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.

Community

Exhibitions

Education

Resources

Support

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Featured Artist

Victoria Dowall

About

I live and work in Kaiapoi where I teach art classes from my home studio. I'm a mother of 4 and I love cats. I often paint flowers, landscapes, portraits, and abstracts. My graffiti pieces reflect popular culture through a Kiwi lens. I love Te Ao Mãori and am passionate about Te Tiriti. I also like to paint expressive dreamy scapes and quirky pieces with a sense of fun.

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Upcoming events

Art Workshops with Carrie Keith

October 22, 2024
to December 10, 2024

Enrolment is now open for my upcoming art workshops at my home studio on Ropley Street, Amberley. This workshop is […]

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The Courtship

December 8, 2024
to December 22, 2024

St Mary’s is honoured to host The Courtship, a series by Catherine Coster. Catherine is a worshipping member of the […]

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Conundrum | Form Gallery

November 6, 2024
to December 30, 2024

Our current exhibition ‘Conundrum‘ with sculptures by Matthew Williams, will remain in situ for the month of December. If you […]

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