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WHAT'S BEHIND THE BLACK DOOR THIS MONTH?
FATHER AND DAUGHTER | JOHN AND ALICE TOOMER COMING SOON | MAY 6-20 Join us for our next exhibition Father and Daughter, featuring new works by John and Alice Toomer. This exhibition will present two distinct styles of realist painting from one artistic family. John Toomer is a well-established Dunedin based artist who has been painting professionally for over 30 years. Painting in both oil and acrylic, Toomer's work depicts scenes of Otago and surrounding Southern Regions. Wellington based artist Alice Toomer has gained a reputation for her ultra-sweet photorealistic acrylic paintings of confectionery and desserts. EXHIBITION OPENING EVENT MAY 6 5:30-7:30PM | DRINKS & LIVE MUSIC, ALL WELCOME View the catalogue here |
OPPOSITES ATTRACT | HARRY MOORES New Plymouth artist, Harry Moores, creates large scale contemporary portraits that blend representation with automatic text. Working in black and white his paintings are both striking and intriguing. Moores aims to find a meeting point between two opposites in his art, referencing the multitude of dualistic principles that exist in our world. These paintings present a unique tension when viewed up close and from a distance, offering both a macro and micro experience. In one recent work, Moores captures an iconic woman- former (now retired) NASA astronaut and American chemist, Dr Anna Lee Fisher. Fisher is one of the first female astronauts selected by NASA. Depicted in her helmet she looks outward, an aspirational image that reflects on space discovery and woman's role in it. Discover the work of Harry Moores here |
MOTHER'S DAY | THE GIFT OF ART The perfect gift for Mum awaits you at Black Door Gallery. Why not show celebrate the mothers in your life with a unique work of art. We have gathered together a selection of gifts that we think will hit the mark! From hand crated glass sculptures that will bring an artistic touch to any interior, to artistic serveware that will bring a creative flair to dining. We also offer gift vouchers for the gift of choice. Take a look at our gift guides here: |