St Bathans: an artist’s muse
Buying a historic property in Central Otago gold mining township St Bathans in 1972 has led to a life-long artistic love affair for Otago Peninsula artist Pauline Bellamy.
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Life ‘non-stop’ since artist’s work went viral
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Life ‘non-stop’ since artist’s work went viral
A simple, soft and gentle sketch that illustrated a moment of empathy after one of New Zealand’s most horrific attacks propelled a Dunedin artist’s career to new heights.
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Turning gritty gears for new perspective
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Turning gritty gears for new perspective
For two artists the opportunity to work with the skilled craftsmen at Gillies MetalTech during the Crucible Gallery artists residency has left them with lifelong skills and knowledge.
Art seen: December 12
Art seen: December 12
By Laura Elliott
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Illuminating influence of Christianity
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Illuminating influence of Christianity
The Crucifix, Last Supper, Stations of the Cross — for centuries, many scenes from Christianity have appeared in artists’ work, often reflecting changing societal...
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Art for the artists’ sake
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Art for the artists’ sake
Responding to the cutbacks to the arts in NZ, artist Julia Holden wants to highlight the work of her fellow creatives through her own art practice.
Art seen: December 4
Art seen: December 4
By James Dignan
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Ancient meets modern
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Ancient meets modern
Auckland artist Roger Mortimer is known for his medieval-style work most recently inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy, whether in painting, tapestry or prints.
Window to be put on display
Window to be put on display
A stained-glass window conceived as bathroom decor during a renovation will now be hung in the University of Otago’s Geology Museum.
‘Suitcase’ masterpieces centre stage
‘Suitcase’ masterpieces centre stage
In this particular instance, size matters.
Art seen: November 27
Art seen: November 27
By Joanna Osborne
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Out in the open: art in the street
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Out in the open: art in the street
Otago Daily Times photographers have often snapped Geraldine artist John Badcock at work painting on the streets of Dunedin over the years.
Focus on ‘what we have available’
Focus on ‘what we have available’
An aversion to using mined or imported materials in ceramic artworks has won Jess Nicholson major recognition at the Te Uru Portage Ceramic Awards.
Art on the Goldfields event a hit
Art on the Goldfields event a hit
Organisers of an event created to raise funds to put Central Otago young people through a defensive driving course say they were "blown away" by its success.
Art seen: November 19
Art seen: November 19
By James Dignan
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Gold in them thar gutters
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Gold in them thar gutters
Collecting treasures is artist Beau Cotton’s favourite pastime, and one he's sharing with West Harbour school children this month.
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Year of creativity put into perspective
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Year of creativity put into perspective
Dunedin School of Art’s graduating students are busy finishing their projects for this year’s SITE exhibition.
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Family inspiration
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Family inspiration
In the first major public exhibition in NZ surveying the career of Australian artist Michael Zavros, the unexpected is often around the corner, finds Rebecca Fox.
Painting a pivotal moment
Painting a pivotal moment
It took a while for Francis Hodgkins’ vision to be recognised, Lucy Hammonds writes.
Art seen: November 12
Art seen: November 12
By Laura Elliott