ACAS first Arrowtown “Art Before Dark” open gallery event
The Arrowtown Creative Arts Society is launching the first “Art Before Dark” Arrowtown open gallery event on 14 December from 5:30pm to 7pm.
With a similar format to the popular First Thursday events in Queenstown, this will be a family-friendly opportunity for art enthusiasts to visit seven galleries in Arrowtown, all within a short walking distance of each other.
Each gallery will offer visitors a warm welcome and a glass of wine, with a chance to enjoy the art on display in a relaxed way as they learn more about the artists.
ACAS committee member Julian Knights, who helped launch First Thursdays in Queenstown, says Arrowtown offers a very diverse range of art for visitors and locals alike to enjoy, from some of New Zealand’s leading contemporary galleries, to amazing bronze works, through to the 30x30 show at the Lakes District Museum and Gallery.
“We are delighted to showcase seven amazing galleries in Arrowtown for the enjoyment of art enthusiasts, as well as those who are just keen to learn more. Arrowtown is known for its beautiful scenery and challenging trails, but we also have a very exciting art scene here.”
Popular local restaurant La Rumbla will create a signature cocktail for the event for art visitors to enjoy.
The Galleries taking part are:
• NMG (Nadene Milne Gallery)
• Astor Bristed Gallery
• Fiona Garlick Gallery & Studio
• Birdwoods Gallery
• Bonham Gallery
• The Gallery by Eric Nauta
• Lakes District Museum and Gallery
Artist talks will be held at the following times and galleries:
• 5.45pm at Birdwoods Gallery
• 6.45pm at Fiona Garlick Gallery & Studio
