Central Hawke's Bay Artisan Festival a hit

Four-year old Felix Thompson having his face painted by Jane Thompson at the CHB Artisan Festival in Waipukurau. Photo / Ian Cooper

For more than 20 years, the Central Hawke's Bay Artisan Festival has been a place for artists and craftspeople to gather and sell their wares. Photographer Ian Cooper headed down to the event to see what was on offer this year.

Rik van Damme of CHB at his chocolate truffle stall at the artisan festival at Pukeora Estate, Waipukurau. Photo / Ian Cooper

James Vissers, the travelling blacksmith, at the CHB Artisan Festival. Photo / Ian Cooper

Martine van Eycken, Marika Annabell and Justin Smith making crepes at the artisan festival. Photo / Ian Cooper