Development Of Art In Gisborne Is Noted At Exhibition

Gisborne Herald, Volume LXXVII, Issue 23315, 26 July 1950, Page 8

Development Of Art In Gisborne Is Noted At Exhibition

The growth and development of art in til is district is fully demonstrated by interesting and varied pictures—numbering over 100 —which comprise an exhibition of work by local members of the F. 3. and East Coast Ait Society. The exhibition opened last evening in the Music Room. Palmerston Road, with a preview for members and their guests. Considerable interest attached to the fact that a large proportion of the work depicts ■ local scenes and subjects of interest to Gisborne people, who were quick to appreciate the artists’ interpretation of places they knew. Seascapes, landscapes, still life and portraits were presented in a variety of media, including water-colours, oils and pastels. It was pleasing to note the high standard of the work in the student section. which indicates that several of its exhibitors will soon pass on to the artist section of the society. Outstanding in the student group were ''Cherie'’ by Mrs. E. Askew. “Grand Dad," S. L. Bugden, “Portrait" and “Haystacks.’’ Miss N. Lewis, and “In Haglcy Park,” Miss B. Mill.

In the main section of the display especially favourable comment was attracted by "Winter Berries." by Miss E. B. Carr, "Hongi's Track.” and “Waikaremoana.” A. Christie. “Tawa DiningRoom,” Mrs. L. Davis. “Ruins. Egypt.” S. Y. Dodgslnin, “The Clearing" and “The Old Tree.” and "Maraehako Bay." E. N. Gully, "The Anchorage.” T. G. Johns. “The Bluff." “Lake Glimpse,” and "Mountain Mist," J. R. Moir, “Liquid Amber Leaves.” Mrs. A. H. Robertson, “Winter Flowers,” and “Christmas Decorations,” Miss C. L. Watkins. “Waikaremoana,” and “Green Reflections.” G. W. Willock, “The Late Jane Mander,” A. B. Barns-Graham, “Wind on Waikaremoana,” and “Helen” Mrs. L. Davis. A trio of architectural drawings by G. C. Oldham attracted considerable notice.

Tiie exhibitors were Mesdames L. Davis, V. Denniston, J. Dunn. E. Middlebrook, A. H. Robertson, E. Askew; Misses E. B. Carr. C. L. Watkins, N. Lewis, M. Dunfo.v, B. Mill; Messrs. H. J. Bacon. A. Christie, S. Y. Dodgshun, E. N. Gully. T. G. Johns. J. R. Moir, G. W. Willock, B. B. Barns-Graham. G. C. Oldham, S. L. Bugden and C. C. Manning. The exhibition will be open to the public in the afternoons and evenings of this week.