Art exhibition

Life Lines 2019
Figure studies by the Catherine Mitchell Life Drawing Group
November 15 to December 2
[ s p a c e ] gallery 114 Ocean view road Oneroa.

[ s p a c e ]  gallery is welcoming the Catherine Mitchell Life Drawing Group for their annual exhibition of figure studies and life drawings.
Representing the human anatomy in pencil, charcoal, watercolours and a variety of media, this show is an opportunity for the public to discover some of Waiheke numerous talents, to learn about a seldom presented aspect of New Zealand contemporary art and to purchase affordable original artworks.
Many in the group are professional artists and others are passionate and committed hobbyists.

“Admittedly, we are no Michelangelos” says Olivier Duhamel “…but one can still appreciate the raw energy emanating from these quick sketches and we are hoping that you will find these works inspiring and enchanting.”  Picasso famously said that it took him a lifetime to unlearn how to draw.  Still “I would advise the rest of us to practice our drawing before attempting to be Picassos” adds Duhamel.  Besides, the same Picasso also said that ”talent does exist, but it has to find you working.”  

Another long-time member is Vern Tupper who has always enjoyed drawing and who is finding that “the gradual shift  from a detailed representation of the person to a freer and more relaxed interpretation is something that gives me great pleasure.”   Indeed, artist Bruce Woods sees life drawing as “equivalent to musical scales, the foundation of visual music.”

Exhibiting artists will include Eduardo Sanchez, Lyndsay Meager, Vern Tupper, Yolanda Whitehead, Sheryl Butler, Bruce Woods, Olivier Duhamel, Mary Ferguson and the late David Mason amongst others. Life Lines 2019 will be held at “small space” in [ s p a c e ] gallery courtyard and all are invited to attend the opening function on Friday 15 at 6pm.

About the Catherine Mitchell Life Drawing Group
The Catherine Mitchell Life Drawing group meets twice a week on Monday evenings & Wednesday mornings. Life drawing is the practice of drawing from a live model, as opposed to drawing from a still life, or a lanscape. The model is generally “undraped” except for the first Wednesday of each month which is a clothed portrait session. This is an untutored group.
Tables, chairs, lights and easels are provided. Simply bring your paper and pencil, charcoal, pastel or watercolours. This is an informal and friendly group. New members of all ability are welcome to call Yolanda Whitehead on 027 343 3803 or Lyndsay Meager on 372 8094 for more information.
The Life Drawing Group wishes to thank their models for their skilled and graceful contribution.
Anyone, male or female of any age or body shape can model for life drawing. People interested in modelling can contact Yolanda Whitehead on 027 343 3803.

About the Catherine Mitchell Art Centre
The Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki road in Ostend,  provides a work and meeting space for groups and practising arts and crafts people. There are two studios – one for fine arts – painting, etc and one for pottery. A third room houses the Bridge Club. Toastmasters, Writing.

Photography, Quilting, Spinning and Weaving also meet at the Centre.  Each group has its allotted time and space. Membership is a $30 annual fee. Each group has its own structure. Tutors may book a room to run their classes. More information on www.cmartcentre.org.nz  or see contact details for each group in Gulf News