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Artists in Golden Bay

Welcome to the Online Guide to Artists in Golden Bay, New Zealand, showcasing a wide range of the arts and crafts available in this beautiful area. Scroll down and explore...

The location of workshops and galleries is marked on the map at the bottom of this page. This webpage is colour-coded as below:

Open advertised hours   Open by appointment

If you want to visit artists outside advertised hours or by appointment, and you are travelling some distance, we strongly advise you to call before you set out, to avoid disappointment.

 

1  JOCELYNNE BACCI

PIKIKIRUNGA STONE SCULPTURE
Contemporary stone sculpture. Distinct unique work featuring Takaka marble, limestone, granite and mixed media in a rural garden setting.
 

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JOCELYNNE BACCI
465 Takaka Valley Road, SH60, Uruwhenua, Golden Bay.
Open: by appointment.
Phone: 03 525 8734
Text me: 027 525 8734
Email: jbaccinz@clear.net.nz
www.virtualbay.co.nz/jocelynnebacci

Studio & sculpture garden 15 km south of Takaka on left at Uruwhenua. Signposted and visible from the road. No credit cards.
Other outlet: MONZA, Takaka

2  DEAN RAYBOULD

PAINTINGS on wood, canvas, instruments etc. in mixed media and cast resin. Also available for commissions, murals, illustration
and design.
 

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DEAN RAYBOULD
1936 Takaka Valley Hwy, SH60.
Open: by appointment.
Phone: 03 525 9510
Mob: 021 104 3588
Email: deanraybould@xtra.co.nz

On Takaka Valley Highway just before
Dodson Road/Central Takaka Road
intersection & Hospital. No credit cards. Other outlet: MONZA,Takaka.

3  THE TRUG MAKERS

THE ANCIENT ART OF TRUG MAKING creates wooden baskets - individual hand-made treasures. The traditional skills used also create Devon maunds, flower baskets & milking stools.
 

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THE TRUG MAKERS
Open most daylight hours
499 One Spec Road,
RD1, Takaka 7183
Phone: 03 525 8342
Email: jcbellerby@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.trugmaker.co.nz

1 km from Takaka towards
Nelson turn right off SH60
into Long Plain Rd and right
onto One Spec Rd. Signs at
end of tarseal. Map on trug
cards at Golden Bay iSite.

4  MONZA GALLERY

More Outstanding New Zealand Art Delight in the creativity of
Golden Bay. An array of exclusively local works on show. Contemporary art & jewellery in an historical setting.
 

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MONZA GALLERY
25 Commercial St, Takaka
Open:
Summer: 10 am-5 pm daily
Winter: variable
Phone: 03 525 8510
Mob: 027 433 9477 (text preferred)
Email: phillyhall@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.monza.co.nz

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5  LOLLOKIKI

BOUTIQUE GALLERY featuring works by Toy Murchie & Kas Muller.
Fun, contemporary, distinctive metal sculptures, mirrors, windows, lamps, paintings, postcards & jewellery. Multi-disciplined, Multi-media.  
 

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LOLLO KIKI
30 Commercial St, Takaka
Open:
Summer: 10 am-5 pm daily
Winter: variable

Web: www.lollokiki.co.nz
Email: lollokiki@xtra.co.nz
Phone: 03 525 8005 or 03 525 8860
Mob: 027 383 8001

6  ROBIN DAWSON

OUTHOUSE PRODUCTIONS / INHOUSE GALLERY Stills Photography, Film & TV Production, media services, music videos, video for web/DVD. Archival framed photographic prints. Photographic print service up to A3. Leaflet /brochure design.

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ROBIN DAWSON
43 Motupipi Street
opposite Orange garage.
Open by appointment.

Phone: 021 260 3216
Email:
outhouseproductionsnz@gmail.com
Web:
http://web.me.com/deezal

Gallery in front of house.
No credit cards.

