“7am at Java Hut” is the larger one of two oil paintings done of Java Hut, the funky coffee place in Mapua. For some locals it has become tradition to meet in the morning at 7am when the shop opens to grab a coffee and then go for a walk to the waterfront. Two of these men are related to the artist and therefore it was a particular joy to paint this work. There is Uncle Frank, sitting next to…
Brushstrokes of the Wild Painting Trees in the Landscape 1-Day Workshop - All Mediums are welcome! Date: Saturday 23rd August – 9:30am – 3:30pm Location: Bridge Rooms, 32 Tudor Street, Motueka Tutor: Nicole Russell Cost: $60 Motueka Art Group members, $70 non members During this 1-Day workshop you will explore the structure, tonal value and colour of trees. We will also talk about the importance of trees in a landscape to create depth. At the end of the day you…
The Mapua Community Library is currently showing my artwork. It is a lovely little library, independent from the big libraries around us and solely run by volunteers. Because I’m a local artist the team invited me to exhibit my paintings. Since I like to paint local scenes it’s lovely to show them at a local venue and I want to thank the library for the support and work they are doing in the community. If you are interested come and…
The Marlborough Art Society - Members' Annual Exhibition has started last week. It is a fabulous exhibition! 9th - 24th August 2025 (10:30am - 4:30pm) Marlborough Art Society 204 High Street, Blenheim