Vampires, Werewolves And Fraggles!

Thistle Hall is a vibrant community centre in the heart of New Zealand's cultural capital. We provide a community hall, meeting room and Wellington's only community gallery showcasing a range of artists and crafts people, from the established to the emerging. Thistle Hall is located on the corner of Cuba and Arthur streets. The shows on at Thistle Hall Community Gallery are run by the artists who hire it.

On Now
6 - 12 APRIL 2009

VAMPIRES, WEREWOLVES AND FRAGGLES!
Simon Darby

Open daily 10.00am - 6.00pm.

I graduated from Massey University with a Bachelor of Design in 2006, and have since worked as a texture painter and as an illustrator. This is my first solo exhibition, which showcases fantasy creatures and environments. My paintings have been influenced by television, films, and fantasy art - in particular artists Frank Frazetta and Jim Henson.

Up Next
15 - 19 APRIL 2009

EXHIBITION & SALE OF ARTWORKS
Bette Armstrong & Bea Arthur

Bette Armstrong and Bea Arthur were partners for over 57 years and icons for many Wellington lesbians. The Armstrong and Arthur Charitable Trust was set up by the late Bea Arthur to support lesbian community activities in the Wellington region.

During their lives Bette and Bea never went overseas but they spent many holidays travelling around this country and painting the beautiful scenery they encountered. They were also members of the Wellington Art Club. There are over 300 paintings that have been held in storage since their deaths. The paintings will be sold and the money will be added to the Trust funds. Photographs on display will provide glimpses into Bette and Bea’s lives as will a DVD of memories that will accompany the exhibition.

Opening 5.30pm Tuesday 14 April by Kapiti Mayor Jenny Rowan and musician Sue Alexander who will play some of Bette and Bea’s favourite tunes.

Dr Alison Laurie will give a Biographical Talk at 6.00pm – 7.00pm on Friday 17 April. Dr Laurie’s talk will be based on interviews she did with Bette and Bea (April 17 will be Bette's 100th birthday!).

Exhibition hours:
Wednesday 15 April: 11.00am – 6.00pm Thursday 16 April: 11.00am – 6.00pm Friday 17 April: 11.00am – 8.00pm Saturday 18 April: 11.00am –8.00pm Sunday 19 April: 11.00am – 3.00pm

Please see http://www.thistlehall.org.nz for more information

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