7  ABBI M DESIGN

POTTERY BY ABBI M VANDESKOG Contemporary pottery with vibrant
colours; decorative & functional.
Continually evolving range & designs.



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ABBI M DESIGN
59 Motupipi Street Takaka
Open~
Summer: Most days 10am-5pm, (Sunday closed)
Winter: advisable to phone.

Phone: 03 525 8584
Email: abbi@xtra.co.nz

Gallery situated in Motupipi St, halfway between Telegraph Hotel & Milk Factory & across road from Takaka Camping Ground. Other outlets: MONZA, Takaka.

8  PAT BAYLIFF

PASTEL, ACRYLIC, PEN/WASH, WATERCOLOUR, OILS, MIXED-MEDIA, CHARCOAL. Animals, portraits, landscapes, abstracts, flowers.


 

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PAT BAYLIFF
Flat 1, 3A Feary Crescent, Takaka
Open~ by appointment
Phone: 03 525 8563

From central Takaka along Commercial St, left Edinburgh Street, right Feary Crescent. Driveway on left past first bungalow, limited parking.
No credit cards.


 

9  ELEMENTAL ARTS

PAINTINGS BY NGANGA; PHOTO IMAGERY BY LETHEA ERZ
Vision & creativity in harmony with Nature & Spirit. Colourful, captivating photographs, paintings, prints & cards. Many styles, many subjects. Images of Golden Bay and beyond..

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46 Rototai Road, Takaka
Open~ 12-4pm daily Labour weekend through Easter. Other times by appointment.

NgAngA
Phone: 03 525 7666 / 021 107 6312
Email: ngang@ngangart.co.nz
Web: www.ngangart.co.nz

Lethea Erz
Phone: 03 525 7646 / 021 112 9626
Email: Lethea@LetheArt.co.nz
Web: www.LetheArt.co.nz
2kms from Takaka town centre; 1km past High School on Rototai Rd,
on curve beyond mural.
No credit cards.

10  ART & GOURD GALLERY

LORRAINE & TREVOR POLGLASE
Contemporary paintings reflecting the colours & landscapes of the region. Marble & limestone sculpture. Hard shell gourds grown, carved & decorated.

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ART & GOURD GALLERY
Phone/fax: 03 525 8107
Email: polglase@ts.co.nz
Web: www.polglaseart.co.nz

173 Tangmere Road, Takaka
Open~ Summer: 10 am-5 pm daily
Other times phone first.

Down Rototai Rd from High School corner. Turn at Rototai cemetery into Tangmere Rd and follow signs.

11  KATHY REILLY

PAINTER & PRINTMAKER with a
determination to express witty
commentary on social, political &
personal issues.



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KATHY REILLY
Open~ by appointment
‘Shell Terrace’
124 Abel Tasman Drive,
Motupipi, Takaka

Phone: 03 525 8165
Email: kathy.reilly@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.virtualbay.co.nz/kathyreilly
2 km from Takaka township on main road to Pohara. Farm homestead on the hill surrounded by mature trees. No credit cards.
Other outlets: Golden Bay Gallery & MONZA, Takaka.

12  JANINE SCOTT-DICKINS

OVER THE MOON STUDIO
Small whimsical sculptures, featuring dogs, birds, horses & moons. Textile collages, acrylic paintings, photographic prints. ‘Creating sparks to ignite inner worlds.’

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JANINE SCOTT-DICKINS
Packard Road, Motupipi
Open~ Wed. 10 am-4 pm Oct-April
or when signs say open.
Or by appointment

Phone: 03 525 9226
Email: janine@goldenbay.org.nz

Drive to Motupipi, turn right into
Glenview Rd. First left into
Packard Rd, 3kms straight on
over bridge & follow signs.
No credit cards.
Other outlet: MONZA, Takaka


 

13  CATH ROGERS

Contemporary paintings and prints. An eclectic mix of vibrant, quirky, abstract and designer pieces, in a range of sizes. 

 

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CATH ROGERS
388 Abel Tasman Drive, Motupipi.
Open by appointment or when sign says open.

