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NZ Art Guild presents “Borderless”

Posted by admin on February 11, 2011

35 talented, NZ Art Guild members including our very own Holly Budge join together to illustrate that art is truly borderless. Through unique artworks and diverse medias that show that art is our one true global language. It has no boundaries, it crosses borders between nations and culture. It creates a dialogue between individuals, communication between communities and allows us to see and to listen to each other. Art lets us …imagine what is possible, it heals, reveals and transforms.

Please Join us at the Academy of Fine Arts, For the opening event Wednesday 16th 5:30 – 7:30pm
Free Entry, All welcome

Exhibition will run from Wed 16th – 23rd Feb 10am-5pm Daily

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Photos from the opening of Bead Archaeology

Posted by IslaOsborne on February 3, 2011

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The Original Art Sale 2011 (TOAS 2011)

Posted by BorntoBeadnz on February 1, 2011

We are happy to announce that the registration for The Original Art Sale 2011 (TOAS 2011) is now open. This year will be buzzing with activity with preparations for the Rugby World Cup so we are bringing forward the date of the sale. Auckland’s largest art market will be held on 13 to 15 May 2011 at the TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre.

As one of Auckland’s established art events, we are continually looking for ways to improve our service to our artists. For 2011, we will be confirming acceptance to online applications within 5-7 business days upon receipt of payment and sample images. This feature has been organized so you can immediately start on your artwork without the long wait for application results. The earlier you register, the earlier you will receive the reply. You may choose to apply online or send your application via post.

Click here to register online

Once again, over 1,200 artworks by more than 350 artists from the New Zealand art community will be accepted at this massive three day event.

Registration dates are from 31 January to 15 March. Results for postal applications will be announced on 21 March 2011. For updates, follow us on Facebook or visit www.theoriginalartsale.co.nz for details. We have also set up the TOAS 2011 events page and you may use this page to invite your contacts to the event.

We are excited for TOAS 2011 and we look forward to your ideas and creations this year!

Kind regards,
Richard Jeffery

Director

The Original Art Sale

13 to 15 May 2011

TelstraClear Pacific Events Center

Manukau 2104

info@theoriginalartsale.co.nz

PO Box 76596, Manukau City

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Nikki Hastings-McFall is next at Artstation

Posted by IslaOsborne on January 31, 2011

Hi, I just wanted to show you the caliber of artists exhibiting in the Artstation gallery… Nikki Hastings-McFall sets up her solo exhibition the day after we tear down Bead Archaeology.

You can check out her work and hear interviews at on number of websites, just type her name into a google search.

Milford Galleries represents her in Auckland and Dunedin and you can see some of her recent work here

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Bead Archaeology Stitch Classes

Posted by KarileaLindsayBeale on January 28, 2011

I would like to take the opportunity to invite you all to two fabulous stitchwork classes that are happening in conjunction with the NZGBA Bead Archaeology exhibition. If you are interested in learning how to stitch with correct tension, using the correct materials and beads, for a fabulous outcome – then come along!

The first class is an Ndebele Cuff made with a stitch that originated with the Ndebele tribe of South Africa. The sample is pictured using bronze beads (it is actually my personal cuff). The kit itself is lovely neutral tones of grey and black (stunning!). This class is generously sponsored by Beads Glorious Beads in Kingsland, Auckland and will be held at the Art Station on the 5th Feb from 10.00-13.00.

The second class is a contemporary take on an Egyptian Sun Collar. It combines crystal drops, seed beads and a beautiful button clasp in its design. There are two colourways available – as pictured. This class is generously sponsored by Auckland Beads of Devonport, Auckland and will be held at the Art Station on the 12th Feb from 10.00-14.00.

Kits and tuition are provided with the class. As this is a fundraising opportunity for the NZGBA, class fees will apply. Classes can be booked by following the links on the NZGBA websites ‘Exhibitions’ page.

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An Invitation to the opening of Bead Archaeology

Posted by IslaOsborne on January 18, 2011

Hi all,
You should be getting a copy of this in your mailbox by the end of the week, but below is a digital version of the invitation for you to forward to friends and family. Bead Archaeology is going to be a great show and it would be lovely to see you all at the opening.

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Apparel Magazine features Bead Archeology

Posted by IslaOsborne on January 17, 2011

Linley from Auckland Beads (one of our sponsors) put me in touch with Dan from Apparel Magazine who has agreed to publish an article about the exhibition in their February issue. Cool huh.

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Gallery 36 features Bead Archeology Exhibition

Posted by IslaOsborne on January 17, 2011

Please visit www.gallery36.co.nz and check out the article about our upcoming exhibition. x isla

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Courage Beads

Posted by BorntoBeadnz on January 10, 2011

Venue to be confirmed. 1^st – 31^st March, 2011.
It seems that there truly is no rest for the wicked, so back to your torches in anticipation of yet another great exhibition. Hot on the heels of Lucent and Bead Archeology, we have been offered the opportunity to be part of Child Cancer Month in March 2011. The NZGBA will be working with The Child Cancer Foundation to develop a month-long exhibition of Courage Beads.

Courage Beads, to be held in the foyer of the Vero Tower, will highlight the role of the NZGBA within the Beads of Courage programme. It will showcase the work of member artists and raise money for the Child Cancer Foundation.

Submissions could be anything from individual beads to jewellery or sculpture, but must focus on an aspect of the Beads of Courage programme. You may choose to work with heart or butterfly beads, consider the concept of courage, or the journey children take through their treatment process. We are looking for your unique point of view.

You can find entry forms and submission guidelines here, and the important dates are:

Submission Intentions: 21^st Jan, 2011

Entry Forms and Submissions: 21^st Feb, 2011

Exhibition Opens: 1^st March, 2011

Exhibition Closes: 31^st March, 2011.

Any questions, feel free to contact me, I’m already looking forward to your submissions.

Contact
Isla Osborne

2 Wellpark Avenue, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021
isla.osborne@gmail.com
021 027 22005

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2010 Raffle Winners

Posted by BorntoBeadnz on December 23, 2010

Finally we managed to draw the lucky winners, we apologise for the delay with the Christmas season raffle booklets took longer than expected to be returned.

The winners are

Anne Hutchinson – ticket number 4942 won Karilea’s orchid necklace

Carol Gunn – ticket number 4508 won Karilea’s Tree Pendant necklace

Sandra Snoudon - ticket number 4510 won Helen Moore’s Calcedony pendant

Cynthia McInally – ticket number 2336 won Lisa-Jane’s necklace