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OMOKOROA

1. BRIAN EBBETT

Brian has discovered passion for expressing his creativity in later life. Active involvement in the 'Omokoroa Artist's' group has been instrumental in rekindling his artistic side. Experimenting with different media has captivated Brian, over time settling into oils which provide realism, depth and diversity. He would love to share that its never too late to discover and become the 'artist within'. He enjoys celebrating the beauty of New Zealand landscapes, particularly his chosen place to live - Omokoroa.
Brian works on a small scale, adapting half of his garage into a studio, demonstrating that an art space is possible for anyone.

8 CHARLOTTE DRIVE, OMOKOROA 3172

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+64 27 543 2777

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OMOKOROA

2. EMMA PRILL

Emma is a mixed media artist who draws inspiration from memory, her imagination and from the natural world.
Working across several mediums, Emma uses canvas in a tactile and sculptural way and more recently intricate oil pastel and acrylic works exploring light and colour.
Rather than being completely planned, Emma's work organically comes together. "I don't always have an exact outcome in mind. I’m constantly balancing and readjusting colour and form, whilst finding harmony between a sense of spontaneity and intricacy and attention to detail."
Emma loves to share her knowledge of materials and processes in a nurturing and inspiring way delivering workshops for adults and children.

12 MARGARET DRIVE, OMOKOROA 3114

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+64 21 672 598

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Emma Prill

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TE PUNA

3. NEILSON ART

Ross Neilson has always been a creative person and started painting 20 years ago.
Ross has featured in the BOP Garden and Art festival since 2006 of which the later festivals at his own studio in Te Puna. The colours and culture of New Zealand are Ross’s greatest influences. In his spacious working gallery overlooking lake and bush, Ross paints with acrylic in a contemporary and realism style delivering strong vibrant colours with rich textures. A common theme is capturing the outdoors, with water, bird and coastal connotations. Ross creates art that will bring your walls to life.

27 FLORENCE LANE, MINDEN 3176

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+64 27 351 3955

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Neilson Art

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TANNERS POINT

4. SAS PEARCE

Sas is a genuinely talented artist. She continuously pushes boundaries and brings a touch of creativity into everyday life through various methods and mediums. She particularly loves creating artwork that combine natural elements, especially in pottery. Her recent pottery work is known for its unique and individual designs, often produced in small batches. Her creative pieces and homeware items beautifully showcase her artistic vision, often reflecting the patterns and colours found in her surrounding environment. In addition to pottery, Sas also explores artistry with wood and natural fibre weaving. Many of her works are commissioned, allowing her to tailor her design creations to specific needs.

139 TANNERS POINT ROAD, TANNERS POINT 3177

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+64 22 136 1167

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Sas Pearce

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KATIKATI

5. YANA MEECH ARTIST

Living and creating in rural Katikati, Yana Meech a self taught artist who has exhibited widely. Working in an explorative way, usually with a plan in mind, she paints mostly in acrylic and alcohol inks. Yana’s work ranges from soft flowing abstracts through to bold cityscapes and contemporary, moody landscapes. She is often inspired by the fabulous views to be found surrounding her home, in the Western Bay of Plenty.