Ph/mob: 03 525 7613 / 027 6624289
Email: cathrogers.art@hotmail.com
Web: www.facebook.com/CathRogersArt

No credit cards.
Commissions welcome. Other outlets: MONZA, Takaka.
Other outlet: MONZA, Takaka

14  KELCEY CHANDLER

STARLIGHT GLASS WORKS
Exceptionally vibrant glass jewellery. Contemporary glass plates, bowls & architectural pieces. Underwater photography & sandblasted designs.
 

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KELCEY CHANDLER
100 Rocklands Road, Clifton
Summer: open daily 10 am to dark.
Winter: by appointment

Ph/mob: 03 525 7615 / 021 0251509
Email: kelceychandler@yahoo.com
Web: www.underseaphotovideo.com
Right at Clifton Road, right next junction & right on Rocklands Road. Go 1 km, turn right at stone gatepost number 100, follow drive past house to carpark. No credit cards.
Other outlet: MONZA, Takaka

15  JOHN PEARCE

WOOD & PAUA
Wood from the Bay. Wood and Paua products, wide range of hand crafted platters and lazy susans.


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JOHN PEARCE
Caravan GAllery open most weekends or by appointment.
758 Abel Tasman Drive, Pohara.
Phone: 03 525 8003

Situated just before Pohara camping ground.
No credit cards.

16  EARTH SEA GALLERY

PAINTINGS BY PETER GEEN
Unique, collectable fine art. Landscape paintings and reproduction giclee prints.


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PETER GEEN
Summer: Open most days 10 am-5 pm
Winter: Variable, check for ‘open’
sign at intersection.
76 Boyle Street, Clifton, Takaka.
Phone/fax: 03 525 7007
Email: kerry@earthseagallery.com
Website: www.earthseagallery.com

On road from Takaka to Pohara turn left into Boyle Street
(Golf Course Road) at Clifton intersection. Look for gallery sign 1km on right. Alternatively, walk or cycle the new Selwyn St Walkway from the Pohara Camp Ground onto the Wetland Walkway. Turn left onto Boyle St and follow the signs to the gallery. Campervans and coaches welcome.

Other outlets:
Penguin Cafe, Pohara;
Golden Bay Gallery, Takaka;
Farewell Spit Eco Tours


 

17  NIKKI WINTER

ART ON TOP
Vibrant, original artworks using
acrylics, silks, copper and paua.






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NIKKI WINTER
45 Bay Vista Drive, Pohara
Open~ by appointment or when the sign says ‘open’.

Phone: 03 525 8899
Email: k.n.winter@xtra.co.nz

Turn left onto Bay Vista Drive from Richmond Road, studio at No 45.
No credit cards.
Other outlets: Totally Roasted & Penguin Cafe, Pohara

18  SAMBOW STUDIO

CERAMICS BY JO BOWKER
Handbuilt earthenware ceramics including hearts, bowls, vases & garden art. I am keen to custom make your own message or inscription.




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JO BOWKER
74 Pohara Valley Road, Pohara
Open~ by appointment or when the sign at mailbox says open.

Phone: 03 525 7651
Email: jobowker@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.sambow.felt.co.nz

Please park by mailbox at end of Pohara Valley Road. Enjoy the views as you walk up 250m drive to studio.
No credit cards.
Other outlets: MONZA, Takaka and Totally Roasted Cafe, Pohara

19  HEATHCROFT STUDIO

PAINTINGS BY GEOFFREY HEATH
Original artworks in oils, acrylics & watercolours. A unique interpretation of Golden Bay & the Nelson region.





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GEOFFREY HEATH
14 Haile Lane, Pohara
RD1, Takaka 7183
Visits by appointment
or when sign says ‘open’.

Phone: 03 525 8540
Email: info@heathcroftstudio.co.nz
Web: www.heathcroftstudio.co.nz

Turn 1st right off Pohara Valley Rd. Park in driveway. Walk up past left hand side of garage. turn right at end of path. No credit cards.
Other outlets: MONZA & Golden Bay Gallery, Takaka; Awaroa Lodge.

