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ART EXPO SEPTEMBER 2025

The 2025 TSA Art Expo overcame the challenges of a last-minute venue change, which required significant additional work and expense for the organisers. Despite these hurdles, the new location at Tauranga Intermediate School was very well received by visitors, who praised the setting and atmosphere.

The Expo opened with a Gala Evening, where the guests who braved the poor weather, enjoyed a celebration accompanied by canapés and bubbles. The big highlight was the Jensen Supreme Art Award 2025 – three judges shortlisted 30 finalists, and guest judge Liz Cooper awarded the top honour at the Gala, to Vicki Fraser.

Over the four open days, the event drew strong attendance, and visitors enjoyed viewing the 525 artworks on display that were created by 93 artists. They cast their votes for the People’s Choice Award which was won by Shona Mackenzie.

Thank you to everyone – artists, volunteers, organisers, and supporters – who helped make this event possible.

WINNER OF THE 2025 SUPREME ART AWARD: VICKI FRASER

'In His World'

RUNNER UP OF THE 2025 SUPREME ART AWARD: DOMINIQUE ADCOCK

'Real Estate'

MERIT AWARD - DEBBIE TIPUNA

'Sleep Patterns of the Warrior Artist'

MERIT AWARD - LEONIE JOHNSEN

'Early Morning at the Farm'

MERIT AWARD - ABIGAIL PERANO

'Finding the Way'

MERIT AWARD - EMMA DAVIE

'There Once was a River'

MERIT AWARD - SHONA MACKENZIE

'Still the Silence Glows'

People's Choice Award

First Place: Shona Mackenzie with 'Still the Silence Glows'.

Second Place: Bernadette Ballantyne with 'Stubborn Remedy'

Third place: Ruth Kenyon-Slade with 'Carefree Days'

Fourth equal: Robin Purllant with 'Arawhata Bill' and Deb Clarke with 'White Majesty'

Winner of the painting kindly donated by Kent Bassett – Simon Kent

Spring Competition 2025

This year's spring competition saw 134 artworks entered by 45 artists, across 10 categories—an impressive showcase of creativity and talent! More than 60 members gathered in the art room to hear guest speaker Lynette Fisher share her inspiring journey as an artist and insights into the prestigious Molly Morpeth Art Competition.

Following the judging by Ellie Smith, anticipation built as members waited for the awards presentation. Ellie presented the awards and offered thoughtful commentary on the artworks she had judged.

A huge thank you to the new competitions team for organising such a smooth and successful event. Congratulations to all the award winners—and a special shoutout to everyone who entered. The standard of work was exceptionally high, and it was fantastic to see so many new members participating and making their mark.

BEST PASTEL CATEGORY

Marie Peters Millennium Cup

Merit: Lynne Dean

Winner: Jennifer Whalley

Merit: Ivan Lloyd

BEST OIL PAINTING

Grace Walsh Cup

Merit: Ali Thomas

Winner: Ruth Kenyon-Slade

Merit: Jenny Moed-Korpela

BEST ACRYLIC PAINTING

Georgina Don Memorial Award

Merit: Dominique Adcock

Winner: Lalita Shine

Merit: Jenny Moed-Korpela

BEST TAURANGA SCENE

Marge Martin Salver

Merit: Lynette Fisher

Winner: Deb Clarke

Merit: Keith Munro

BEST WATERCOLOUR

Carter Brothers Award

Merit: Joy Johnson

Winner: Deb Clarke

Merit: Ali Thomas

BEST ABSTRACT

Cam Burgoyne Thomas & Keith Corner Memorial Trophy

Merit: Keith Munro

Winner: Malcolm Drysdale

Merit: Ulemj Glamuzina

BEST COLOURED PENCIL

Jensen Trophy

Merit: Erena Patterson

Winner: Lynne Dean

CONTEMPORARY ART TROPHY

Merit: Keith Munro

Winner: Anne Jensen

Merit: Glyn Bakewell

PRESIDENTS THEME – PALETTE OF 3

Reg Chalmers Memorial Cup

Merit: Helen Hunkin

Winner: Ivan Lloyd

Merit: Ruth Kenyon-Slade

BEST EMERGING ARTIST

Presidents Trophy

Merit: Hans Neilson

Winner: Leonie Johnsen

Merit: Erena Patterson

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Ulemj's Mixed Media Portrait Workshop

Ulemj Glamuzina ran an exciting workshop - "Mixed Media Portrait Painting: Unlock Your Creative Potential"! on Saturday 6 September. It was enjoyed by all those who attended. The participants came away with a painting and new ideas to incorporate into their artwork.

Appraisal Session

Shona Mackenzie held an appraisal session on July 29th at the art rooms. She displayed and commented on six of her own striking semi-abstract landscape paintings, then skillfully appraised over twenty members' artworks, giving the artists useful compliments and helpful suggestions.

Thank-you Shona, for fitting the appraisal into your busy schedule, to those who attended on such a wet, windy day, and to the competition team helpers for your assistance.

Art Expo April 2025

Our April Art Expo showcased an impressive range of talent and creativity, bringing together 89 artists and 515 original artworks, fine art prints, and cards. This event has become a much-anticipated fixture in the local arts calendar, drawing a strong turnout of more than 2200 visitors.

The Expo opened with an exclusive gala evening, featuring canapés and bubbles, and was officially opened by the Deputy Mayor Jen Scoular. The festive atmosphere of the opening night set the tone for a vibrant and engaging 4 days of art appreciation and sales. Sales were brisk throughout the Expo, reflecting both the quality and diversity of work on offer.

The People's Choice Award was won by Kent Bassett, whose work resonated strongly with attendees. Juliana Park secured second place, affirming her growing recognition among local art enthusiasts.

Overall, the April Art Expo was a resounding success, both in terms of public engagement and support for local artists. Its continued growth highlights Tauranga's thriving arts scene and the community’s ongoing enthusiasm for visual arts.