Christchurch artists to exhibit work at Hamilton's ArtsPost

The work of seven Christchurch artists will go on display at Hamilton’s ArtsPost
Galleries and Shop this month, after the group accepted an invitation to exhibit their art
outside of their quake-damaged city.

The artists, Linda Pringle, Rebecca Stewart, Amanda Beddis, Kim Hennessy, Mark
Soltero, Ina Johann and Dr. Victoria Edwards, will display their work as part of the
exhibition ‘A Chain of Episodes’. Amongst the artworks will be collage, painting,
sculpture, ceramics and photography – providing viewers with a wide variety of styles
and influencing themes.

Waikato Museum Director Kate Vusoniwailala said the exhibition came about after
space became available in two of ArtsPost’s galleries, allowing the facility to extend an
invitation to the Christchurch artists.

“Following the February quake, the opportunity for Christchurch artists to exhibit work
in their own city decreased due to lack of gallery space – this was seen as a way for
ArtsPost to offer its support to Christchurch artists by providing a space in which they
can continue to showcase their art while their city rebuilds,” she said.

“Because ArtsPost’s core focus is Waikato art, this is also a unique opportunity for the
public to experience the works of Christchurch contemporary artists right here in
Hamilton.”

Ms Vusoniwailala said the fact that A Chain of Episodes will exhibit alongside the
exhibition ‘Where’ featuring the works of three Hamilton artists may act as extra
inspiration for the Christchurch group.

“It will definitely be motivating for the South Island artists to exhibit alongside their
North Island counterparts – this promises to be a true collaboration of the nation’s
artistic talent on show,” she said.

A Chain of Episodes opens on 21 July at 5.30pm and will remain on display until 15
August.

North Canterbury vineyard Sherwood Estate, which has been an active supporter of the
arts in Christchurch for a number of years through their association with COCA and The Arthouse galleries, is sponsoring the opening night, alongside Hamilton cafes Hazel
Hayes and the Coffee and Food Establishment.