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WHAKAATU TOI

A Word From the Executive Director







he NZ Art Show is New Zealand’s biggest and best art show of its The impressive result is that more than 10,000 attendees gather each
Tkind: thousands of original New Zealand artworks by hundreds of year to revel in the thousands of artworks on offer, a success not
New Zealand artists. This iconic event has been delighting art lovers emulated by any other comparable show in New Zealand.
for 14 years.
We offer a unique and memorable experience. Set in a relaxed and
I am very proud of what the show has achieved: New Zealanders are inspiring environment, the show provides the perfect setting to explore
embracing original art. the diverse collection of artworks, an opportunity to meet the artists
and it is the perfect place to start a collection or expand an existing
Since the show started in 2004, we have witnessed a significant
rise in the number of artists and the number of art investors. This collection.
makes for a buoyant art community and the NZ Art Show, having To operate an event of this scale requires the right team and the
represented more than 4,000 artists over the years, is honoured to be right supporters and we are thankful to all those who contributed
an integral part of this community. to the show’s success: Sponsors, Friends, artists, staff, attendees and
volunteers.
The NZ Art Show is fully committed to New Zealand art and the
Show’s vision is for every New Zealander to own original New With this continued support I am optimistic that we can maintain the
Zealand art. After 14 years of showcasing and selling more than show’s success in 2018.
20,000 artworks at our annual sale, we are closer to realising that
vision.
The foundation of the NZ Art show is based on a simple formula:
provide a platform where people can buy quality, original New
Zealand art at affordable prices. Carla Russell,
Executive Director























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Images this page:
Cover image: detail of “Less is Less 05”, lightbox photo by Wellington
1. Platinum Partner ASB has been sponsoring the show since 2004 photographer roOm, winner of 2017 Brendan Foot Supersite Signature Piece Art
2. Paintings by Dean Proudfoot Award.
3. Left to Right: art by Maria Lloyd, Catherine Cattanach, Bruce Stilwell and Kate Photos in this document: Victoria Vincent (A Beautiful Photo) and Carla Russell
McKenzie except where credited.
4. Gallery: Silver Partner Staples Rodway. Artwork by Joe McMenamin
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GALA EVENING - Thursday June 1

sold-out Gala Evening saw more than 1,200 people enjoying wines from Spy Valley
A Wines, live music from Wellington’s The Dancing and Drinking Society and delicious
cocktail food.


Images this page:
1. Inspecting the art of Bruce Mortimer 6. Contemplating the art of Ema Frost
2. NZ Art Show Friends Anne Rees and Peter 7. Pleased with their Barbara Franklet purchase
Johnstone look pleased with their Catherine 8. Scott Wilson from ASB
Cattanach purchase
9. Admiring the art of Richard Boyd-Dunlop
3. Fine wine from Wine Partner Spy Valley Wines
10. Getting a closer look at Bruce Mortimer’s art
4. Gallery: Corporate Partner Rothley 2
5. Pondering the art of Sam Sun













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Ta significant number. The artists enjoy the benefits of participating in New Zealand’s largest
here is a wealth of artistic talent thriving in Aotearoa and we are honoured to be representing
The Numbers and most popular platform for selling art and many have established full-time careers as a direct And the Award Goes To . . . .
result of the show.
Eligibility to exhibit is restricted to New Zealand citizens and residents and a selection process
NZ ART SHOW 2016 ensures quality and affordable artworks for the public.

JUNE 3 - 6 The show offers a diverse range of artwork; from contemporary to traditional, from sculpture to
watercolour. This year we observed a move away from Kiwiana themes to more contemporary
TSB BANK ARENA and modern themes, demonstrating that art trends are developing to embrace more modern and,
WELLINGTON in many cases, challenging ideas. Photography and abstract art in particular proved to be very
popular.
GALA ATTENDEES: 1500 Artists enjoyed great sales and 80 on-site artists engaged with an enthusiastic crowd. Feedback
about the quality and diversity of art on offer was extremely positive, with regular visitors
TOTAL ATTENDEES: 10,000 commenting that the standard surpassed that of previous shows. It’s gratifying to know that we
continue to deliver an experience enjoyed by thousands.
TOTAL ARTISTS: 245

Single Artist Wall: 80

Solo Panel: 50
General: 115

TOTAL ARTWORKS: 3,000 (approx)
ARTWORKS SOLD: 1750

SALES: $1.2 million

AVERAGE PRICE: $680 1 2


1. Gallery: Bronze Partner Duncan Cotterill 5
3 2. ‘Damper Chimp’ by James Brewer
3. Vibrant art by Cath Rogers
4. Art by Heather Wilson
5. Newly arrived: Art by Angela Maritz
6. The hypnotic art of Bruce Stilwell
7. Corporate Partner Bolton Hotel

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And the Award Goes To . . . .






