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NELSON SUTER ART SOCIETYNovember 2019 - NEWSLETTER
Tena koutou e te Nelson Suter Art Society whanau.
I hope this finds you well and enjoying the fresh Spring blossoms!
Thank you to all of the artists who contributed to our recent 50/50 art auction. Thank you also to all the supporters of this event. Combined, it was a success with over $13,000 raised – split equally between the Suter Art Gallery and the Nelson Suter Art Society. The NSAS are currently sourcing quotes for our promised partitions, ensuring earthquake strengthening is included. Watch this space for updates.
July saw new members exhibit stunning new works. Recently, with another membership selection, we were inundated with an unprecedented 14 prospective artist members applying. Six were accepted and another three joined as art graduates. A warm welcome to you all. For those who unfortunately missed out this time round – please do apply again. Georgina (mentioned below) was also turned away her first time, as were a few others who are now very strong and active members.
August was a busy month. Following the 50/50 auction we opened our annual Spring
Exhibition. Guest artist,Cathy Carter, spoke at the opening, giving those attending an in depth peek into her practice and process. Wild Tomato attended – you can find images of this event in the October issue. A successful exhibition, with over $12,000 in sales recorded.
Another popular initiative is the favoured bus trip to Picton. Visiting both the highly coveted Mark Stevenson Collection and The Diversion Gallery, the third bus trip took place on 5 October, again receiving rave reviews from all in attendance. Please check out the Wild Tomato article for more detail regarding this. (Note: should read organized by the NSAS)
I would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate Georgina Hoby Scutt on her almost sell out exhibition, ‘Queens Greens’. Only 1 work of 16 remained unsold. A well-conceived and beautifully hung exhibition that showcased new works exquisitely. Strong and bold brushwork and colour culminated in a triumph of landscape painting that is a stunning progression in Georgie’s signature style.
The society was formed 130 years ago this year – watch this space for our upcoming celebration.
Page 1 ● President’s Report
Page 2 ● Attention all members ● Upcoming Exhibitions
Page 3 ● Notices
Page 4 ● New Members ● New Members’ Artist Profiles
Page 5 ● Snippets & Useful Info
Page 6 ● Travellling Artist ● Advertisements
Page 7 ● Advertisements Page 8 ● Subscriptions ● Contacts & Deadlines ● Committee
CONTENTS
If you are keen to get involved with The Society, whether it’s exhibiting or supporting in any way shape or form, please feel free to make enquiries via our contact list later in the newsletter.
Warm regards, Larisse Hall(NSAS President).
PS. THANK YOU to all of those who volunteer time and expertise to maintain our Art Society. Without you, we would not be. Sincerely appreciated!
PRESIDENT’S QUARTERLY REPORT, NOVEMBER 2019
Detail of “Dawn Redwood” by Georgie Hoby Scutt
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UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS
ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS - YOUR OPPORTUNITY IS NOW!
NEW PRESIDENT REQUIRED – NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
You are invited to take on the dynamic and interesting role of President for the Art Society.
As advised previously, after three years in the position, I am stepping down from the role at our next AGM (2 March 2020). This has been a fun role for me, with unexpected learning at every turn. I strongly encourage you to consider this role. It is your opportunity to support the NSAS into the future, along with other Committee members. You will be involved in monthly committee meetings of approximately 2 hours, organizing the daily running of The Society, brainstorming and actioning new and exciting initiatives.
I am happy to mentor you into this position and welcome anyone interested to attend our next committee meeting, Monday 18 November 5pm in The McKee Meeting Room.
I think it is important to mention, that when I stepped into this role, I had no previous experience as a President or even on a Committee. So please do not feel hindered if you are in the same situation... all that is needed is a desire for the NSAS to continue.
Please contact me directly: Larisse Hall: 027 358 2006or email: [email protected]
Until November 3
Vicki Charles “We are all connected”.
Sculptures incorporating mythology, flora and fauna, honouring master artists and featuring a wall installation.
4-24 November
Maggy Johnston “Enough is Enough: The Fashion Trap” A Performative Exhibition
The trap of consumerism and the fashion industry. Maggy will be working in the gallery most days from 11.00am to 2pm. Please bring your old/unwanted clothes! They will become part of new creations during the time of the exhibition.
25 November-2 February
NSAS Summer Cash and Carry Exhibition.
An exhibition of smaller paintings which could solve your Christmas present problems. Works purchased may be taken as soon as they are paid for.
4-23 February 2020
Cathy Jones “A Clean Sweep”
Thoughts on women, housework and rare plants, just for a change.
