Exhibitions
Lysaght Watt Trust Art Award 2016 Applications are still open for this Award for a chance to win $3000 and other cash prizes. It is open to any 2D or 3D medium for the theme ‘Daily Life’. Entry forms are available from the gallery, website, by email request or by phoning the gallery. Entry Forms due: 15 April 2016 Artwork to Gallery: 25 – 29 April 2016 Awards Ceremony: 5.30pm 5 May 2016. Open at Awards ceremony at 6.00 pm Members Exhibition – My Place 29 February – 2 April This exhibition showcases the work of our members who are all local artists. A variety of work in many mediums with wide appeal. Hawera High School Art Student Exhibition 4 – 30 April 2016 This exhibition showcases the talents of the Hawera High School NCEA students. It is interesting to see how the students have developed their themes and style in their display folios. Lysaght Watt Trust Award Exhibition 2016 5 May – 12 June 2016 This national competition draws entries artists from around the country and has become highly regarded in the art world. The guest judge this year is Simon Rees, Director of the Govett Brewster Art Gallery. The variety and excellence of the work submitted make this a highlight in the gallery calendar. This exhibition coincides with the 2016 Taranaki Arts Trail event. 2015 Winner of Lysaght watt Trust Art Award, Meredith Marsone
Lysaght Watt Gallery 4 - 6 Union Street, Hawera Facebook: Lysaght Watt Gallery Website: www.lysaghtwattgallery.co.nz Open Monday - Friday 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Saturday 10.00 am - 1.00 pm Phone 06 278 7611
Hard Stone Carving Workshop
10.00 am - 3.00 pm 12 - 13 March 2016 Te Kupenga Stone Sculpture Society, 76 Centennial Drive, Paritutu, New Plymouth A hard stone carving workshop with tutor Anna Korver. Suitable for beginners, no experience necessary. Students will learn stone carving using hand tools on Oamaru stone, a natural limestone from the South Island chosen for its consistency and softness. Once students have developed their carving skills and confidence using power tools on the Andesite sculptures by artist and workshop tutor Anna Korver soft stone they will move onto carving Taranaki andesite. Andesite is the local stone from one of the many quarries around Mt Taranaki, predominantly carved by the sculptors at Te Kupenga. During the course the students will learn carving using hand tools and power tools, basic 3D designing, types of materials, different carving techniques, texturing, polishing, sealing and colouring, drilling, plinths, bases and installation. Participants will also receive information about joining Te Kupenga Stone Sculpture Society. Cost: $300 including use of tools and materials - includes 1 blade for students to keep, other tools available for purchase during the weekend. Booking and deposit required to secure your place. Email: anna@korvermolloy.com or phone 06 752 4131 Korver Molloy Gallery, 1729 South Road, Tataramaika
www.korvermolloy.com
Waverley LibraryPlus Exhibition Wall
Waverley LibraryPlus has a dedicated exhibition wall to showcase works by local artists. The wall is fitted with a professional hanging system and spot lighting. Local artist Prue Hyland has recently reinvigorated this space and is keen to hear from artists who are interested in exhibiting their work. Contact Prue Hyland by phone: 06 346 5916 or leave your contact details at Waverley LibraryPlus.
Aotea Utanganui Museum of South Taranaki Exhibitions
Voyage into the Heartland: Photographic Works from the Batten Collection Until March 31 2016, Temporary Gallery Voyage into the Heartland showcases the Batten Collection, a unique photographic anthology exposing original landscapes of the 1930s unseen before in New Zealand. Picture Start February - June 2016, Livingston Baker Archive & Reading Room and Permanent Gallery Picture Start showcases unique moving images from the vaults of Aotea Utanganui’s heritage collection. These films include Livingston Baker’s Personal Collection, the Pātea TT Races, Port of Pātea (1871-1959), the William McKee Collection, Pātea School Footage (1971), and the Tiroa Loading Cheese in Pātea Port. Content for this exhibition has been transferred by Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision and Park Road Post Production Ltd, Wellington. Taranaki Arts Trail Exhibition 1 - 31 June, Livingston Baker Archive & Reading Room Curated by Michaela Stoneman, this intimate exhibition of four South Taranaki artists will coincide with the third annual Taranaki Arts Trail, 11 & 12 June 2016. The artists are Lisa Walsh (glass, Waverley) Leicester Cooper (ceramics, Patea), Gabrielle Belz (printmaking, Patea) and Prue Hyland (pastel painting, Waitotara). Three of the artists will be at the museum for sessions during the Arts Trail weekend to engage with Trail visitors, offering an insight into their inspiration and techniques. For more information about the Taranaki Arts Trail you can visit their website www.taranakiartstrail.co.nz Kua eke ki te Taumata - Attain the heights by Gabrielle Belz
Across the Centreline May - October 2016, Temporary Gallery This exhibition explores the history of transport in South Taranaki, from the pioneering days of the horse and cart, through to more modern modes of transport including the motorcycle. Including photographs, audio/visual material and social history items to experience the story of how transportation has changed over the last 120+ years and how, in turn, the social life of our communities has been changed. This exhibition is supported by the Taranaki Regional Council (TRC). School Holiday Programme - Earth Day: 10.30 am – 12 noon 22 April 2016 Protecting the planet’s future! Fun and hands-on activities focusing on simple steps to show you how we can look after our environment for future generations. Saturday Family Fun Days: Trees, Trees, Trees: 10.30 am - 3.00 pm 26 March 2016 Easter Crafts: 10.30 am - 3.00 pm 30 April 2016. Play it Strange: 10.30 am - 3.00 pm 28 May 2016 Cinema Screenings – Daily from March 2016. Call to check for screening times. Came a Hot Friday (1985) Comedy film based on the 1964 novel by Hawera-born write Ronald Hugh Morrieson. Good bye Pork Pie (1981) An iconic New Zealand road movie. Open: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Monday – Saturday. Email: museum@stdc.govt.nz
