NZ Juniors vs British Isles, Athletic Park, Wellington 1977. Photo / Peter Bush.
The Percy Thomson Gallery is hosting an exhibition of some iconic images, those of Peter Bush, the acclaimed New Zealand photojournalist, who spent six decades capturing the All Blacks in action.
This is the last chance to see the images before the show's final whistle. With more than 100 photographs
spanning the 60 years Bush spent immortalising some of the greatest moments in New Zealand rugby, the exhibition has received rave reviews as it has toured around New Zealand.
Percy Thomson Gallery director Sue Morton says, "It is a privilege to have the show in Stratford. Peter is a national treasure, and his images depict the golden years of the national game. 'Hard on the Heels' is a goldmine of memories and great moments. Being in a strong rugby district the exhibition is sure to strike an accord with Taranaki public."
The exhibition's title is a reference to Bush's early days photographing the rugby legends. According to Bush, photographing the All Blacks was "a total workout". In the early days, he often donned football boots and chased the players from the sidelines to get the crucial shot.
Bush started working on the sidelines as a young cadet for the New Zealand Herald in 1949, at a game between the All Blacks and the Wallabies. Since then, he has photographed hundreds of matches at home and overseas.
