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PO Box 1018 Hamilton 3240 April 2014 Art Connections WSA CELEBRATING 80 YEARS IN 2014!! UPCOMING MEMBER’S EXHIBITION This years Member’s Exhibition is to be a special event given it is the WSA’s 80th year anniversary. As part of the entry you will need to provide an item of memorabilia that has for you a personal connection to the WSA – it could be anything from an old photo, to a recipe, etc. This may used in a special publication which will be launched at the opening night. If you are not entering but you have any memorabilia that could be included in the publication, please be in contact with Michelle at the office. So far here are the details: Title: (tba) Where: ArtsPost Gallery Exhibition dates: 24 th Oct – 24 th Nov Opening event: 23rd October Entries close: August 29 th Judge: David Lloyd Theme: Celebration Media: 2/3d, no installations Size: max 1000x1500mm Criteria: This is a selected show and artworks must have been produced between August 2013 and now. PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE A big welcome to Brooke our newest member of staff, in the role of administration assistant; please if you’re at the office pop in and say hello. Up and coming events to look forward to: we have three of our very own WSA members exhibiting this coming month, Christina Melchior and Caroline Blaire, plus the opening of the Meteor. We also have Waiprint coming up in August, and the member’s show scheduled for October. And there are so many more opportunities locally and nationally inside our newsletter, so stay tuned for times, dates and criteria and we hope you’re all painting and creating. After roughing it in Hastings at horse of the year camping in a horse-float with two smelly teenagers I was fortunate to have had the opportunity to see the Hawkes bay annual art exhibition, a lovely selection of community arts from the bay and surrounding districts. Following that I dropped into the Hastings city art gallery and saw some beautiful and intriguing works by Gerda Leenards - the blue ribbon - painted screens, panels and drawings of the trips down China's river Li; Fiona fox - inscription of my breath - sculptures of threads, clay and wire - amazing fine sculptures and thought evoking works; Ben Pearce - advice from a caterpillar - sculptures which also were stunning and then lastly the amazing Jeff Thomson - corrugations- stunning sculptures and works. I also managed to taste some of the bay’s delicious pinot gris and sauvignon blanc.... so the big long drive, the heat, dust, flies, the exhibitions and Jessica coming 6th with a prize and ribbon all was not lost. A great week away. Hastings is well worth a visit. Melany Sutherland

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Page 1: April 2014 newsletter WSA

PO Box 1018 Hamilton 3240

April 2014

Art Connections 8 Art Connections

WSA OFFICE AND ART SCHOOL ArtsPost, 120 Victoria Street P.O. Box 1018 Hamilton, 3240 Phone Anne or Michelle on 839 4481 Office Hours: Mon/Tues 8.30am - 5pm, Wed 8.30am - 1pm, Thu/Fri 8.30am - 12pm. Website: www.wsa.org.nz EDITOR Michelle Colson 839 4481 Email: [email protected]

WSA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Patron: Joan Fear President Elect: Melany Sutherland Hon. Solicitor: Warren Scotter Auditor: Grant Mackintosh Treasurer: Gary Douglas Executive Committee: Don Shirley, Elwyn Stone, Christine Melchior, Steve Gow, Mark Curtis, Helen Dowling, Nicolette Brodnax, Steph Chalmers, Barbara Weedon. Secretary : Michelle Colson

NEWSLETTER ADVERTISING RATES Inserts $80 per page (printed and delivered to WSA) Full Page $240 (available only if space available) Half Page $120 colour Quarter page $70 colour What’s on and Members short ads – up to five lines are free.

MEMBERS ADVERTISMENTS One of the perks of membership is the opportunity to advertise (for free) something of your work or upcoming exhibitions up to 50 words (without enlargement or photos).

FROM THE EDITOR This WSA Art Connections Newsletter could not be created on this occasion without the help of Anne Kalnins, Barry Smith and as always, Michelle Colson, our Manager & Secretary. Thanks to you all. And a very special thanks to SHARP who continue to help us substantially with our photocopying and to Warehouse Stationery who supply our paper. Please do let them know how grateful we are when you do your buying.

WSA CELEBRATING 80 YEARS IN 2014!! UPCOMING MEMBER’S EXHIBITION This years Member’s Exhibition is to be a special event given it is the WSA’s 80th year anniversary. As part of the entry you will need to provide an item of memorabilia that has for you a personal connection to the WSA – it could be anything from an old photo, to a recipe, etc. This may used in a special publication which will be launched at the opening night.

