Cambridge Society of Arts

10/09/2026

07/09/2026

EXCITING NEWS! We are privileged to have Professional Water Colour Artist and teacher, Pete James, presenting a three day weekend workshop in October. Only $200 for the entire weekend workshop.

News has already got out so places are filling up fast. These classes are limited to 12 participants. If you want to learn the art of water colour painting from this brilliant expert then register on our website link below:
This Workshop will be presented over five “sessions” from 31st October with a separate painting/demonstration/workshop in each session.

Find out more from: https://www.cambridgeartsociety.co.nz/pete-james-watercolour-workshop/ or copy and paste this link into your browser for more details.

Waikato Society of Arts

06/09/2026

Sunday 27 September Beginners class in soft pastels is already FULL.

NOW OPEN A NEW CLASS ON SATURDAY September 26th too. But places are filling up fast!
Both workshops have the same address and times.
10.00am – 1.30pm
The Painting Place, Thornton Road, Cambridge.

Bernadette's workshops are fully registered. Please email Bernadette direct to secure your place in the new Saturday class [email protected]

Come along for a relaxed and hands-on day exploring the beautiful medium of soft pastel pencils and learn how I use pastel pencils to create my detailed floral and pet portraits. This workshop is suitable for beginners, or anyone wanting to build their confidence and understanding of soft pastels
https://www.cambridgeartsociety.co.nz/bernadette-ballantyne-pastel-workshop/
CONTACT: [email protected]

Come along for a relaxed and hands-on day exploring the beautiful medium of soft pastel pencils and learn how I use pastel pencils to create my detailed floral and pet portraits. This workshop is suitable for beginners, or anyone wanting to build their confidence and understanding of soft pastels.

06/09/2026

Peoples Choice Awards and Congratulations to these very Talented Artists.

A BIG thank you to all the voters who participated too!

First Place: Jason Gibson, "Cumulus"
Second Place: Bernadette Ballentyne, "Hover"
Third Place: Carol Plumtree - "Punch" and "Autumn Brunch"

06/09/2026

But wait there's MORE! Come along and see this wonderful exhibition of Caroline Peacocke Art runs until 26 September at ArtsPost Galleries and Shop, 120 Victoria St, Hamilton.

Caroline also offers excellent art classes. Find out more here. https://www.coppermeshcreatives.co.nz/

Creative Waikato

06/09/2026

Many thanks to fine artist, Wayne Sinclair for his generous donation of a painting for our raffle over the weekend.
Many thanks to everyone who bought a ticket which contributes to support our ongoing community events. Thanks to you all!

A self-taught artist, Wayne took up the brush in 1968 - shifted to Hamilton and in 1972 made painting his profession, becoming a full time artist.

06/09/2026

Also heart-felt THANK YOU to our list of wonderful sponsors!
The Cambridge Art Society is a not for profit organisation and depends on local business and the community to deliver art exhibitions at the Town Hall (over $2,000 rent for 3.5 days)😲 for instance.
Thanks too for all the wonderful art lovers and supporters who make these events possible. 😃

06/09/2026

Also a special thank you to one of our prime sponsors, Property Brokers, who cover the cost of w**e for our opening night and contributed to the printing costs of our new 2027 calendars. Peter Tong, Rene and the wonderful team at Property Brokers helped us succeed at this year's Art Alive event. THANKS