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NOTICES
NELSON SUTER ART SOCIETY2020 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
MONDAY 2 MARCH 2020 AT 5.30 PMMcKee Gallery
(Entry via Albion Square side door, Suter Gallery, 218 Bridge St)
Dear Valued Nelson Suter Art Society Members, we invite you to join us at our Annual General Meeting.This is your opportunity to step forward and become a member of the NSAS Committee. We welcome new Committee
members so please feel free to let us know if you are considering this worthwhile volunteer position.We look forward to seeing you at the meeting, followed by light refreshments.
Larisse Hall, NSAS President
THREE NSAS PARTIES IN ONE
130 Year CelebrationChristmas Party
Cash and Carry Exhibition Opening
WEDNESDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2019
McKee Gallery, 5.30pmEntry via Albion Square side door,
Suter Gallery, 218 Bridge St
PLEIN AIR CREATING DAY.
Cable Bay. Saturday 23 November.Meet Cable Bay at the Pepin Island end of the causeway at 10.00 am.Be aware that the road is narrow and winding, and has been lowered at stream crossings necessitating reduced speeds.
Marg Fairs, an experienced plein air painter, and Cathy Jones invite members to join them in a day of outdoor creativity at Cable Bay where there is a good choice of subjects to inspire you (as well as plenty of parking and two toilets). Bring your own materials (pencil, charcoal, pastel, pen and ink, watercolours, acrylics, oils, threads or fibre etc), a medium that you think you can work quite quickly with. Also an easel or drawing board (or your knee), something to sit on, something you can put materials on/in that you can access easily when in position, water/turps etc in containers, rags, something to take your, maybe still wet, work home in. Remember to bring lunch and drink, warm jacket, hat, sunscreen and insect repellant. Any changes and a reminder will be sent by email nearer the time. Phone Cathy on 546 9499, or 027 546 9499, or email [email protected] if you think you might be interested. Hope to see you there.
ARTIST PROFILES FOR NSAS NEWSLETTER, WEBSITE AND FOLDER.
New members, please send a copy of your artist profile to [email protected] for publication in the newsletter.
All members should also have a profile on our website (email a copy to our webmaster Terence Blyth on [email protected]) and
Print an up to date hard copy to go in the folder on show at exhibitions.
Look at the Artists section on www.nsas.net.nz if you want to see what others have submitted. You will need a photo of your work (or you with your work) and a blurb.
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NEW MEMBERS
We have recently welcomed the following artists as new members to our Art Society-
Alina Adamczyk, Lauren Kitts, Dharma Penketh, Kiitish Penketh, Nicola Reif, Matthew Thornicroft, Juliana Trolove, Jill Seeney, Jonathan Tomlinson.
NEW MEMBERS’ ARTIST PROFILES
Alina Adamczyk I was born in Cracow in Poland. Strongly influenced by its rich history, medieval landmarks, abundance of museums and art galleries, I studied conservation of art, focusing on architecture. At that time, however, painting was more of a hobby, and I decided to change my career to social work.I moved to New Zealand in 2012 where I lived in Taranaki, Gisborne and now Nelson. Overwhelmed by the beauty of New Zealand I initially started capturing all the amazing views on photographs and, after joining a local art class, also on paintings. I quickly developed a highly realistic style of painting and within a relatively short time I started exhibiting my work. Approximately one year ago I was invited to become one of the Wall to Wall Art (then Art @203) Gallery members.My paintings feature New Zealand landscapes, seascapes, wildlife and flowers. I mainly use oils and often paint on panels for a smooth realistic finish.
Lauren Kitts In 1985 I gained a Bachelor of Arts with a major in sculpture from the University of California in Santa Cruz. Since that time I have become a New Zealand citizen and lived and worked in the Auckland area as a sculptor. I have attended over 30 stone and wood carving symposia nationally and internationally, have had work in many shows, exhibited in galleries widely, and have consistently remained optimistic and prolific about making art to this day. In 2017 I moved to the Tasman area, and am now opening my first owner operator outdoor sculpture gallery. It features over 25 large to medium outdoor stone sculptures and some guest works from metal artist Chris Moore. Hawks Valley Sculpture Gallery opened on the 25th of October this year. A prevalent theme in my current work concerns the climate change crisis that faces the world, and the big skies and wide open vistas of my new environment are also providing new inspirational forms. www.laurenkitts.co.nz
Juliana Trolove Thank you very much for accepting me into the Nelson Suter Art Society. It is a great privilege to be amongst such a fantastic group of artists in our region. I am a practicing graphic designer, illustrator and maker of things!Oils are my new passion. With fabulous colours, textures and techniques it is both challenging and rewarding. At present I am focussing on floral work which for me is important for two reasons; firstly the variety possible within still life gives me opportunities to develop my skill as a painter; secondly it limits my subject to a confined space and environment which is what I need as I am working towards my first solo exhibition at Red Gallery in November 2019. I find it is often a tumultuous process, wrangling the painting into a form which is representative of the subject matter.
