Arts Canterbury - Artists supporting artists

Welcome to Arts Canterbury

Providing a sense of community & support for local artists

Artists supporting artists

Our mission - To foster appreciation of the visual arts in Canterbury and to provide support to artists who create art.

Arts Canterbury is committed to supporting the artists, art galleries and other art related businesses throughout Canterbury, New Zealand. As an incorporated charitable organisation, Arts Canterbury is governed by an elected executive committee, whose aim is to continue to provide a range of opportunities for all members.

Our purpose

The declared purpose of Arts Canterbury is to:

• Provide public opportunities for people in Canterbury to develop and appreciate a wide range of art media.
• Support artists in Canterbury to display and exhibit their art.
• Support the artistic communities, galleries and cultural environments in which art and artists can thrive and develop.
• Provide learning opportunities for artists and the public.
• Promote and support visual art and artists across Canterbury.

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Our Membership


Arts Canterbury members often talk about the sense of community and support that they have gained by becoming a member. The opportunities they receive as a member of Arts Canterbury include a variety of exhibitions throughout each calendar year, educational seminars and workshops, a members only facebook group and regular social meetups for members to interact with each other. The opportunity to have their art shared on the Arts Canterbury website and across the different social media platforms is also beneficial, especially for those who may be just starting out on their art journey.

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Featured Artist

Emma G Potteree

About

I discovered pottery approx 3 years ago and was immediately hooked. So much so I set up a studio at home, bought a kiln and not looked back. I really am an 'all or nothing' kinda gal. I only do hand building and just love the endless possibilities of creation it brings.

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Upcoming events

Full Day Painting Workshops

January 19, 2025
to February 23, 2025

Looking for something fun and creative to do in the weekend? Due to popular demand I will now be running […]

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Domestic Flair | Form Gallery

February 1, 2025
to February 28, 2025

Form Gallery’s first exhibition of 2025 features unique domestic ware by master potter Aaron Scythe and returning artists Amanda Shanley & […]

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Afternoon Tea & Artist Talk with Victoria McIntosh | Oxford Gallery

March 9, 2025 2:00 pm

The kettle is warming, the tea trolley is set, the home made cakes are waiting to be devoured! So please […]

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