O
ver 100 pieces from new and exhibiting artists from
around New Zealand showcased in a fabulous display.
The standard and caliber of pieces made from various
materials such as buttons, glass and tiles was overwhelming.
Featuring small 2D works with seed beads to large 3D pieces
such as surfboards, it was a great example of the possibilities
for the artist that mosaics offers. Opening night saw over $2000
worth of prizes were awarded including overall exhibition
winner and youth category. The volunteer organizing committee
even managed to secure Sonja Milotic Sesto, an exhibiting and
teaching artist from Croatia as one of the judges.
Also held opening weekend was the National symposium
which saw the forming of the first official steering committee
for the New Zealand Mosaic Art Organization, and 4 rotating
workshops featuring tools, adhesives and mosaic techniques.
With the more formal formation of the group through a
national committee and a supportive interactive facebook page
uniting mosaic artists around New Zealand, it is envisioned the
New Zealand Mosaic Art Organisation will go from strength
to strength with discussions already being held about planning
the next exhibition. New members welcome and encouraged.
Contact [email protected]
September /October saw the National
Mosaic Art Exhibition on display at
Estuary Arts Centre in Orewa.