If you are not entering but you have any memorabilia that could be included in the publication, please be in contact with Michelle at the office. So far here are the details:

Title: (tba) Where: ArtsPost Gallery Exhibition dates: 24th Oct – 24th Nov Opening event: 23rd October Entries close: August 29th Judge: David Lloyd Theme: Celebration Media: 2/3d, no installations Size: max 1000x1500mm Criteria: This is a selected show and artworks must have been produced between August 2013 and now.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE A big welcome to Brooke our newest member of staff, in the role of administration assistant; please if you’re at the office pop in and say hello. Up and coming events to look forward to: we have three of our very own WSA members exhibiting this coming month, Christina Melchior and Caroline Blaire, plus the opening of the Meteor. We also have Waiprint coming up in August, and the member’s show scheduled for October. And there are so many more opportunities locally and nationally inside our newsletter, so stay tuned for times, dates and criteria and we hope you’re all painting and creating. After roughing it in Hastings at horse of the year camping in a horse-float with two smelly teenagers I was fortunate to have had the opportunity to see the Hawkes bay annual art exhibition, a lovely selection of community arts from the bay and surrounding districts. Following that I dropped into the Hastings city art gallery and saw some beautiful and intriguing works by Gerda Leenards - the blue ribbon - painted screens, panels and drawings of the trips down China's river Li; Fiona fox - inscription of my breath - sculptures of threads, clay and wire - amazing fine sculptures and thought evoking works; Ben Pearce - advice from a caterpillar - sculptures which also were stunning and then lastly the amazing Jeff Thomson - corrugations- stunning sculptures and works. I also managed to taste some of the bay’s delicious pinot gris and sauvignon blanc.... so the big long drive, the heat, dust, flies, the exhibitions and Jessica coming 6th with a prize and ribbon all was not lost. A great week away. Hastings is well worth a visit.

Melany Sutherland

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GRATEFUL Printing of WSA newsletter is supported by:

The Creative Thinking Project at Creative Waikato Special Guest Speaker: Nancy C. Andreasen M.D., Ph.D. World Leading Expert in Creativity & Neuroscience The capacity to be creative, to produce new concepts, ideas, inventions, objects, or art, is perhaps the most important attribute of the human brain. Yet we know very little about the neurological nature of creativity. This remarkable speaker will discuss the questions: How do we define creativity? How is it related to intelligence? What is happening in the brain when it is being creative? How can creativity be enhanced or nurtured; or can it? Two Sessions and entry by Koha: 1pm Creativity and Mood Disorder (1hr) 5.30pm Creative Genius vs IQ (1hr) The Creative Thinking Project is interested in deepening understanding of the creative process, enabling a conversation about the value of creative thought, preparing students for the 21st century by helping them to think creatively and establishing the value of the arts in building a healthy society.http://creativewaikato.co.nz/calendar/event/638/the-creative-brain-with-nancy-c-andreasen-md-phd

For Sale 5 large sheets of hardboard which are undercoated for painting. Make an offer. A couple of small ones also. Need to collect with a station wagon or large car. Phone Elaine at 843 6203

WSA TIMELINE FOR EVENTS 2014 Waikato River Art Awards entries close 2 May Ida Carey Play 2 - 4 May Waiprint Exhibition 15th Aug - 15th Sept Members Exhibition 24th Oct - 24th Nov

* dates could be subject to change

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WSA IS DELIGHTED TO BE SUPPORTING:

Entries close: Friday 2nd May 2014 Exhibition 11—25 June 2014 north end of Te Awa Mall Judged by Fred Graham, James Ormsby and Barbara Moke Theme: ‘Tooku Awa Koioroa’ - The river of life, each curve more beautiful than the last. Fabulous Prize Categories for 2 dimensional works: Overall $3,000 Youth $750 Waikato-Tainui $750 People’s Choice $500 Entry forms available at the office or please go to: https://www.facebook.com/wraa2014

NEW ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT AT WSA Introducing: Brooke Baker

Brooke is a creative soul, an early-thirties woman who likes to help getting things moving forward. A lady of many hats, literal & figuratively, she is a professional photographer, is a performing musician & leader of a community choir, a graphic designer, filmmaker. Brooke enjoys riding her vintage bike, a jolly good laugh, an early morning jog, time exploring, reading or hearing a decent story & generally enjoying whatever life throws her way. A big motivator for Brooke is collaborating with or working alongside interesting creative people, who revel in life & celebrate what they love.

Ramp Gallery Collingwood St, Hamilton 3 - 25 April 2014 Opening Preview: Wednesday 2nd April 5:00-7:00pm MALL CITY by Elisapeta Heta. Designed to provoke engagement with the connection that malls create with city and public space, MALL CITY seeks to locate and challenge the identity of Hamilton in relation to the recent large scale development of sprawling mall spaces that contribute significantly to how the city is defined. Elisapeta will hold an artist talk in the gallery with curator Kim Paton - Wednesday 2 April 4:00pm.