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Report on Critique Session
Sunday 1 September 2019 David Ryan ran a productive critique session in the McKee Gallery attended by 4 artists and 5 observers.Each painting submitted was discussed by the group in a positive manner covering composition, colour and tonal values. Artists identified problems they were experiencing with their painting and the group, with David’s guidance, discussed ways that the paintings could be taken to another level. Subjects covered in the general discussion were: Media, covering oil, acrylic and watercolour Merits of painting on quality canvas, MDF, plywood, hardboard or hessian Importance of preparing your chosen substrate using the correct primer.The session went for 2 hours and those attending indicated that it was appreciated and an afternoon productively spent. Peter Copp
Presentation Guidelines for artists submitting 2D art work for NSAS exhibitions (See Photo).
Written on the back of the painting: Artist’s name, Title of work, Medium, Selling price
Attached firmly to the back of the painting, a string long enough to hang about halfway down the front of the painting with a tag detailing Artist’s name, Title of work, Medium, Selling price
Mark exactly halfway down each side of the painting to determine position of screws (supplied by NSAS) for hanging work on picture rail.
Optional: 2 flush D-rings and cord attached one third of the way down the back of the painting, or fixed firmly in a small envelope, making it easier for buyers to hang work when they get it home.
SNIPPETS & USEFUL INFORMATION
“The job of the artist is always to deepen the mystery.”
- Francis Bacon
ADVERTISEMENTS
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Maggy Johnston – Pataua Bay Art Residency
I flew to Whangarei with a suitcase of art supplies for a 4 week art residency at Pataua Bay South, full of trepidation and anticipation. The weeks raced past, and in the blink of an eye I was on my way back to Nelson!I decided to do this self-directed residency as I had two important exhibitions on the horizon and wanted to step away from my comfort zone and give my art practice a shot of adrenalin!!! The accommodation, a 1980’s bach, was settled on the edge of a gorgeous bay about 20kms from Whangarei – no chance of losing my focus in a stimulating and rather isolated environment. The time allowed me to complete some work that I took with me, and to experiment with, and develop (or curtail), some new ideas. Fitting in sea swims and beach walks, I worked long hours on my art, and formed relationships with some of the inquisitive locals!!This short, sharp residency allowed me to develop ideas and concepts with regular input and critique from the owner of the residency, Sally, who is herself, an artist and curator. Such residencies are an invaluable tool for artists living in smaller communities who are looking to gain traction in the NZ world of art.
TRAVELLING ARTIST
Seaweed ball sold to local art collector at exhibition that completed the residency.
Wire, jute and plastic weaving.
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“Whether you succeed or not is irrelevant, there is no such thing. Making your unknown known is the important thing.”
- Georgia O’Keeffe
Your Art is Our Business! See us for all your art supplies
and picture framing.
Our range of art supplies is extensive, as are our framing options.
11a Croucher St, Richmond. www.impressionsnelson.co.nz
Subscriptions are due in January each year. For details see the NSAS website www.nsas.net.nz
For those who wish to pay by internet transfer our bank account number at the SBS is: 03 1355 0515964 00
Please quote SUB with your payment and your NAME. If you pay this way please email to notify us that you have paid, and to provide any changes to your contact details and how you wish to receive information from us. Otherwise subscriptions can be dropped into the Suter reception or posted to NSAS PO Box 751, Nelson 7040.
Secretary and Advertising: Kate Coote Phone: 03 546 9567 or 021 040 9567 Email: [email protected]
Compiler / Editor: Cathy Jones Phone: 027 546 9499 or 03 546 9499 Email: [email protected]
Deadline: Please forward all copy for Februarynewsletter to Cathy Jones by 10 JANUARY 2020. Photos should be sent separately, not embedded in documents.
SUBSCRIPTIONS CONTACTS AND DEADLINES
COMMITTEE
• Jimena Johnston (Marketing Coordinator)• Cathy Jones (Newsletter Coordinator)• Georgie Hoby Scutt (General Committee / B.I.G)• Peter Copp (General Committee / B.I.G)• Rachel Waddy (Social Coordinator / B.I.G.)
B.I.G : Brilliant Ideas Group E.H.T : Exhibitions Hanging Team
• Gabrielle Coote (Patron)• Larisse Hall (President / B.I.G.)• Nick Duncan (1st Vice President / E.H.T)• Kate Coote (Secretary / Members Registrar. Newsletter: Advertising)• Philippa Eberlein (Treasurer)• Jill Richards (McKee Exhibitions Officer)• Francie Heathfield (Membership Coordinator)
www.nsas.net.nzph: 03 546 9164 em: [email protected]
hq: 208 Bridge Street, Nelson (ask at reception)
