PINK RIBBON MORNING TEA

Breast cancer is one of those terrible diseases that touches far too many New Zealand women and their families - the only way to combat it is through research and treatment.

Selwyn MP, Nicola Grigg is hosting a Pink Ribbon Morning Tea on Thursday, May 25th, at Te Ara Ātea (Rolleston Library), to help raise money for the Breast Cancer Foundation. She would love for as many women across Selwyn as possible to attend and help support this incredible organisation!

“We are lucky to be joined by

West Melton's own Debbie and James Casson as guest speakers.

Debbie was diagnosed with a rare type of sinus cancer in 2012, and just four days later, she was diagnosed with breast cancer after she'd been for a routine mammogram. Debbie used that life-changing experience as motivation to retrain in cosmetic tattooing for women who've undergone breast reconstruction. She's since founded Lady Ink Cosmetic Tattooing to help others in their recovery process,” explained Nicola.

“Please do come along, bring a friend, and help support this important cause. Doors will be open from 9:45am, with the morning tea and guest speaker starting at 10:00am.” Nicola concluded.

Registration is essential due to limited space. The cost is $20 per person - please pay on the day via cash or online through the fundraising portal: pinkribbonbreakfast.co.nz/page/ nicolagriggmp

To RSVP email Nicola.GriggMP@parliament.govt.nz or phone 03 344 2800

Selwyn Art Show

The much anticipated Selwyn Art Show will be held at the Rolleston Community Centre during the last weekend of May. The Show will feature more than seventy five artists from all over the Canterbury region, with a large number of local Selwyn artists represented. The Exhibits will include sculpture, painting, printmaking, ceramics, photography and fibre crafts. This is the 21st annual Art Show held by the Arts Heart Selwyn Central Arts Council, and each year it grows in size, with more artists exhibiting.

Local Selwyn stone carver Julie Shanks is excited to be displaying her sculptural works at the Show again this year.

“I am excited to be involved with the Selwyn Art Show for 2023, both as an exhibitor and as part of the organising team this year,” commented Julie.

Since moving to Kirwee from Upper Hutt four years ago, Julie has immersed herself in the local art scene, joining Arts Heart Selwyn, the Selwyn Artists Collective and is on the exhibitions team at Te Huanui Gallery. Julie believes this involvement has given her opportunities to develop and extend her work.

Julie’s inspiration for her creative stone sculptures comes from the shapes, light patterns and textures she notices in nature. She carefully observes the landscape, structures and buildings around her and references artworks and photos. “Textures, light and shadows are important aspects for me to include in my work,” added Julie.

Julie is interested in repurposing discarded materials and items in her sculptures. She finds reusing found objects like this in her art can be challenging but also interesting and exciting.

“I have used pieces of trees, shells, stones, wires, glass blocks and dishes bought from op shops, along with insulators from power poles. Some of the stone I use is weathered and recycled from old buildings,” Julie concluded.

Julie’s sculptures explore the contrast between the materials she uses, incorporating forms, textures and colours.

This year Julie will be bringing a selection of her imaginative stone carvings to share with visitors to the Selwyn Art Show. Art lovers of all ages, are invited to come along and be inspired by the creativity on display. Artwork is available for purchase throughout the weekend, and eftpos is available.

For more information visit www.artsheart.nz/ annual-exhibition or see advertisement in this issue for further details.

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