Te Puke Art Society: Showcased artist Marie Brown

Marie Brown is Te Puke Art Society’s showcased artist of the month.

Each month Te Puke Art Society showcases the work of one of its members at its Constables Gallery. The work of Marie Brown is now on display.

How long have you been painting and how did you start?

I have been painting for about 13 years and started out painting as a retirement hobby.

What is your favourite medium and subject?

I paint in acrylic and enjoy painting birds of all kinds.

What inspires you?

I guess I get inspired when I am satisfied with a painting I have done and this encourages me to keep trying.

What is your greatest achievement in art?

My greatest achievement in art is the satisfaction I get from the positive comments made to me about my art.

■ Constables Gallery, in Commerce Lane, is open each Thursday from 9.30am to 2pm.