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I have mixed feelings as I prepare for the next art exhibition, Colourfest, 8th-20th September 2026 at Hutt Art. I feel sadness over missing my dear friend Christina Chappel, happiness that her artwork will still be proudly displayed one last time with our painting group, and gratitude for her kindness and encouragement, which have personally helped me reach where I am today. With a heavy heart, I attended Christina's funeral yesterday, but it was a wonderful opportunity to c

We enjoyed exhibiting our work from 6-19th July 2026 at Hutt Art. Rising Stars 2026 Our Tuesday morning painting group has changed over the years, but the warmth of the people, and the amazing talent remains.

Greenspace Artists to paint at Blossom Valley Festival

9-20 July 2025

I feel privileged to have two paintings accepted into the 2025 Muriel Hopper Exhibition. A Bouquet for Nancy A whimsical bouquet, named for my Aunt who greatly encourages my art. SOLD at this exhibition Frankie's Find is inspired by a recent trip to Himatangi Beach, and small dog called Frankie who acted like he'd hunted this fish carcass all by himself (he hadn't - we'd just found it on a walk along the beach!) Frankie's Find

painting at Brewtown

Celebrating art by painting alongside others is good for the soul.

Jo painting at the Hutt Art Studio during inaugural Hutt Art Trail

Hand painted paper in lilac, teal, peach and green formed my collage artwork.

A blending of artists, styles and colours but we all have a love of painting nature.

Hutt Art's annual cash and carry exhibition is on. It's such a fun one - tons of awesome work on display - ceramics, embroidery,...

Retirement Village. It was a pleasure to show paintings at this exhibition. It was a privilege for me to spend time there on Sunday where...

Annual exhibition of Colourfest group of painters.

SOLD! So happy to have sold Pink Peony original on canvas at this local exhibition.

Me painting at Hutt Art's Open Day 2021

On a chilly winter's night, Mo-co was warm and welcoming and brimming with artwork. I was so happy to be part of this collaborative...