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New Zealand National Mosaic Art Exhibition and Symposium

Estuary Arts Centre is pleased to present the 6th New Zealand National Mosaic Art Exhibition and Symposium for the month of September, in all five galleries.

Mosaic artists from around New Zealand have entered this exhibition, with over 100 artworks ranging from sculpture to wall works. There is also a special Youth section with fabulous prizes. International award-winning mosaic artist Carole Choucair Oueijan will be coming over from Los Angeles to judge the show and to facilitate a three-day workshop. The winning entries will be announced on Friday 7 September at the opening at 6.30pm. On Saturday 8 September, come along to listen to the Carol Choucair Oueijan talk about her mosaic work in LA; Liz Hood will present her newly-launched Mosaic book while Ellie Fijn and Susanne Williamson will talk about the Nelson walkway mosaic couch. There will also be 15-minute free demo sessions all day on Saturday, conducted by a range of artists including polystyrene carver Kate Lang. Mosaic and craft merchandise stands will be onsite – so bring your wallet and pick up some bargains.

For more information about this National event visit www.estuaryarts.org, or phone the Centre on 09 426 5570.

“The Art of Mosaics” the 6th New Zealand National Mosaic Art Exhibition 05 to 30 September

Symposium of workshops and talks Sat 8 and Sun 9 Sept

International judge: Carole Choucair Oueijan

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