BRENDAN FOOT SUPERSITE
SIGNATURE PIECE AWARD

he Brendan Foot Supersite Signature
TPiece Art Award is a $3,000 cash prize
recognizing an outstanding artwork from
the show’s collection. The award, operating 2
since 2008, is sponsored by Lower Hutt car 1
dealership Brendan Foot Supersite.
Prior to the show’s start, the NZ Art Show 1. Voting for the
judging panel selected 10 finalists from the Brendan Foot
3000 submitted artworks. They were exhibited Supersite Signature
in a dedicated gallery at the NZ Art Show and Piece Art Award:
the winning artwork was decided by a public 2. The ten finalists for
vote during the show. the 2017 Brendan Foot
Supersite Signature
More than 8,000 votes were cast and the Piece Art Award - from
2017 winner was ‘Less is Less 05’, (pictured left to right: Donna-
right at 1), a photographic lightbox depicting Marie Patterson, Kate
a moody nightscape exploring homelessness Elder, Adam James,
by Wellington photographer roOm. Rika Nagahata, Bruce
Stilwell, Anneke
3 Bester, Willough
McFarlane, Sam
Sun, roOm and Tyler
Jackson
3. Winner of the 2017 Brendan Foot Supersite Signature Piece Art Award:
“Less is Less 05, photographic lightbox by roOm. Photo: roOm.



EMERGING ARTIST PROJECT
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retrospective of the RT Nelson Emerging
A Artist Award showcased artworks by ten
artists, previous participants of the award.
The Emerging Artist Project celebrates the RT
Nelson Emerging Artist Award and the artists
who have benefitted from the award since the Photo: Rosanna Smith Photo: Willough McFarlane
award’s inception.
The RT Nelson Emerging Artist Award was
established in 2012 and made possible by
Wellington businessman Richard T Nelson and
comprises four cash awards of $2,500 for four
art students studying art at a recognised art
school. The award aims to spotlight the talents
of artists in the emerging stages of their Photo: Willough McFarlane
careers and who are studying for a diploma
or degree in visual arts at an established New 7
Zealand art school and to highlight the value Images:
of New Zealand’s art schools. 4. Blue Booty by Willough
McFarlane
The participating artists in varying stages 5. Pig Silk by Rosanna Smith
of their career and not only did the project 6. Pink Room - Faux Life by 8 9
provide an overall indication of their artistic Willough McFarlane
development to date, it also demonstrated the 7. On display: Anna-Belle
worth of investing in these artists. Graham, Simon Lundqvist and
Mish O’Neill
The Emerging Artist Project artists were: 8. Poppy II by Simon Lundqvist
Alice King, Anna-Belle Graham, Donna-Marie 9. Skate park or Basketball court
Patterson, Hannah Watkinson, Harry Culy, Mish by Hannah Watkinson
O’Neill, Rosanna Smith, Simon Lundqvist, Tyler
Jackson, and Willough McFarlane.
Photo: Simon Lundqvist Photo: Hannah Watkinson
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Promotions: ASB and Ronald McDonald House





This year we collaborated with Platinum Partner ASB on a number of exciting projects
resulting in a charitable outcome for Ronald McDonald House Wellington.




ARTISTS LIVE AT WORK

In the two weeks leading up to the show,
two artists were stationed in two Wellington
branches of ASB bank whilst demonstrating
their craft: Bruce Mortimer did some charcoal
drawings in the Lambton Quay branch and
Tatyana Kulida painted portraits and still-lifes
in the Willis St branch.
In addition, both artists demonstrated their
talent at the show over the course of the Bruce Mortimer in action in Lambton Quay ASB ‘April in ASB’ painted by Tatyana Kulida
weekend. in the Willis St ASB





ART AUCTION FOR
CHARITY

For the second year in a row a charity art
auction was held, with three artworks going
under the hammer. They included the artworks
created by Tatyana Kulida and Bruce Mortimer
when they were ASB Artists in Residence, and
a work created by Dside especially for the
auction. Proceeds were donated to Ronald
McDonald House Wellington.