20  JOHANNA WARD

"THE SHED" STUDIO & GALLERY
Johanna paints in her own unique style in oils on canvas or board.
Her work is inspired by New Zealand land and seascapes and also familiar interior scenes which all receive Johanna’s perspective, vivid colour and exaggeration to capture the essence of the scene.

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JOHANNA WARD
Studio & Gallery - The Shed,
1178 Abel Tasman Drive, Ligar Bay,
RD1, Takaka
Open~ most days.

Email: jw@johannaward.co.nz
Web: www.johannaward.co.nz
Phone: 03 525 7477

From Takaka take the road to Pohara, go past Port Tarakohe and continue to Ligar Bay. At the far end of the bay is the lagoon. ‘The Shed’ 1178 Abel Tasman Drive is just opposite the entrance to this. No credit cards.

Other outlets;
Takaka Infusion – House of Fine Tea at 30 Commercial St, Takaka. Situated at the rear of Lollokiki and next to the Picture Theatre.


 

21  NICK FEINT

STONE ARROW JEWELLERY
Wide range of Jewellery crafted in
Sterling Silver, Paua & Jade with a natural New Zealand theme. Wholesale prices.
 

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NICK FEINT
c/-Tui Community, McShane’s Road, Wainui Bay
Open~ by appointment all year

Phone: 03 525 6232
Fax: 03 525 6231
Email: nick@stonearrow.co.nz
Web: www.stonearrow.co.nz
Take road to Totaranui, left onto McShane’s Rd at end of Wainui Bay, follow road almost to end, turn right at ‘farm entrance only’ sign. First building. No credit cards.

22  SAGE COX

VIBRANT ORIGINAL OIL PAINTINGS & WATERCOLOURS ON SILK reflecting the places, produce, people & sheep of the region.
 
 

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SAGE COX
Open by appointment all year
Patons Rock
RD2 Takaka
Phone: 03 525 8460
Email: sage@sagecox.co.nz
Text: 021 2808180
Web: www.sagecox.co.nz

Patons Rock 10 mins drive North of Takaka. Directions given when making appointment to visit. Other outlets: Wholemeal Cafe: Awaroa Lodge

23  PETER GREER

WILLOW WORKS
Basket Willow grown on-site is woven into handsome, distinctive baskets which are both functional and durable. Other products include brooms and bean frames.

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PETER GREER
Open by appointment.
1117 SH60 Onekaka
Phone: 03 525 9362
Web: www.willowworks.co.nz

2.2 km Nth of Golden Bay lookout, midway between Takaka &
Collingwood. Look for letterbox 1117, then follow the signs.

No credit cards. Other outlets: Artisans Takaka, Weka Arts Rockville.

24  ONEKAKA ARTS

GOLD - SILVER - JADE
A unique opportunity to experience three artisans creating original high-quality works in the heart of beautiful Golden Bay.

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ONEKAKA ARTS
1185 SH60 Onekaka
Open~ Summer daily
Winter: variable
Phone/Fax: 03 525 7366

Email: Peter - pekita@slingshot.co.nz
Grant - ironworks7@gmail.com
Geoff - tekoru1@kol.co.nz
Web: www.onekakaarts.co.nz

PETER MEARES, silversmith: Intricate & detailed pieces in precious metals plus original designs in stone, bone & shell. I can create that individual item you have always dreamed of having.

GRANT MUIR, manufacturing jeweller: Handmade contemporary & antique jewellery. Specialising in one-off Wedding & Engagement Rings featuring Diamonds & other precious stones. Right: Manuka Flower, Diamond, Gold, Palladium

GEOFF WILLIAMS, jade carver:
Individually hand-carved pieces, high quality finishing, genuine New Zealand jades, paua & semi-precious gemstones. A combination of traditional & locally inspired designs are featured in my work.

