Mercury Bay Art Escape - Art Tour Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand


February
25, 26 & 27 and
March 4, 5 & 6

Coromandel Peninsula
New Zealand

Look for the bright yellow flags at each of the participating studios

 


Stay tuned for Art Escape 2011!

Interest in this event is exploding so put the 2011 Art Escape on your calendar now.  Come see why the Coromandel is your destination for New Zealand's finest ART.  Visit the largest, most eclectic mix of studio artist in New Zealand over two consecutive long weekends in February & March of 2011!

Three Coromandel Penninsula artists were recognized for outstanding work during the 2010 Taste Of The Tour event.  Best of Show works were selected in three categories:
* 2D work: Michael Smither's entry 'C# (C Sharp)', oil on stretched canvas, was chosen by noted collector and philanthropist James Wallace
* 3D work: Ian Webster's 'Continuum', stoneware sculpture was selected by respected ceramic artist and teacher, Bronwynne Cornish
* Peoples Choice: Jacqueline Elley's entry 'Exhale', oil on canvas, was selected as the Peoples Choice winner by accumulating the largest number of 1st place votes from visitors to the Tour's opening exhibition

 

 

A self drive Art Tour of Artists Studios and related Art Events around Mercury Bay
on the East Coast of the Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand

The Mercury Bay Art Escape showcases a diverse art event held over 2 long weekends in Feb/Mar showcases a diverse group of workingartist studios and includes painters, sculptors, jewellers, printmakers and ceramic artists.
Immerse yourself in an amazing tour of the arts, meet the artists and purchase art from respected and emerging Mercury Bay artists. The opening day of the tour culminates in an Opening Reception and Taste of the Tour at Hot Waves Cafe beginning at 5:30 pm.  See details of the 2010 Opening in the What's On section. What's On Never before has such a large diverse group of exciting artistic talent from the Coromandel been presented to the public.

Stay tuned to mercurybayartescape.com for details of the 2011 Online Registration.

 

 

 

  

 

The Coromandel Peninsula is a haven of inspiration and I am proud to call it home. The red and green hues of the pohutukawa trees surrounding our coastline make a vibrant contrast to the turquoise blue water, ever changing sunsets and the majestic Shakespeare’s Cliff and Cathedral Cove – an artists Mecca.
The Mercury Bay Art Escape showcases the creative and inspirational vibrancy of the region’s many talented artists, who lead the way in opening doors and minds by their impressions.I welcome visitors, art buffs and those looking for visual adventure, to share in the beauty and hospitality this favoured event offers. Be inspired!
Sandra Goudie | MP for Coromandel

 

Airdrie Hamilton • Alan Rhodes • Alison Brown • Betty Collings • Bill Cummings • Billie Mallet • Bruno Gaebler • Clare Elliot • Claire Grover • Colenso Country Cafe • Dave Fowell • Eggsentric Cafe • Frans van Hoppe • Gary Burrett • Gary Nevin • George Baloghy • Gian McGregor • Hot Waves Cafe • Ian Thorne • Ian Webster • Jacqueline Elley • Jill Cameron • Judy Meehl  • Lynda Vugler • Little Gallery of Fine Arts • Liz Hart • Lutz Gaebler • Lucy Horne • Mara Hermann • Martin Jakowitsch • Meg Auth • Michael Smither • Moko Gallery • Paula McNeill • Rachel Olsen • Roland Baumgart • Souzie Speerstra • Susan Dunster • Susan Stent • Tim Aldrich • Virginia O'Sullivan • Verena Tagmann • Whitianga Art Group • Zoe Cutfield     copyright policy
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