The auctioneer, from Ray White Real Estate. Going, GONE! SOLD to Anthony Dapas
going . . . .




DRAWN BY DSIDE . . .
COLOURED BY YOU

A collaborative artwork, measuring 2.4 x
4.8, was created New Plymouth street artist
Dside and installed at the show. Attendees
contributed to the artwork over the course
of the weekend and the finished piece
was donated to Ronald McDonald House 1 2
Wellington play area. The piece is washable
and resident families will be able to contribute
to and enjoy the artwork.





1. Dside laying down the foundations for the artwork
2. Getting into the spirit of it: Gala night
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Launching the 2017 NZ Art Show




WEDNESDAY APRIL 12

QUEEN’S WHARF BALLROOM

Partners and Friends enjoyed an exclusive
networking evening at Queen’s Wharf
Ballroom, Foxglove, on Wellington’s
waterfront. 1
Artworks by ten artists were on display and 2
Guest Speaker, Dside spoke about his practices Photo: Liam O’Keeffe
as an international street artist and described
the social motivation behind his artworks. Scenes from the launch:
1. Artwork by Liam O’Keeffe.
2. Tom, Dside and Zoey.
Photo: Harry Culy
3. Artwork by Harry Culy.
4. Julie Ann and Marty Scott
5. Brendan Quigan and John Dow 5
6. Inspecting art by RUSH
Photos 2, 4, 5 & 6: Brendan Foot Supersite









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Online Gallery



NEW ZEALAND ART
ALL YEAR ROUND
The 2017 show is over, but the art lives on.
View more NZ art online: loads of artists to
discover, some of them were at this year’s show.
Deal directly with the artist: order something
from their NZ Art Show online gallery site or
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www.artshow.co.nz/artist-details/
Some of the artists on the NZ Art Show
Online Gallery
7. Belinda Griffiths 10
7 8. Jane Blackmore
9. Lara Gilks
10. Susan Skelton
Photos: artists’ own
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Teamwork



At the heart of the success of the NZ Art Show
is a small yet formidable team who apply
themselves relentlessly to produce one of the
best art shows of its kind.
MEET THE TEAM:

THE NZVAT

The New Zealand Visual Art Trust is the governing body 2
behind the NZ Art Show’s operations.

Trustees:
Graeme Reeves (Chair), Fraser Carson, Richard
Nelson, Neil Paviour-Smith, Frances Russell and Anne 1
Stephenson.

WILD IDEAS - Event Management 1, 2 & 3. Wild Ideas: Carla Russell, Bryony Lane and Midge Murray
4. Corporate Partner, Signature Promotions
Carla Russell (Executive Director) has been with the 5. Curator and judge, Jane Hart
show since day one in 2004 and is the show’s main 6. Corporate Partner, Connected Accountants 3
driver. Her acutely sharp business sense, boundless
energy and endless fountain of ideas has shaped the 7. Staff members at the show consist of many volunteers.
course of the show in its 14 year history.
In 2017, Carla’s core team includes Midge Murray,
Bryony Lane.
CURATORS AND JUDGES

Jane Hart and Jo Hughes are core members of the
curatorial and judging panels. This year they were
joined by guest judge Dside as they pored over around
thousands of artworks to present a diverse range of
styles and media for the ten finalists for the Brendan
Foot Supersite Signature Piece Art Award.

VOLUNTEERS
Scores of personnel are required in the days leading
up to, during and after the show. Many of them are 4 5
volunteers who work tirelessly to ensure that the show
runs smoothly. Thank you, we are truly grateful for your
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Teamwork We Get By With a Little Help from our Friends



Friends are the backbone of the NZ Art Show and are integral to the growth and success of the NZ Art Show.
They are individuals that support the NZ Art Show, are passionate about art and culture and want to be a part of
a vibrant arts community.