Sandz Gallery 6 Kent St, Hamilton 1 - 14 April Rust, Riches & Reactions by Christine Melchior

WALLACE ART GALLERY April 10th to May 6th John Hoby A Recent Series Mark Graver Umbra Sumus April 10th to 22nd Lance Schwabauer The unknown destination of a path never taken April 24th to May 6th Signal Response Revolutionary Acts

More opportunities to exhibit your artworks here:

The Art Sale - debuts in Hamilton September 2014 provides an opportunity for everyone from first time buyers to experienced collectors to view good quality art from emerging and established New Zealand artists. An extensive collection of original artwork representing a broad spectrum of styles and media will be available for purchase in a large exhibition setting. To apply check here: http://theartsale.co.nz/

Looking for artists to exhibit at Equidays. To apply check here: http://www.equidays.co.nz/2014-prospectus-and-application/

The Christchurch Art Show debuts June 19th this year. The show is select and is also a competition exhibition. Any artist entering the show can enter the awards that The Christchurch Art Show has on offer. For more information go to www.chchartshow.co.nz or view The Christchurch Art Show Facebook page on https://www.facebook.com/chchartshow.co.nz National Art Award encourages artists to get wired First prize $8,000, Second prize $1,000 Third prize $500 To read the competition criteria and download an entry form please visit www.fieldays.co.nz/enterno8wire

130 Anglesea Street Phone: 07 838 1814

THANKS FROM WSA Many thanks to Ali Timmings. Jan Kaywood and Ruth Davey for folding, stuffing and stamping to get the March newsletter out. Nice chance for a chat and a cuppa. Volunteers always welcome for this - let Michelle know if you would like to be put on the list!

QUITE A WOMAN, IDA CAREY. PAINTER Postponement of Ida Carey Play Until: Friday 2nd May 6.30pm preceded by a special wine and cheese event provided by the WSA which you are all invited to. Saturday 3rd May 6.30pm Sunday 4th May 6.30pm.

Meteor Theatre The Ida Carey play has been postponed from its previous performance date of March 7-9th 2014 due to time commitments in regard to the actors. If anyone wants seats, please contact Campbell Smith’s son, Ben on 021-406-940 or email [email protected].

Book this in your 2014 WSA calendar!

WSA ART SCHOOL Term one has sped by alarmingly. Watching everyone’s art work developing is always interesting.

Term Two - Autumn commences 12th May There are vacancies, but be in quick, as a number of classes continue to be filled by people re-enrolling. Our classes are very popular. Recently I picked up a delightful little book Wildflowers in Watercolour, a journal by an Australian artist Philippa Nikulinsky. They are not strictly botanical illustrations as artistic license has been applied. Watercolour is a very versatile medium, it can be bold and bright, soft and subtle, loose and flowing or highly detailed, and whatever takes your fancy. Much patience is required with this particular type of painting! The art school has a big following in Watercolour.

Art Holiday Programme for children in April 2 days - Wednesday 23rd - Thursday 24th $54 9-12 noon or 3 days - Monday 28th - Wednesday 30th $80 9-12 noon All materials supplied - to enroll phone Anne on 8394481

Anne Kalnins

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The other event I attended was "Opera at Twilight" from Opera Brava - a wonderful selection of opera highlights in a superb setting; well timed to catch the last of the evening light.

On top of all this was the new Tropical Garden which had just been opened - it was situated on one of the main thoroughfares throughout the Gardens Arts Festival - well visited and another source of civic pride. And to think that these gardens used to be the Hamilton rubbish dump when I arrived in 1972.

Barry Smith

WHAT’S ON OR COMING SOON The following links will give you access to more extensive information both within and beyond the items below. If you are getting your newsletter by Email all you have to do is click on the link!

http://creativewaikato.co.nz/ http://www.whatsonhamilton.co.nz/ http://www.waikatomuseum.co.nz/ http://www.waikatomuseum.co.nz/page/pageid/2145844115/ArtsPost_Galleries www.theframingworkshop.co.nz http://galleryartisans.co.nz/ http://www.inspirit.co.nz/page/5-Welcome http://ramp.mediarts.net.nz/ http://www.morrinsvillegallery.org.nz/ https://www.facebook.com/drawinc And check our Website for the latest: www.wsa.org.nz

Or like us on Facebook to participate and keep up to date

UNTUTORED LIFE DRAWING Hamilton Boating and Fishing Club on Grantham Street. Fridays 12:30 to 2:30 COST : $10 Phone Sandra Rodgers on 849-0448 or just come along.

Calder & Lawson Gallery 50 Year Mix - A Selection of Works from the University of Waikato Art Collection 14 Feb - 9 May The University of Waikato Art Collection began just prior to the establishment of the institution itself and has developed into a nationally respected collection of diverse works over the last half century. The current collection presents a mix of cultures, subject matter and media, and serves to inspire, surprise, shock and influence people as they move through the University campus. Gavin Gifford Gallery Te Awamutu Museum 135 Roche Street, Te Awamutu 21 March- 30 May 2014 Painting my way home: Plein air Waipa A collection of plein air paintings of the Waipa district by local artist, Jennie De Groot. The paintings chronicle the assimilation of the landscape into the psych of belonging Originally from South Africa, Jennie has used the process of painting the area to create memories that make a place home, effectively, painting her way home

Inspirit Gallery 'Shades of Autumn' March-8 April 2014 A collection of exciting new paintings, ceramics, sculpture, glass and NZ made fashion.