Facebook: Aotea Utanganui – Museum of South Taranaki
Taranaki National Art Awards 2015
Following a fantastic 14th year in 2015, the Taranaki National Art Awards committee is starting preparation for the 2016 awards. New members are welcome to join as volunteers for this fun event. The AGM will be held at Sandford Events Centre at 1.00pm Wednesday 6 April 2016. If you are interested in finding out how you can help and get involved, please contact TNAA Secretary, Clare Moss. Email: contact@taranakiartawards.co.nz Phone: 06 761 7534
Free Comic Book Day 2016
10.00am - 2.00 pm, 7 May 2016 Hawera LibraryPlus, High Street, Hawera Come along and join in the fun at South Taranaki’s first Free Comic Book Day. Hundreds of comics to give away and many events including comic art workshops, costume competition, children’s activities, Comic swap meet and more. Free entry, all welcome.
Percy Thomson Gallery Autumn Exhibitions
Flight of Fancy 4 - 27 March 2016 Opening Event -7.00pm Friday 4 March 2016 This exhibition features the work of five New Zealand artists who have an affinity with our fine feathered friends; Miranda Woollett, Martin Carryer, Margaret Scott, Lee-Ann Dixon and Justine Giles. Expect a diverse range of work including drawing, metal and wood sculpture, watercolour and oil on recycled objects. Justine Giles, Resting Sparrow
Connections 1 – 24 April 2016 This is the fourth year the gallery has hosted the Connections group of artists. With new work and new artists, this year includes: Dorothy Andrews, Jenny Bielawski, Juliet Chell, Viv Davy, Antonia O'Mahony, Sue Morton, Chris Poletti and Francis Rookes. The 18th International Collage Exchange 1 – 24 April 2016 This is a worldwide project co-ordinated by Taranaki artist Dale Copeland. Every year collage artists from around the world send a package containing thirteen collages to Dale’s home studio in Puniho. Stratford Art Society 29 April – 22 May The Stratford Art Society is a large group of artists with more than 200 members, presenting a vast range of ages and artistic styles, including paintings, sculptures, photography, crafts, pottery and more. The Stratford Art Society uphold a reputation of exciting work, featuring incredible skill sets and is always growing. Percy Thomson Gallery, Miranda Street, Stratford Open: Monday - Friday 10.30 am - 4.00 pm Saturday - Sunday 10.30 am - 3.00 pm Director: Rhonda Bunyan Phone 06 7650917 www.percythomsongallery.org.nz
Taranaki Arts Trail 2016
9.30 am - 4.30 pm, 11 - 12 June 2016 Established in 2014 the Taranaki Arts Trail provides the public with the unique opportunity to meet with over 70 artists in their studio/workshops. Visually inspiring, the volcanic landscape of Taranaki, with its ring of wild west coast beaches, green paddocks, myriads of streams, and bush covered slopes, provides a beautiful backdrop to this weekend event. Ultimately, the aim of the Taranaki Arts Trail is to build a greater understanding in the community of the processes involved in and the skills required, in creating a work of art. To assist the visitor with planning their self- guided tour of the Taranaki Arts Trail, it has been divided geographically into 5 smaller sections. These are North, East, South, West and New Plymouth. Admission is free. Visit the website to find out more about the artists and start planning your trip. Website: www.taranakiartstrail.co.nz Facebook: Taranaki Arts Trail
Puke Ariki –Exhibitions
Sunlight – Ihi Kōmaru Until 24 April 2016, Lower Ground Floor, Puke Ariki Museum Discover the secrets of the Sun in a fun new interactive exhibition for all ages, that shows how light has shaped the world around us. Sunlight - Ihi Kōmaru brings new life to the story of sunlight through interactive games, challenges and dynamic multimedia. Event: Environmental Lecture - Wednesday 9 March, 6pm - 7.30pm, Puke Ariki Museum Foyer Hear from Jenny Christie, Science Advisor at Department of Conservation, who is looking at how climate change is going to impact our native species and ecosystems in Taranaki and wider New Zealand. Event: The Water Bar - Sunday 3 April, 1pm - 4pm, Puke Ariki Museum Foyer The Water Bar is a boutique, pop-up bar that specialises in serving a variety of crafted waters, from carbonated artesian spring water, to sea water granita. While it offers a taste of the rare, interesting and quirky, it also offers an opportunity to re-examine the most common of waters we consume every day. The Water Bar is NOT R18, so feel free to bring the whole family by for a drink. Kuia Mau Moko: Photographs by Marti Friedlander 27 February - 10 April 2016, Waitara Library and Service Centre Kuia Mau Moko is an exhibition of 29 black-and-white photographs of Māori kuia who bore the indelible legacy of moko kauae - the tradition of incising and imbedding pigment into the skin on the chin of Māori women. Photographed by Marti Friedlander in the late 1960s and early 1970s at a time when it was believed the sun was setting on this ancient tradition of the Māori people, these kuia featured in the extraordinary book authored by the late Michael King in 1972, Moko – Māori Tattooing in the 20th century. Developed and toured by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Kuia Mau Moko (Herepo Rongo, from the Marti Friedlander series The Moko Suite).
