Local Art Display

Gisborne's Art Gallery was crowded to capacity for the annual exhibition of work by members of the Gisborne Society of Arts, when 150 pictures were on display.

A strong students' section drew favourable comment, while the work of senior members of the society was notable for some departures in new styles and techniques.

Mr S. L. Bugden, who deputised for Mr H. F. Wise, opening the exhibition.

In the students' section, D. Todd's "Cenotaph" portrayed familiar subject.

"Dr. A. L. Singer", by A. B. Barns Graham.

Also in students' section, water colour and pencil portrait entitled "Young Friend", by H. M. Nalder, was much admired.

In students' section, artist I. Field provoked comment with topical and contentious subject entitled "Procrastination".

Wealth of detail characterised this interior study by L. E. Davis, "Country Sitting Room".

Norman Scott unsettled some viewers with studies such as this, entitled "Riverside No.5," and reputed to be a view of the local brewery.

Another of Peter Williams' delightful seascapes, "Walnui Beach".

Majesty of river valley and mountain is well conveyed by A. Christie's "Mount Taitai".

Mr Bugden's striking water-colour, "Rock Fortress, Hicks Bay".

One of Joan Dunn's charming water-colours, entitled "Reflections".

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 62 : August 20, 1959

Local Art Display