WAIKATO MUSEUM Until 15 June 2014 With Bold Needle & Thread 1920 - 1960 Vintage needlework from the Rosemary McLeod Collection ]Until 4 May 2014 Roman Machines Julius Caesar Military Genius and Mighty Machines Until 13 April 2014 Smither! Michael Smither Works from the Collections 12 October 2013 - 27 April 2014 Espresso Stories - The Secret Life of Coffee

ARTS POST GALLERY Until 28th March - 28th April 2014 Opening Preview Thursday 27th March 5.30pm What a Journey! A Retrospective Miriam Saphira – Mixed Media wishUwereHere Susan St Lawrence and Helen Perrett – Ceramics Rhythm and Blues Sally Ann Davies and Michelle Edlin - Painting and Printmaking

The first ever PILOT exhibition 5 Ward St. Hamilton City 28th March — 18th April 2014 Opening 27th March at 5pm Refreshments provided by Good George. 'RE: 400' with David Ed Cooper, Thomas Hinton & James Wylie. The Framing Workshop 120 Silverdale Rd, Silverdale 28 March - 1 May Opening Preview Friday 28 March 5.30 - 7pm Seasonal Seascapes: Raglan Photographs from Paul Abbitt Creative Waitomo Art exhibition 54 Te Kumi Road, opposite Bosco Café Official opening: Friday March 28 5pm to 7pm Exhibition open March 29 to April 13 10am to 4pm daily Artists include Jane Gannaway, Ron Gannaway, Dean Corbett, Heather McLean, Jo Gallagher, John Fryday, Andrea Hanna, Rob Drew and Lisa Ormsby. The Garden Art Studio 1234 Kaipaki Rd Cambridge 8 – 27 April Caroline Blair (will be in gallery Weds and Fridays) 'Painting with Print & Layered Landscapes' Emily Eales - ceramic 'Pobbles' characters The Little Blue House Katikati Situated n the heart of Katikati the Little Blue House is a unique art gallery. Only $10 a day and NO commission charges on any sales made. Please call Kristin 07.549 2906 or 021 1199337 View us on www.nzmuraltown.co.nz

SUMMER ON THE WINGS OF A MONARCH BUTTERFLY I didn't get to much of the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival this year but what I did see was enough. The crowd was great and everyone was happy. Like the Hamilton Gardens which attract visitors by the busload this event is now a must see and a source of great civic pride. One morning as my son and I were making our way to the free jazz event a man smiled so much at us that we stopped and asked if he knew us. He smiled even more and reached into his wallet and gave us his card. It and his American accent announced that he was President of the Oakland Raiders NFL Supporters Club. He'd seen the cap Byron was wearing! It was great lying back in the shade on a halcyon day listening to the jazz wafting through the gardens. Just as good, was the "Sparkling Gems" concert Catherine and I attended. This featured students of the world class University of Waikato Conservatorium of Music and supported by the Hamilton Chamber Music Society. The key phrase you heard after the concert was "what amazing young talent" - the performance of the works was of the highest professional standard. At one stage I believe I drifted off on the wings of one of the monarch butterflies wafting through the Chinoiserie Garden. Then there were the several concerts of symphonic music, operatic events (including Dame Malvina Major) cultural events art shows and much more. Some of the more professional events were ticketed but much was free. The Waikato Society of Arts, sponsored by the Philip Vela Family Trust, ran the New Zealand Painting and Printmaking Award - wonderful art from all over the country. It opened with a gala event and the art display was attended by over 2000 people on the first weekend alone.

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NZPPA, WSA AND VOLUNTEERS Did you all notice how smoothly the NZPPA Gala Opening (our biggest event each year) proceeded? Just seemed so effortless, right? Well don’t be deceived by how easy it all seemed. There was a lot of hard work went on behind the scenes and I thought it worthwhile to let you all know how much the organizing committee had to do and how important your voluntary efforts are to the smooth running. So what are the things that must be done? It all starts in April with the final-izing of the Sponsor’s (The Philip Vela Family Trust) commitment – we never take their support for granted. Oh, and the major sponsors are not the only ones that need to be found. Then comes the selection of and securing the services of a suitable Judge. Not just a couple of letters for this most important of decisions. Then comes reviewing the rules and advertising them to the art world. Sit back and relax – no - there is still much to be done. The venue must be secured. Printers and caterers need to be lined up. And there is continuous liaison with the WSA Executive Com-mittee throughout. Closer to the event the entries must be collated and sent of to the Judge. The Judge selects a number of finalists. They must be informed, as must be the many submitters who were unsuccess-ful. An unpleasant task. At this stage the enormity of the project starts to in-terfere with sleep patterns and you reach out for help. Hopefully volunteers have already been obtained – no matter what; volunteers must be reminded or more sought. Just a few volunteers? Nah, quite a few are needed. Think of this. Unpacking of all the final-ists, hanging all the works, recording and storing the arrivals and their pack-ing materials. Liaising with the volun-teers, the caterers, the Press, the print-ers, and the all important sponsors and guests – and a myriad of last minute chores. Finished? Nah.Then all the opening hours of the exhibition have to be manned. Two people by two lots of three hours for each of the thirteen days have to act as docents. Good fun and quite a good job if you like smiling and interaction with the public. They’re and interesting and often informative bunch!

