Workshop Series
The first two workshops in a series of five are listed below. To book your place or for further enquiry please contact Heather Watt by email: heather.watt.create@gmail.com
" Elevate Your Artwork Photography and Self-Promotion Skills "
Whangamata Arts Collective first Autumn workshop will be led by award winning photographer and social media expert Karen Moffatt-McLeod of Karen McLeod Photography Ltd in Whitianga. www.karenmcleodphotography.com
Come and learn the art of capturing photos of your artwork that do it justice and master the secrets of self-promotion. Limited places so book now for a fun and helpful creative journey.
When: 17 April 10.00-12.30
Where: Whangamata Club
Cost: WAC members: $20.00 Non WAC members: 40.00
“Tips to Showcase your Artwork- from a Gallery Perspective “
Elevate your Artwork: Join an interactive workshop at Whangamata’s well known gallery. Faye Saunders owner and curator of “The Little Gallery” www.thelittlegallery.com ‘will give artists insight on presenting artwork effectively, framing techniques and crafting narratives to accompany your work. Faye is also an expert on up-to date technology, which again, will enhance and promote your artwork accordingly. Maximize sales and boost your artistic promotion.
When: May 7th Tuesday 3pm – 4.30pm
Venue: The Little Gallery, Whangamata
Cost: WAC members 15.00 Non members : 25.00
Three other workshops will follow on during Autumn & Winter in Whangamata watch this space or look for the “Artful Insights” in the Whangamata News.
Arts Column – Whangamata News (with thanks)
“Artful Insights” will be a regular art column in the Whangamata News. It will include tips and snippets about events, profile artists and general information for all local creatives. If you have something to share please let the Arts Collective know, contact one of our committee members, you know who they are! If you are a member get involved with the Arts Collective, invite or bring new artists on board. Get connected!
Matariki – Friday 28th June 9am - 2.30pm Saturday 29th 9am - 3pm
The Matariki 2024 event is on the calendar. The Whangamata Arts Collective are supporting the Marae committee with this annual event following the great success from 2023. The Arts Collective will offer a full compliment of workshops including kite making, harakeke, felting & silk fabric art, clay work, patchwork, mozaic tiling, and more. Watch this space for the full program of events including hangi, kapahaka performance and much more! If you can volunteer on the day at any of these fabulous family workshops please get in touch with Graeme Smith on 0274974825
Harcourts Challenge – the news is out - “Senses”
The 2025 HARCOURTS CHALLENGE date is set for Friday 24th to Sunday 26th January 2025. The theme will be “Senses” sight, smell, taste, touch......further information will be released at a later date and members of the Arts Collective are willing to get together with artists to explore the possibilities of this theme. If you’re interested please contact Heather heather.watt.create@gmail.com or Maree marmarb50@gmail.com or Sue atkins.jamieson@hotmail.co.nz
Arts Collective AGM Wednesday 8th May 5.30pm Whangamata Club Upstairs venue.
Come along and join us, bring a friend or become member. Make your suggestions, become part of a vibrant creative sector.
The first two workshops in a series of five are listed below. To book your place or for further enquiry please contact Heather Watt by email: heather.watt.create@gmail.com
" Elevate Your Artwork Photography and Self-Promotion Skills "
Whangamata Arts Collective first Autumn workshop will be led by award winning photographer and social media expert Karen Moffatt-McLeod of Karen McLeod Photography Ltd in Whitianga. www.karenmcleodphotography.com
Come and learn the art of capturing photos of your artwork that do it justice and master the secrets of self-promotion. Limited places so book now for a fun and helpful creative journey.
When: 17 April 10.00-12.30
Where: Whangamata Club
Cost: WAC members: $20.00 Non WAC members: 40.00
“Tips to Showcase your Artwork- from a Gallery Perspective “
Elevate your Artwork: Join an interactive workshop at Whangamata’s well known gallery. Faye Saunders owner and curator of “The Little Gallery” www.thelittlegallery.com ‘will give artists insight on presenting artwork effectively, framing techniques and crafting narratives to accompany your work. Faye is also an expert on up-to date technology, which again, will enhance and promote your artwork accordingly. Maximize sales and boost your artistic promotion.
When: May 7th Tuesday 3pm – 4.30pm
Venue: The Little Gallery, Whangamata
Cost: WAC members 15.00 Non members : 25.00
Three other workshops will follow on during Autumn & Winter in Whangamata watch this space or look for the “Artful Insights” in the Whangamata News.
Arts Column – Whangamata News (with thanks)
“Artful Insights” will be a regular art column in the Whangamata News. It will include tips and snippets about events, profile artists and general information for all local creatives. If you have something to share please let the Arts Collective know, contact one of our committee members, you know who they are! If you are a member get involved with the Arts Collective, invite or bring new artists on board. Get connected!
Matariki – Friday 28th June 9am - 2.30pm Saturday 29th 9am - 3pm
The Matariki 2024 event is on the calendar. The Whangamata Arts Collective are supporting the Marae committee with this annual event following the great success from 2023. The Arts Collective will offer a full compliment of workshops including kite making, harakeke, felting & silk fabric art, clay work, patchwork, mozaic tiling, and more. Watch this space for the full program of events including hangi, kapahaka performance and much more! If you can volunteer on the day at any of these fabulous family workshops please get in touch with Graeme Smith on 0274974825
Harcourts Challenge – the news is out - “Senses”
The 2025 HARCOURTS CHALLENGE date is set for Friday 24th to Sunday 26th January 2025. The theme will be “Senses” sight, smell, taste, touch......further information will be released at a later date and members of the Arts Collective are willing to get together with artists to explore the possibilities of this theme. If you’re interested please contact Heather heather.watt.create@gmail.com or Maree marmarb50@gmail.com or Sue atkins.jamieson@hotmail.co.nz
Arts Collective AGM Wednesday 8th May 5.30pm Whangamata Club Upstairs venue.
Come along and join us, bring a friend or become member. Make your suggestions, become part of a vibrant creative sector.
Unfortunately, we have to postpone the first workshop due to unforeseen circumstances. We will notify members of the new date as soon as possible.
MEMBERSHIP !!! Subs must be paid by the April 30th to be included in any and all events run by the Art Collective during the 2025 financial year.
- Membership Subs are now due for 2025. Subs must be paid by March 31st. The yearly subscription is $30. You can pay this by accessing our website www,artscollective.co.nz and click on membership. This will allow you to enter your details and also give you our bank account details.
- Don't forget to update your artist profile on the website. Send an email to Sue -atkins.jamieson@hotmail.co.nz Don’t forget to include style, medium, phone number, studio details and website. Also photos of your art would be a great self promotion!
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