Marlborough Community Potters’ Annual Exhibition 

26 October - 3 November 2024

We’re on the countdown to this year’s exciting exhibition!

This year promises to be a celebration of creativity, showcasing an extensive array of talent across various categories. From first-time exhibitors to seasoned artists, the exhibition will showcase a wide range of amazing works.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet the artists, share our passion, and perhaps even take home your favourite piece! 

We look forward to sharing the incredible works that members of Marlborough Community Potters have crafted.

The Art of Wellbeing Exhibition in Marlborough is an annual event organized by CARE Marlborough to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week. This exhibition showcases artwork that highlights the healing power of creativity and hope. It will be held from October 8th to October 20th, 2024, at the Marlborough Art Society in Blenheim

Join Us for "Awakening" – A Captivating Art Exhibition**

Experience the profound beauty of "Awakening," an extraordinary art exhibition that delves into the awakening of creativity and the delicate dance between light and darkness. Featuring the work of four talented individuals, this exhibition showcases the diverse ways art can express the complexities of life.

Featured Artists:

- Donella Harris and her three daughters Ashley Black, Adele Neal, and Nicole Harris.

Event Details:

- Dates: 28th September - 6th October 2024

- Location: Marlborough Art Society

- Admission: Free

Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore the transformative power of art. "Awakening" invites you to reflect on the intertwined threads of light and darkness that weave the fabric of life. Join us and be inspired by the profound expressions of creativity.

Artwork can be purchased during the exhibition.

Not to be missed! This is the much-anticipated Members' Annual Exhibition showcasing the wonderful talents of our supportive members.

The exhibition will consist of various mediums including painting, drawing, mixed media, photography and 3D works.

There are various awards which are presented at the preview evening on Friday 23rd August - The Stella de Gruchy Cup for the best painting, the Patrons' Award to be voted on by one of our Patrons - Walter Scott, plus there are 5 Drawing Room vouchers presented to worthy winners.

Art will be available for purchase during the exhibition.

After having a break in 2023 we are pleased to welcome back our ever-popular exhibition entitled "Remastered".

This exhibtion provides so much opportunity to educate , inform, and celebrate all genres. Art that amazes, delights the senses, challenges and reminds us of the many incredible artists who have come before and who continue to influence art in 2024

Entries welcomed from both members and non-members, this exhibition will showcase art based on famous paintings or artists. All media will be accepted.

For this exhibition please provide an A5 image of the original artwork plus a short written piece about your work describing the original painting(s) and the artist. You might like to describe the way the artist inspired or influenced your piece and your creative journey. It must be your own work. (If you need assistance with this please let us know).

Artworks will be available for purchase during the exhibition.

We are thrilled to announce an upcoming exhibition featuring the beautiful works of the members of the Watercolour Groups who attend our weekly classes at MAS. This exhibition promises to showcase the incredible talent and creativity of our members, and we are sure you will be as excited as we are to see the entries.

Event Details:

• Preview Date: Friday 12th July 2024

• Time: 6pm

• Season: Saturday 13th July to Sunday 21st July daily from 10.30am to 4.30pm

• Venue: Marlborough Art Society galleries

This exhibition is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the dedication and artistic skills of our watercolour artists. Each piece reflects the unique perspectives and techniques honed during their weekly sessions, and we are confident that you will be inspired by the diversity and quality of the artworks on display. Sales are available (and, indeed, encouraged!) during the exhibition.

Hawaiki Hou (The new Hawaiki) is an exhibition that captures the transformative essence of the Hawaiki Kura wānanga. It offers an intimate glimpse into the collective journey of the Hawaiki Kura participants as they reclaim their cultural identity, heal, and connect with like-minded people. 

As we welcome the rising of Matariki, this exhibition reminds us of the profound power of mātauranga Māori to heal and empower our people as they set out to navigate new horizons.

The exhibition, curated by Kiley Nepia, will feature works from David James, Pene Aorere, and Keelan Walker.

Join us in this celebration of resilience, community, and holistic wellbeing.

This is always a popular exhibition for both artists and visitors. Entries are invited from both members and non-members. Entry form available here

On show will be depictions of the human form, life drawing, sculpture and portraits in a variety of different mediums.

As usual, art will be available for purchase during the exhibition.

Come along to view one of our annual exhibitions of members' works. There are sure to be many delights amongst the art which will consist of different mediums including paintings, drawings, photography and 3D art.

Entries from members only.

Art will be available for purchase during the exhibition.

An exciting exhibition, not to be missed! This exhibition will showcase the amazing creative fibre items made by local artists.

Works can be purchased during the exhibition.

This exhibition will showcase various works by Sheyne Tuffery (https://www.sheynetuffery.com/) a visual artists from Wellington who has facilitated several printing workshops in our studio here at Marlborough Art Society.

Included in this exhibition will be works completed by participants of the workshops.

Come along and see the lovely creations

Entries invited from both members and non-members of the Marlborough Art Society.

Theme: Anything related to Aotearoa as a nation: land and seascapes, flora and fauna. There could also be explorations of history, current events. legends, etc.

Various mediums will be showcased from painting, drawing and mixed media through to photography and 3D works.

Art will be available for purchase during the exhibition.

Exhibition open to members and non members. Entry form here

Come along to view a wide range of entries from local artists using many different types of mediums.

Art will be for sale during the exhibition.

Opening preview Friday 2nd February 2024 at 6pm - everyone welcome