And then there is a dehanging session and a packing and posting session. Finished yet? Nah, but the back of it is broken. All that is left is the debriefing and recommendations for the next year’s event. It seems to me that the same peo-ple keep turning up – and they are getting older! So when the next call goes out for volunteers, spare a thought for the old folk who’ve been at it for years. Put your name forward and start to learn and be-come part of one of the best art shows in NZ. Oh, and I nearly forgot. Volunteers get an invitation to the judge’s floor talk before the show opens – one of the best parts of the event – no one else! And the satisfaction of having been part of a great event. And a special thanks to all those who helped so much for this year's NZPPA. Well done.

Barry Smith

4 5 Art Connections Art Connections

We are grateful to our sponsors:     

  

 The Philip Vela Family Trust 

    

    

     

        

     Photos: Christine Melchior

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NZPPA, WSA AND VOLUNTEERS Did you all notice how smoothly the NZPPA Gala Opening (our biggest event each year) proceeded? Just seemed so effortless, right? Well don’t be deceived by how easy it all seemed. There was a lot of hard work went on behind the scenes and I thought it worthwhile to let you all know how much the organizing committee had to do and how important your voluntary efforts are to the smooth running. So what are the things that must be done? It all starts in April with the final-izing of the Sponsor’s (The Philip Vela Family Trust) commitment – we never take their support for granted. Oh, and the major sponsors are not the only ones that need to be found. Then comes the selection of and securing the services of a suitable Judge. Not just a couple of letters for this most important of decisions. Then comes reviewing the rules and advertising them to the art world. Sit back and relax – no - there is still much to be done. The venue must be secured. Printers and caterers need to be lined up. And there is continuous liaison with the WSA Executive Com-mittee throughout. Closer to the event the entries must be collated and sent of to the Judge. The Judge selects a number of finalists. They must be informed, as must be the many submitters who were unsuccess-ful. An unpleasant task. At this stage the enormity of the project starts to in-terfere with sleep patterns and you reach out for help. Hopefully volunteers have already been obtained – no matter what; volunteers must be reminded or more sought. Just a few volunteers? Nah, quite a few are needed. Think of this. Unpacking of all the final-ists, hanging all the works, recording and storing the arrivals and their pack-ing materials. Liaising with the volun-teers, the caterers, the Press, the print-ers, and the all important sponsors and guests – and a myriad of last minute chores. Finished? Nah.Then all the opening hours of the exhibition have to be manned. Two people by two lots of three hours for each of the thirteen days have to act as docents. Good fun and quite a good job if you like smiling and interaction with the public. They’re and interesting and often informative bunch!

And then there is a dehanging session and a packing and posting session. Finished yet? Nah, but the back of it is broken. All that is left is the debriefing and recommendations for the next year’s event. It seems to me that the same peo-ple keep turning up – and they are getting older! So when the next call goes out for volunteers, spare a thought for the old folk who’ve been at it for years. Put your name forward and start to learn and be-come part of one of the best art shows in NZ. Oh, and I nearly forgot. Volunteers get an invitation to the judge’s floor talk before the show opens – one of the best parts of the event – no one else! And the satisfaction of having been part of a great event. And a special thanks to all those who helped so much for this year's NZPPA. Well done.

Barry Smith

4 5 Art Connections Art Connections

We are grateful to our sponsors:     

  

 The Philip Vela Family Trust 

    

    

     

        

     Photos: Christine Melchior

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The other event I attended was "Opera at Twilight" from Opera Brava - a wonderful selection of opera highlights in a superb setting; well timed to catch the last of the evening light.

On top of all this was the new Tropical Garden which had just been opened - it was situated on one of the main thoroughfares throughout the Gardens Arts Festival - well visited and another source of civic pride. And to think that these gardens used to be the Hamilton rubbish dump when I arrived in 1972.

Barry Smith

WHAT’S ON OR COMING SOON The following links will give you access to more extensive information both within and beyond the items below. If you are getting your newsletter by Email all you have to do is click on the link!

http://creativewaikato.co.nz/ http://www.whatsonhamilton.co.nz/ http://www.waikatomuseum.co.nz/ http://www.waikatomuseum.co.nz/page/pageid/2145844115/ArtsPost_Galleries www.theframingworkshop.co.nz http://galleryartisans.co.nz/ http://www.inspirit.co.nz/page/5-Welcome http://ramp.mediarts.net.nz/ http://www.morrinsvillegallery.org.nz/ https://www.facebook.com/drawinc And check our Website for the latest: www.wsa.org.nz

Or like us on Facebook to participate and keep up to date

UNTUTORED LIFE DRAWING Hamilton Boating and Fishing Club on Grantham Street. Fridays 12:30 to 2:30 COST : $10 Phone Sandra Rodgers on 849-0448 or just come along.