All our work is exclusive to Onekaka Arts. On the main road, SH 60, half-way between Takaka & Collingwood. Eftpos & credit cards welcome.


 

25  PAUL WINSPEAR POTTERY

HIGH QUALITY TABLEWARE & PRESENTATION PIECES with dramatic glazes. Paul specialises in large platters & bowls, but also makes plenty of smaller pieces.


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PAUL WINSPEAR POTTERY
Open~ Summer: 7 days 9am-6pm
except public holidays.
Winter: (May-Dec)variable, best to phone first.

Tukurua Road, RD2 Takaka 7182
Phone/fax: 03 525 7965
Email: winspalmer@clear.net.nz
Web: www.nzpotters.com

Turn right off SH60 (Takaka to Collingwood) at Tukurua Camp Road. First property on the left. Park in indicated parking area and walk over the bridge to the gallery. Other outlet: MONZA, Takaka

26  LIVING LIGHT CANDLES

LIVING LIGHT CANDLES & WAX OBJECTS are handcrafted exclusively in Golden Bay. Combining original designs with premier ingredients, we create world class products of unsurpassable quality that bring light, beauty and spirit.

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LIVING LIGHT CANDLES
Tukurua Gallery
Tukurua Road.
Open~ Summer
10am - 5pm daily
Winter: call for hours
Phone: 03 525 7567

Email: info@livinglight.co.nz
Web: www.livinglight.co.nz

27  LIZA EASTMAN

QUILTED ART WALL HANGINGS
all sizes, bed quilts and garments, recycled and new silk, cotton and other fabrics. Wearable and unwearable art. Interesting studio tour.


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LIZA EASTMAN
Open~ by appointment or take pot luck
Hakea Hill House B&B,
1555 State Highway 60,
ParaPara /
Phone: 03 524 8487
Email: liza@clear.net.nz
Web: www.virtualbay.co.nz/lizaeastman

From Takaka, SH60 past Tukurua, left side, 1555, sewing machine on white post, long uphill driveway easy turnaround. No credit cards.
Other outlets:
iSite;
Golden Bay Museum;
TDC service centre;
Eco Tours

28  TIM JESSEP POTTERY

DOMESTIC & DECORATIVE WARE






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TIM JESSEP POTTERY
Lookout Road, Parapara.
Open~
Summer: (Nov-May) 10am-5pm,
Winter: 10am-5pm most days,
ring first.
Phone: 03 524 8663

Coming from Takaka turn right off SH60 to Parapara & follow the signs about 500 metres to our Lookout Rd workshop & gallery.
Other outlets: Artisans, Takaka


 

29  MARGARET MALONEY

EXPRESSIVE PAINTINGS evoking the rich diversity of the Golden Bay/Tasman Bay 12egion, reflecting my response & concern for the natural environment.

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MARGARET MALONEY
44 Lookout Road, Parapara, RD2, Takaka 7182
Open~ by appointment
Phone: 03 524 8699
Email: m.maloney@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.virtualbay.co.nz/margaretmaloney

From Takaka right from SH60 into Parapara Beach Rd, then right up Lookout Rd. Straight for 50 mtrs after seal ends, 2nd drive on left at named sign. Other oulet: MONZA, Takaka

30  ESTUARY ARTS

PAINTINGS, CERAMICS, GLASS, TILES
Artworks by Bruce & Rosie.




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ESTUARY ARTS
On State Highway 60.
Open~
Oct to mid-April Wed-Sun 9am-5pm
& Mon-Tues at holiday times.
Phone/fax: 03 524 8466
Web: www.estuaryarts.co.nz

Situated on the northern side of Parapara Inlet. 22 kms from Takaka. LOOK for our metal sign at roadside
entrance!

31  ROSIE LITTLE

A WIDE VARIETY OF LANDSCAPE & FIGURATIVE WORK. Watercolors, oils, acrylics. Expressionistic in style.
A desire towards abstraction. Exhibited widely. Painted professionally for 35 years.

