Beautiful Marks
- Written by
- Marion Bright
Take a break from the holiday rush or chalk it up for a rainy-day outing with a visit to the Taupō Museum these holidays. Over the summer months, the main gallery will feature thirty-one Taupō district artists showcasing a fascinating interpretation of marks in an exhibition aptly titled Beautiful Marks.
The diverse collection of artwork ranges from abstract to representational, painting to sculpture, ceramics, printmaking and woodturning. There’s bound to be something to fall in love with.
Taupō as an Art Community
Taupō Art Connection’s third exhibition at Taupō Museum celebrates five years en-hancing creative enrichment and growth that members gain from connecting in this group. New and emerging artists to semi- and professionals showcase their creative marks. The exhibition is evidence of the evolving vibrancy of Taupō as an art community.
The exhibition is on from 16 December until 12 February at Taupō Museum. There will be live art demonstrations at varied times from Wednesday to Sunday each week through January. Information at www.taupoartconnection.org.nz or at Taupō Museum.
Visit the Taupō Museum
Taupō Museum is renowned for the Ora Garden of Wellbeing and has a year-round schedule of fascinating touring and local exhibitions. Located at Story Place, the museum is open from 10am to 4.30pm daily (except Christmas Day and Good Friday). Entry is free to children and Taupō District residents with proof of address.