Calder & Lawson Gallery 50 Year Mix - A Selection of Works from the University of Waikato Art Collection 14 Feb - 9 May The University of Waikato Art Collection began just prior to the establishment of the institution itself and has developed into a nationally respected collection of diverse works over the last half century. The current collection presents a mix of cultures, subject matter and media, and serves to inspire, surprise, shock and influence people as they move through the University campus. Gavin Gifford Gallery Te Awamutu Museum 135 Roche Street, Te Awamutu 21 March- 30 May 2014 Painting my way home: Plein air Waipa A collection of plein air paintings of the Waipa district by local artist, Jennie De Groot. The paintings chronicle the assimilation of the landscape into the psych of belonging Originally from South Africa, Jennie has used the process of painting the area to create memories that make a place home, effectively, painting her way home

Inspirit Gallery 'Shades of Autumn' March-8 April 2014 A collection of exciting new paintings, ceramics, sculpture, glass and NZ made fashion.

WAIKATO MUSEUM Until 15 June 2014 With Bold Needle & Thread 1920 - 1960 Vintage needlework from the Rosemary McLeod Collection ]Until 4 May 2014 Roman Machines Julius Caesar Military Genius and Mighty Machines Until 13 April 2014 Smither! Michael Smither Works from the Collections 12 October 2013 - 27 April 2014 Espresso Stories - The Secret Life of Coffee

ARTS POST GALLERY Until 28th March - 28th April 2014 Opening Preview Thursday 27th March 5.30pm What a Journey! A Retrospective Miriam Saphira – Mixed Media wishUwereHere Susan St Lawrence and Helen Perrett – Ceramics Rhythm and Blues Sally Ann Davies and Michelle Edlin - Painting and Printmaking

The first ever PILOT exhibition 5 Ward St. Hamilton City 28th March — 18th April 2014 Opening 27th March at 5pm Refreshments provided by Good George. 'RE: 400' with David Ed Cooper, Thomas Hinton & James Wylie. The Framing Workshop 120 Silverdale Rd, Silverdale 28 March - 1 May Opening Preview Friday 28 March 5.30 - 7pm Seasonal Seascapes: Raglan Photographs from Paul Abbitt Creative Waitomo Art exhibition 54 Te Kumi Road, opposite Bosco Café Official opening: Friday March 28 5pm to 7pm Exhibition open March 29 to April 13 10am to 4pm daily Artists include Jane Gannaway, Ron Gannaway, Dean Corbett, Heather McLean, Jo Gallagher, John Fryday, Andrea Hanna, Rob Drew and Lisa Ormsby. The Garden Art Studio 1234 Kaipaki Rd Cambridge 8 – 27 April Caroline Blair (will be in gallery Weds and Fridays) 'Painting with Print & Layered Landscapes' Emily Eales - ceramic 'Pobbles' characters The Little Blue House Katikati Situated n the heart of Katikati the Little Blue House is a unique art gallery. Only $10 a day and NO commission charges on any sales made. Please call Kristin 07.549 2906 or 021 1199337 View us on www.nzmuraltown.co.nz

SUMMER ON THE WINGS OF A MONARCH BUTTERFLY I didn't get to much of the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival this year but what I did see was enough. The crowd was great and everyone was happy. Like the Hamilton Gardens which attract visitors by the busload this event is now a must see and a source of great civic pride. One morning as my son and I were making our way to the free jazz event a man smiled so much at us that we stopped and asked if he knew us. He smiled even more and reached into his wallet and gave us his card. It and his American accent announced that he was President of the Oakland Raiders NFL Supporters Club. He'd seen the cap Byron was wearing! It was great lying back in the shade on a halcyon day listening to the jazz wafting through the gardens. Just as good, was the "Sparkling Gems" concert Catherine and I attended. This featured students of the world class University of Waikato Conservatorium of Music and supported by the Hamilton Chamber Music Society. The key phrase you heard after the concert was "what amazing young talent" - the performance of the works was of the highest professional standard. At one stage I believe I drifted off on the wings of one of the monarch butterflies wafting through the Chinoiserie Garden. Then there were the several concerts of symphonic music, operatic events (including Dame Malvina Major) cultural events art shows and much more. Some of the more professional events were ticketed but much was free. The Waikato Society of Arts, sponsored by the Philip Vela Family Trust, ran the New Zealand Painting and Printmaking Award - wonderful art from all over the country. It opened with a gala event and the art display was attended by over 2000 people on the first weekend alone.

