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Academy Gallery: New Ceramic, Watercolour Exhibits

Published: Wed 21 Oct 2009 05:12 PM


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Academy Gallery is featuring guest artists - award winning ceramicist Sue Newitt from Nelson and Watercolours by Sir Michael Fowler.
Sue Newitt graduated from Otago Polytech in 1982 after completing a diploma in Fine Arts and a year on the full time ceramics course.
'My work has always been based on the wheel as I enjoy the process of throwing and putting together of the pieces at leather hard stage. Teapots, jugs and bowls are my main focus at the moment as I enjoy the challenge and the possibilities of these forms.
I have recently returned to high fired reduction firing and porcelain with an emphasis on form over decoration, using simple glazes and texture which show the translucency and purity of this challenging and beautiful clay.'
Sir Michael's work needs no introduction and this show will feature a series of watercolour sketches showing his delight in and around Thorndon.
In the run up to Christmas this exhibition will be a great chance for gift opportunities.
EXHIBITION SEASON: 24th October - 15th November
Artworks from many other established and emerging New Zealand artists will also be on display.
The Academy Galleries are open from 10am until 5pm seven days of the week during all public exhibitions and entry is free.
For more information on the New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts, membership, Governor General Award, gallery and function hire please visit www.nzafa.com.
New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts
1 Queens Wharf
Jervois Quay
WELLINGTON
Web: http://nzafa.com/
ENDS

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