ARTS AND CRAFTS

Wanganui Chronicle, 13 November 1946, Page 4

ARTS AND CRAFTS

BLACK AND WHITE SECTION MORE INTEREST SHOULD BK TAKEN IN THIS. (By H.C.J.). The Black and White section of the Arts Society's exhibition contains some interesting material, but it could be given more attention with advantage to art in general. Drawing is the basis of all sound art and it requires to he fostered on that account The public, however, has not yet come to appreciate its general artistic value. This is because drawing is a subject which requires a technical knowledge if a thrill is to be got out of observing high accomplishment in this respect. The Phaiden Books are doing much to cultivate the interest in drawing and this js all to the good. The Society might do well to hold a special exhib.tion of black and white work with a view to generating interest in this section. Some artists are capable of following Dorothy Turner along the patli of the drypoint and the etching and these should be encouraged. Line and wash drawing should also find a place to a greater extent than it does now, V. E. Whiteman providing the only example of this class of work. The following comprise the Black and White Section: Pencil portrait, “T. Holloway, Esq.,, D. R. Blight; crayon portrait, "Nell." Dorothy Joblin; pencil portrait, "Lincoln Lee, Esq." Dorothy Joblin; good handling of deta.is. Crayon portrait study. D. R. Blight. Pencil portrait. "Dr. Featherston." Hugh Jenkins. This portrait was drawn from a bust in the possession of the Wanganui City Council. "Springtime," V. E. Whiteman. Pencil study, Man's Head, Shirley Hoult, Penc.l study, Man’s Head, Shirley Hoult. A pupil of Dorothy Turner and Linley Richardson, Shirley Hoult is making rapid strides as a portaitist in line and in oils. Woodcut, "Legend of Maui," Mervyn Taylor. Portrait Pencil. D. R. Blight. Woodcut, "Toadstools," Mervyn Taylor. Pencil and wash, “A Friendly Bout,” V. E. Whiteman. This artist specialises in animal studies and is successful in capturing them in action. Woodcut, "Clover.” Mervyn Taylor. Chalk drawing, “T. Holloway, Esq.,” D. R. Blight; is essentially a Wanganui artist, having learned his technique here. He usually exhibits drypoints. This drawing is interesting, revealing the influence of Augustus John. Woodcut, "Kowhal,” Mervyn Taylor. Portrait study, pencil, S. Hoult. Charcoal, "Still Life," D. R. Blight. Etching. "Huntly School Chapel,” E. J. D. Turner. This artist is an enthusiastic teacher Has worked abroad and was awarded an

"Honourable Mention" in the Salon Paris. A successful etcher. Woodcut, "Snail." Mervyn Taylor. Pencil portrait, D. R. Blight. Woodcut, "Shell,” Mervyn Taylor. Pencil portrait, D, R. Blight. Woodcut, “The Blade," Mervyn Taylor. M. Taylor has specialised on the woodcut. All of his work is of interest and the exhibits this year are particularly so. Pencil study of girl’s bond. Dorothea Joblin. Dorothea Joblin is a newcomer to the Wanganui Gallery. Her works should be kept under observation. It is very promising. Woodcut, "Weta," Mervyn Tay- ’ ", Drypoint, "Chapel Nga Tawa.” E. J. D- Turner. “Studies in Fungi." A. E. A. Whetton. Pencil drawing. "The Old House." H. E. Knight.