We gratefully acknowledge the following for their generous support:

Gold Patron recognition: Friends that have supported the NZ Art Show for 10 years and over

Patron recognition: Friends that have supported the NZ Art Show for more than 5 years

LEGACY DONATION ART AWARD PATRONS
BK Cunningham Trust           Richard T. Nelson - RT Nelson Emerging Artists Awards 
Brendan Foot Supersite - Brendan Foot Supersite Signature Piece Art Award
GOLD PATRONS
Dixon and Dunlop LTD David and Rachel Underwood  Graeme and Marion Duff Nicky Riddiford and John
Andy and Pauline Mallard Diana Duff - Staniland              John and Chris Morrison Rosie Collins
Charlton Family Trust Frances Russell   Kim and Craig Whale Lady Teena Todd
Damian and Samantha Hannah Gay and Mike O’Sullivan Mark Dunajtschik and Dorothy Spotswood

PATRONS                           
Angela Foster, FM Architects - Platinum Friend Miss Glenda West Julie Anne and Marty Scott Michael Dunlop
Nikki Chung - Gold Friend Graeme and Michelle Reeves Karen Pullar Neil and Phillipa Paviour-Smith
Nigel and Bridget Elder - Gold Friend Jane and Kerry Hart Kim Whale Raewyn Crowley
Ann Cunninghame and John Mathews John Mowbray Lisa Hansen Stephen and Catherine Franks
Carla Russell and Adam Pendleton John and Janne Shewan Mandy Crozier

FRIENDS                             
Barrie and Anneke Thomas - Gold Friend Carolyn Wylie and Stephen Whittington John Dow, Buchanan Group Nadine Liken
Centennial Coffee House - Gold Friend Catherine and Alistair Cattanach Katherine Baguley Nick and Margo Ray
Dockside - Gold Friend Chris McCarrison Kerry Waddell Patrick Sharp and Sharnita Singh
Ian and Shirley Jupp - Gold Friend Debby Butler Kim Martin Peter Fenwick
Luna Estate Winery - Gold Friend Deborah Hume Kylie and Simon Law Peter and Flynn Fletcher-Dobson
Peter Johnstone and Ann Rees - Gold Friend Della Randall Libby and Ken Carson Phoebe Deans
Robyn Williams - Gold Friend Diane Reid Lisa Elder Roger Gaskill
Sue Bridger - Gold Friend Eamon O’Rourke Lisa and Dan Tohill Ross and Amy Anderson
All Things India travel LTD Evan Davies Lucy Potter Sarah and Jason Wells
Amy Allen  Fraser Carson and Sheridan Bruce Lyn McMorran Shirley Quayle
Anthony and Charlotte Dapas Jackie Lugton Lynn Newman-Hall Tim Stephens
Antony Holden Jessica Kellow Marita Vandenberg Tina Juene-Smith
Bridget Cooper Joan Wells Mike and Mazz Scannell Vicki and Mark McLeod    
Bronwyn Mallalieu Joanna Simpson Mike and Michelle Egan Wendy Swanson

SUPPORTERS
Anya Zohrab John Dean Midge Murray Peter Frerichs Stav Soulis Vorrei Maher
Adriaan van de Wetering

HONORARY FRIENDS
Joyce Gibson Mal Brow   Trevor McComish

CORPORATE FRIENDS





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Partners in Art




Our partners are integral to the ongoing
operations of the NZ Art Show and we
are fortunate to be backed by some of the
finest corporate organisations committed to
supporting New Zealand art.

Their help, either with monetary
contributions, or in-kind support services 1
are essential to the success of the show.


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Images:
1. Gallery: Exclusive Wine Partner Spy Valley Wines 5. One of the two courtesy vehicles provided by
2. Gold Partner Intergen Silver Partner Brendan Foot Supersite
3. Gallery: Corporate Partner MSH 6. Gallery: Gold Partner - Teamtalk / Citylink
7. Media Partner - The Breeze
4. Gallery: Corporate Partner Ricoh




















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Images this page:
Photo: Catherine Cattanach 1. Art by Catherine Cattanach
2. Bronze Partner Cameron Partners
3. Bronze Partner Nine Sixty
4. Art by Charlie McKenzie
5. Art by Lester Blair
6. Artist Megan Collier and her art

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Photo: Lester Blair



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