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Artbay Gallery - Heather Denison, 'Within'.
Location: Artbay Gallery
Region: Queenstown
Dates: Thu, 1 September 2022 - Wed, 5 October 2022 @ 11am - 5pm, 7 days
Heather Denison paints from her studio in Hawkes Bay overlooking the gentle, rolling hills of the countryside which is conducive to her creative lifestyle. Growing up in Africa instilled in her a love of wildlife and that passion is significant in her work. Born in Zimbabwe, she spent her early years working as a graphic designer and moved to New Zealand in 2003.
”In this exhibition, I explore the theme of being contained in an interior space or within a fragile bowl. Our world has become more constricting, and our wild creatures echo our own feelings of isolation and constraint. In the interior spaces, the inclusion of windows and chandeliers illuminate our animals who we sometimes take for granted but who are sentient beings. Although they are comfortable, there is a longing for an escape to the wilderness. The bowls are beautiful but fragile and offer a temporary place of protection”.
“The connection between the natural world and the human element is what inspires me. Native and introduced species of fauna and flora are a continuing theme in my work. The blend of past and present; man-made items combined with the creatures that inhabit the landscape echo that delicate balance. I strive to capture the emotion, atmosphere and beauty of my subject matter and hope that the work will convey stories which will resonate with the viewer.”
Location
Artbay Gallery
October 2022
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Central Cinema - Manhatten Short Film Festival 2022Sat, 1 October 2022 - Sun, 2 October 2022 @ 1st October@ 7.30. 2nd October@ 5pm | Wanaka Arts Labour Weekend Exhibition & Art Sale - Call for EntriesFri, 19 August 2022 - Mon, 3 October 2022 @ Call for Entries Let Loose with Bollywood - Introduction to Indian Dance with Manisha GautamMon, 3 October 2022 @ 6pm - 7.30pm School Holiday Drama Workshops - proudly supported by Fine Thyme Theatre CompanyMon, 3 October 2022 - Thu, 13 October 2022 @ 9am - 2pm | 4 | Artbay Gallery - Heather Denison, 'Within'.Thu, 1 September 2022 - Wed, 5 October 2022 @ 11am - 5pm, 7 days | 6 | Arts on Tour NZ - 'The Bicycle and the Butchers Daughter', Alexandra.Fri, 7 October 2022 @ 7.30pm | 8 |
9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | School Holiday Drama Workshops - proudly supported by Fine Thyme Theatre CompanyMon, 3 October 2022 - Thu, 13 October 2022 @ 9am - 2pm | 14 | Lakes District Museum - Indigo Art CollectiveSat, 15 October 2022 - Sun, 13 November 2022 @ Daily |
16 | Book Now! Art Classes with Marion Vialade-WorchWed, 21 September 2022 - Mon, 17 October 2022 @ Book now! | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | Artbay Gallery - Max Patte, TE TAKURUA AHO - Radiant Winter LightsFri, 28 October 2022 - Sun, 13 November 2022 @ Daily | 29 |
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