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Impressive NCEA art portfolios from Whanganui High School

Whanganui Midweek
18 Sep, 2024 10:49 PM3 mins to read

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Whanganui High School Portfolio Art on display last year.

Whanganui High School Portfolio Art on display last year.

Whanganui High School art portfolios on display at Space Studio & Gallery

Whanganui High School (WHS), partnered with Space Studio & Gallery is to showcase the impressive NCEA art portfolios of its talented students during the annual Cultural Awards evening on Wednesday, September 25.

This year marks a significant shift, as the portfolio exhibition will open to the public for the first time. This offers a unique opportunity to view and celebrate the creative achievements of Year 11, 12, and 13 students.

The portfolio exhibition’s opening night will precede the WHS Cultural Awards, which will be held at the Royal Whanganui Opera House. WHS community members, prize winners, their whānau, and friends are invited to purchase tickets to the art opening, followed by the awards ceremony. Tickets are available for $13 from the WHS office.

Whanganui High School Portfolio Art on display last year.
Whanganui High School Portfolio Art on display last year.
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The exhibition will be held at Space Studio & Gallery, located at 18 Saint Hill Street, Whanganui. Free public viewings are scheduled on the following dates and times: Thursday, September 26: 10am-2pm; Friday, September 27 10am-2pm, 4pm-6pm; Saturday, September 28 10am-2pm.

This year’s showcase will feature a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums, including photography, painting, and graphic design. The event celebrates the hard work and creativity of WHS students under the expert guidance of their dedicated teachers: Graham Hall (Head of Department), Catherine Sleyer, Kaye Coombs and Glen Hutchins.

Curator of Space Studio & Gallery, Sarah Narine, expressed enthusiasm for this year’s exhibition. “This is an event I look forward to every year,” she said. “The work of Whanganui High School students, under the exceptional tutelage of their teachers, continues to impress and evolve.

“I am very excited that the public will have the opportunity to view this showcase for the first time at Space, and we are delighted to support the next generation of young artists,” said Narine.

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The exhibition offers a platform to appreciate the students’ hard work and creativity, providing encouragement and inspiration for their future endeavours in the arts.

About Whanganui High School

Whanganui High School is committed to fostering a supportive and inspiring environment for students to excel academically and creatively. The school’s art programme encourages exploration and expression, preparing students for future success in various artistic fields.

About Space Studio & Gallery

Space Studio & Gallery is a vibrant art space dedicated to showcasing local and emerging artists. Located in Whanganui, it serves as a platform for artistic dialogue and community engagement.

■ For further information, please contact: Whanganui High School, Graham Hall, Email: hall.g@whs.ac.nz Sarah Narine Curator, Space Studio & Gallery – 18 Saint Hill St, Email: sarah@spacestudiogallery.co.nz

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