Ko Taranaki Te Mounga From February 26, Level 2, Puke Ariki Museum This is the first exhibition to feature at Puke Ariki as part of its long-term exhibition refresh plan. It is an informative, interesting and interactive display of Mounga Taranaki and its affect on Taranaki geography, culture, and people. Someone’s Son: From My Fathers Albums 23 April – 22 May, Level 2, Puke Ariki Library A selection of photos taken by well-known Taranaki cricketer, the late Stan Betts MBE, who served during World War Two in the Western Desert campaign. The photos were taken by Betts during 1941-1943 and provide an insight into his war. Puke Ariki, 1 Ariki Street, New Plymouth. Phone: 06 759 6060 Website: www.pukeariki.com
Black Box Art Studio & Gallery
Taranaki artist Angela Sefton opens her new studio and gallery in an urban garden setting to the public in March 2016. Featuring original painting, photography & mixed media art, as well as a selection of unique art supplies and ‘The Fantail Collection’, original NZ vintage art by others. Open other hours by appointment.
84a Oranga Street, New Plymouth. Open: Wednesdays/Thursday 9.00 am – 3.00 pm, Friday 12 noon – 5.00 pm, Saturday 9.00 am – 1.00 pm Website: www.blackboxartstudio.com Email: angelamsefton@gmail.com Phone: 027 845 2190
Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre
The combined art museum has one entrance, through the original Govett-Brewster doors on New Plymouth’s Queen St.
Sister Corita’s Summer of Love A bright and colourful exhibition of screen-printed artwork by artist nun Sister Corita Kent, a determined advocate of civil rights, feminism, and anti-war activism during the 1960s in California. The exhibition is supported by graphic works from the Wellington Media Collective, Govett-Brewster Collection works by Colin McCahon, plus Auckland Art Gallery Collection works by Ed Ruscha and Marco Fusinato. Len Lye: Flora and Fauna This exhibition takes a journey through the natural world at the heart of Lye’s practice - the blueprint for his sensual and rhythmic art. Looking beyond the stainless steel sheen of his kinetic sculpture and the technical wizardry of his filmmaking, this exhibition explores the natural rhythms and imagery that inspired him. The exhibition includes rarely seen paintings, photogram, batik, films, and the vigorous kinetic sculpture Firebush. Also the brand-new kinetic sculpture Albatross is reconstructed in time for the summer by the Len Lye Foundation. Open: 10.00 am – 6.00 pm Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10.00 am – 9.00 pm Thursday Closed Tuesdays and Christmas Day. For information on the exhibitions, talks, workshops, family art-making and cinema screenings visit
www.govettbrewster.com
WOMAD 2016
18 - 20 March 2016 Brooklands Park, New Plymouth WOMAD brings music, culture, food and stories of countries spanning the planet. Let yourself be transported to another place, walk through the gates of WOMAD for a weekend and let them show you the world. Under 13 year olds get in free with a paying adult. WOMAD offers entertainment and stimulation for the whole family.
For WOMAD tickets and full performance schedule visit: http://www.womad.co.nz/
The NZ Art Show 2016
Event Dates: 3 - 6 June 2016 Entries are still open for artists to join New Zealand's largest and most popular platform for showcasing and selling original art. Held during Queen’s Birthday weekend in Wellington, The NZ Art Show selects artists work to present in a professional manner to thousands of art lovers. Open to all New Zealand artists to enter, the event is a great promotional tool for artists and a great place to buy original artwork. , The NZ Art Show promotes excellence in New Zealand art and offers exposure and prizes to artists. For terms and conditions and online entry information visit the website: www.artshow.co.nz
Gordon Harris – Online
Gordon Harris offers a wide range of supplies to New Zealand artists working in many mediums. Since the Art Shop in New Plymouth closed in 2015, many Taranaki artists are looking for new ways to access their equipment, supplies and art books. Ordering items from the Gordon Harris website is simple, courier delivery is prompt and they have regular sales and promotions. Visit: www.gordonharris.co.nz
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