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GRATEFUL Printing of WSA newsletter is supported by:

The Creative Thinking Project at Creative Waikato Special Guest Speaker: Nancy C. Andreasen M.D., Ph.D. World Leading Expert in Creativity & Neuroscience The capacity to be creative, to produce new concepts, ideas, inventions, objects, or art, is perhaps the most important attribute of the human brain. Yet we know very little about the neurological nature of creativity. This remarkable speaker will discuss the questions: How do we define creativity? How is it related to intelligence? What is happening in the brain when it is being creative? How can creativity be enhanced or nurtured; or can it? Two Sessions and entry by Koha: 1pm Creativity and Mood Disorder (1hr) 5.30pm Creative Genius vs IQ (1hr) The Creative Thinking Project is interested in deepening understanding of the creative process, enabling a conversation about the value of creative thought, preparing students for the 21st century by helping them to think creatively and establishing the value of the arts in building a healthy society.http://creativewaikato.co.nz/calendar/event/638/the-creative-brain-with-nancy-c-andreasen-md-phd

For Sale 5 large sheets of hardboard which are undercoated for painting. Make an offer. A couple of small ones also. Need to collect with a station wagon or large car. Phone Elaine at 843 6203

WSA TIMELINE FOR EVENTS 2014 Waikato River Art Awards entries close 2 May Ida Carey Play 2 - 4 May Waiprint Exhibition 15th Aug - 15th Sept Members Exhibition 24th Oct - 24th Nov

* dates could be subject to change

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WSA IS DELIGHTED TO BE SUPPORTING:

Entries close: Friday 2nd May 2014 Exhibition 11—25 June 2014 north end of Te Awa Mall Judged by Fred Graham, James Ormsby and Barbara Moke Theme: ‘Tooku Awa Koioroa’ - The river of life, each curve more beautiful than the last. Fabulous Prize Categories for 2 dimensional works: Overall $3,000 Youth $750 Waikato-Tainui $750 People’s Choice $500 Entry forms available at the office or please go to: https://www.facebook.com/wraa2014

NEW ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT AT WSA Introducing: Brooke Baker

Brooke is a creative soul, an early-thirties woman who likes to help getting things moving forward. A lady of many hats, literal & figuratively, she is a professional photographer, is a performing musician & leader of a community choir, a graphic designer, filmmaker. Brooke enjoys riding her vintage bike, a jolly good laugh, an early morning jog, time exploring, reading or hearing a decent story & generally enjoying whatever life throws her way. A big motivator for Brooke is collaborating with or working alongside interesting creative people, who revel in life & celebrate what they love.

Ramp Gallery Collingwood St, Hamilton 3 - 25 April 2014 Opening Preview: Wednesday 2nd April 5:00-7:00pm MALL CITY by Elisapeta Heta. Designed to provoke engagement with the connection that malls create with city and public space, MALL CITY seeks to locate and challenge the identity of Hamilton in relation to the recent large scale development of sprawling mall spaces that contribute significantly to how the city is defined. Elisapeta will hold an artist talk in the gallery with curator Kim Paton - Wednesday 2 April 4:00pm.

Sandz Gallery 6 Kent St, Hamilton 1 - 14 April Rust, Riches & Reactions by Christine Melchior

WALLACE ART GALLERY April 10th to May 6th John Hoby A Recent Series Mark Graver Umbra Sumus April 10th to 22nd Lance Schwabauer The unknown destination of a path never taken April 24th to May 6th Signal Response Revolutionary Acts

More opportunities to exhibit your artworks here:

The Art Sale - debuts in Hamilton September 2014 provides an opportunity for everyone from first time buyers to experienced collectors to view good quality art from emerging and established New Zealand artists. An extensive collection of original artwork representing a broad spectrum of styles and media will be available for purchase in a large exhibition setting. To apply check here: http://theartsale.co.nz/

Looking for artists to exhibit at Equidays. To apply check here: http://www.equidays.co.nz/2014-prospectus-and-application/

The Christchurch Art Show debuts June 19th this year. The show is select and is also a competition exhibition. Any artist entering the show can enter the awards that The Christchurch Art Show has on offer. For more information go to www.chchartshow.co.nz or view The Christchurch Art Show Facebook page on https://www.facebook.com/chchartshow.co.nz National Art Award encourages artists to get wired First prize $8,000, Second prize $1,000 Third prize $500 To read the competition criteria and download an entry form please visit www.fieldays.co.nz/enterno8wire

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THANKS FROM WSA Many thanks to Ali Timmings. Jan Kaywood and Ruth Davey for folding, stuffing and stamping to get the March newsletter out. Nice chance for a chat and a cuppa. Volunteers always welcome for this - let Michelle know if you would like to be put on the list!

QUITE A WOMAN, IDA CAREY. PAINTER Postponement of Ida Carey Play Until: Friday 2nd May 6.30pm preceded by a special wine and cheese event provided by the WSA which you are all invited to. Saturday 3rd May 6.30pm Sunday 4th May 6.30pm.

