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Raetihi Arts Exhibition
Raetihi Arts Trust Gallery, 59 Seddon St Raetihi | 07 Mar - 30 Jun 24Our new exhibition features Michael Barker and a small selection from Thames artist Leigh Matthews and local artist Noeline Bishop
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Artist Statement: Noeline Bishop
My art works displayed, depict over
20 years of art passion. Born with a desire to create is why I sign with my
maiden name – N M Dwan
My journey has been dominated with 40
years of farming here at Horopito and an obsessive love for gardening. My art
is full of natural inspiration from living under the majesty of Mt Ruapehu
surrounded by wildlife and nature.
I have no formal art training, so
what you see is my passion on paper. I have never tried to sell my works but I
have given many away or painted scenes for my kids when they request a
painting. I create in my studio at Horopito surrounded by many ‘how to’ art
books, sketch pads, failed paintings and promise on the board for the next
creation. My works are in a contemporary realism style of landscapes, flowers
or animal portraits, they keep multiplying and are on my walls everywhere. It
is a pleasure to share them with you.
When more time allowed away from farm
and family my art learning journey took me to art workshops around New Zealand.
With Ben Ho, David Henshaw, Susan Harrison Tustain, Svetlana Orinko and Karlyn
Holman. Lately I am inspired by professional artists on the internet like,
Morten Solberg, Sergey Temerev, Thomas Schaller and Joseph Zbukvic.
I have only used water colour paints;
I just love the unexpected colour mixing and my patience is happy with the
quick drying time.
Art creation is a long journey of
learning skills and techniques with the culmination of the painting process
that I soon get lost in. If you ask me how I paint, I don’t really know. David
Henshaw’s brilliant advice to me was – ‘just do it, you’ll soon find your own
art voice’
Artist Statement: Leigh Matthews
Leigh is deeply passionate about history, particularly drawn to the stories of Polynesia, China, and Scandinavia, which heavily inspire his sculptures. His work delves into the intricate relationship between the physical and spiritual realms, crafting pieces that evoke profound connections.
Utilising stoneware clay, Leigh meticulously fires his ceramics in an electric kiln, ensuring each piece reflects his artistic vision with lasting quality. Additionally, his wooden creations are masterfully crafted from recycled kauri wood, infusing them with a rich historical narrative inherent to New Zealand.
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