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ROSIE LITTLE
Estuary Arts
SH60 Milnethorpe, ParaPara.
Open~
Oct to mid April, Wed-Sun 9am-5pm
& Mon-Tues at holiday times.
Phone/Fax: 03 524 8466
Web: www.estuaryarts.co.nz

Situated on the northern side of ParaPara Inlet. 22kms from Takaka. On State Highway 60.

32  HANS BAUER

ANATHOTH POTTERY
Raw clay worked by hand & fire to create unique, distinctive pieces with impressive glazes.

 

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ANATHOTH POTTERY
Open~ Summer: 9am-5pm Mon-Sat.
Winter: advisable to phone.

91 Parapara Valley Rd,
RD2 Takaka 7182
Phone/fax: 03 524 8215
Email: hcbauer@xtra.co.nz

18kms from Takaka, turn left off SH60 into Parapara Valley Road & follow signs. We are 1 km from the main road.
Other outlet: MONZA, Takaka


 

33 SKYEBLUE GALLERY

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SALLY-ANNE JOHNSON. Intimate photographic gallery showcasing Limited Edition canvas prints, framed works, Photo cards, souvenir book of Golden Bay photographs & much more. 

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SKYEBLUE GALLERY
150 Collingwood-Bainham Road.
Open: most days all summer, look for ‘open’ sign/flag or by appointment. Winter months best to ring first.

Phone/fax: 03 524 8755
Email: pixsal@yahoo.co.nz
Web: www.skyebluephotographicgallery.com

2.4 km from Collingwood towards Bainham. Black/white sign at entrance. Drive in, easy parking. Other outlets: MONZA, Golden Bay Gallery & Eatery on the Rock, Takaka, Collingwood Post & Gifts, Farewell Spit Tours, Collingwood, Pohara Sands Cafe & Accommodation, Pohara.

34 REG TURNER

TURNER STUDIO / GALLERY
Contemporary, abstract, & landscape paintings in oils & acrylics.


 

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REG TURNER
MacKay Pass Road, Rockville, Collingwood RD1.
Open~ by appointment all year.

Phone: 03 524 8717
Email: regturner@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.regturnerartist.co.nz
Follow tourist signs to Heaphy Track. First road on left past Rockville Museum is MacKay Pass Rd.
Follow signage to
Reg Turner Studio/Gallery.

   

35  Skyeblue Gallery - Sally-Anne Johnson 33, 34  Rosie Little - Estuary Arts 36  Reg Turner - Turner Studio / Gallery Hans Bauer - Anathoth Pottery 31  Liza Eastman - Quilted Art 30  Tim Jessep Pottery 29  Margaret Maloney - Painter 28  Paul Winspear Pottery 27  Onekaka Arts - Jade, Silver & Gold 26  Peter Greer - Willow Works 25  Sage Cox - Painter 24  Clean Earth Soap Gallery 23  Nick Feint - Stone Arrow Jewellery 22  Johanna Ward - "The Shed" Studio & Gallery 21  Geoffrey Heath - Heathcroft Studio 20  Nikki Winter - Art On Top 19  Lesley McIver - Glitz Art Glass 18  Earthsea Gallery - Peter Geen 17  Kelcey Chandler -  Starlight Glass Works 16  Janine Scott-Dickens - Over The Moon Studio 15  Kathy Reilly 14  Art & Gourd Gallery - Lorraine & Trevor Polglase 13  Elemental Arts Gallery - Lethea Erz Fine Art Photography 4  The Trug Makers 3  Morag Dean - Pottery & Mixed Media Textiles 2  Dean Raybould - Painter 1  Jocelynne Bacci - Pikikirunga Stone Sculpture 12  Pat Bayliff 9  Timeless Creations 11  Abbi M Design 10  Robin Dawson 8  Monza Gallery Lollo Kiki & The White Room 5  Maureen Harte - Wild Sands Weaving