Meteor Theatre The Ida Carey play has been postponed from its previous performance date of March 7-9th 2014 due to time commitments in regard to the actors. If anyone wants seats, please contact Campbell Smith’s son, Ben on 021-406-940 or email [email protected].

Book this in your 2014 WSA calendar!

WSA ART SCHOOL Term one has sped by alarmingly. Watching everyone’s art work developing is always interesting.

Term Two - Autumn commences 12th May There are vacancies, but be in quick, as a number of classes continue to be filled by people re-enrolling. Our classes are very popular. Recently I picked up a delightful little book Wildflowers in Watercolour, a journal by an Australian artist Philippa Nikulinsky. They are not strictly botanical illustrations as artistic license has been applied. Watercolour is a very versatile medium, it can be bold and bright, soft and subtle, loose and flowing or highly detailed, and whatever takes your fancy. Much patience is required with this particular type of painting! The art school has a big following in Watercolour.

Art Holiday Programme for children in April 2 days - Wednesday 23rd - Thursday 24th $54 9-12 noon or 3 days - Monday 28th - Wednesday 30th $80 9-12 noon All materials supplied - to enroll phone Anne on 8394481

Anne Kalnins

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WSA OFFICE AND ART SCHOOL ArtsPost, 120 Victoria Street P.O. Box 1018 Hamilton, 3240 Phone Anne or Michelle on 839 4481 Office Hours: Mon/Tues 8.30am - 5pm, Wed 8.30am - 1pm, Thu/Fri 8.30am - 12pm. Website: www.wsa.org.nz EDITOR Michelle Colson 839 4481 Email: [email protected]

WSA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Patron: Joan Fear President Elect: Melany Sutherland Hon. Solicitor: Warren Scotter Auditor: Grant Mackintosh Treasurer: Gary Douglas Executive Committee: Don Shirley, Elwyn Stone, Christine Melchior, Steve Gow, Mark Curtis, Helen Dowling, Nicolette Brodnax, Steph Chalmers, Barbara Weedon. Secretary : Michelle Colson

NEWSLETTER ADVERTISING RATES Inserts $80 per page (printed and delivered to WSA) Full Page $240 (available only if space available) Half Page $120 colour Quarter page $70 colour What’s on and Members short ads – up to five lines are free.

MEMBERS ADVERTISMENTS One of the perks of membership is the opportunity to advertise (for free) something of your work or upcoming exhibitions up to 50 words (without enlargement or photos).

FROM THE EDITOR This WSA Art Connections Newsletter could not be created on this occasion without the help of Anne Kalnins, Barry Smith and as always, Michelle Colson, our Manager & Secretary. Thanks to you all. And a very special thanks to SHARP who continue to help us substantially with our photocopying and to Warehouse Stationery who supply our paper. Please do let them know how grateful we are when you do your buying.

WSA CELEBRATING 80 YEARS IN 2014!! UPCOMING MEMBER’S EXHIBITION This years Member’s Exhibition is to be a special event given it is the WSA’s 80th year anniversary. As part of the entry you will need to provide an item of memorabilia that has for you a personal connection to the WSA – it could be anything from an old photo, to a recipe, etc. This may used in a special publication which will be launched at the opening night.

If you are not entering but you have any memorabilia that could be included in the publication, please be in contact with Michelle at the office. So far here are the details:

Title: (tba) Where: ArtsPost Gallery Exhibition dates: 24th Oct – 24th Nov Opening event: 23rd October Entries close: August 29th Judge: David Lloyd Theme: Celebration Media: 2/3d, no installations Size: max 1000x1500mm Criteria: This is a selected show and artworks must have been produced between August 2013 and now.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE A big welcome to Brooke our newest member of staff, in the role of administration assistant; please if you’re at the office pop in and say hello. Up and coming events to look forward to: we have three of our very own WSA members exhibiting this coming month, Christina Melchior and Caroline Blaire, plus the opening of the Meteor. We also have Waiprint coming up in August, and the member’s show scheduled for October. And there are so many more opportunities locally and nationally inside our newsletter, so stay tuned for times, dates and criteria and we hope you’re all painting and creating. After roughing it in Hastings at horse of the year camping in a horse-float with two smelly teenagers I was fortunate to have had the opportunity to see the Hawkes bay annual art exhibition, a lovely selection of community arts from the bay and surrounding districts. Following that I dropped into the Hastings city art gallery and saw some beautiful and intriguing works by Gerda Leenards - the blue ribbon - painted screens, panels and drawings of the trips down China's river Li; Fiona fox - inscription of my breath - sculptures of threads, clay and wire - amazing fine sculptures and thought evoking works; Ben Pearce - advice from a caterpillar - sculptures which also were stunning and then lastly the amazing Jeff Thomson - corrugations- stunning sculptures and works. I also managed to taste some of the bay’s delicious pinot gris and sauvignon blanc.... so the big long drive, the heat, dust, flies, the exhibitions and Jessica coming 6th with a prize and ribbon all was not lost. A great week away. Hastings is well worth a visit.

Melany Sutherland