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A Celebration of Art For Māori Hill

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Hi lovely reader,

In a week’s time, the Maori Hill School Fundraiser Exhibition is on again. I will have another room full of paintings, and 30% of every sale will go to the school.

This is the second year I’ve held this exhibition, and I’m so grateful for the wonderful support of the PTA, who help make the exhibition run so smoothly, from organising the catering to creating such a warm and welcoming atmosphere on opening night. A huge thank you also to Etrusco for generously providing the wine. We’ll also be enjoying a delicious platter, once again thanks to the PTA.

I’d love to see you there for a chat, a drink, and an enjoyable evening surrounded by art. Whether you’re looking for a special piece for your home or simply want to come along and support the school or myself, everyone is very welcome.

To make the exhibition even more tempting, I’ve slightly discounted most of the paintings on display for the event. I’m still making the final selection, as there is limited space, but I have the majority already sorted.There will be a mix of acrylic still life, landscapes, watercolour flowers and some strawberry paintings from last year’s solo show ‘A Remix of the Beatles’ which was held at the Otago Art Society.

Most of the works this year will be smaller pieces, as I’ll be using table easels. Thanks to the Otago Art Society, however, I will also be able to display some larger works on their standing display easels.

Here is a picture of last year’s show. I was able to use easels and display walls panels from the Wakari Art Group, which was great as I had a lot of larger works on show.

And here is all the information you’ll need to join me:

Below I am showing some of the paintings that will definitely be in the show. If you are interested in one, just contact me directly and I can reserve it for you before open night. Apologies for the slightly blurred images.

Greengages for Elfriede – Acrylic on board – 300mm dia. – $960 (for the duration of the exhibition only)
Lemon and Lace – Acrylic on board – 200mm dia. – $590 (For the duration of the exhibition only)
Grannies – Acrylic on board – 300mmdia. – $960 (For the duration of the exhibition only)
Grapefruit and Lime Swirl (2024) Acrylic on board – 300mm dia. – $960 (For the duration of the exhibition only)
Blemished – Acrylic on board – 500mm dia. – $2100 (For the duration of the exhibition only)
Something – Acrylic on board – 200mm dia. – $590 (For the duration of the exhibition only)
Grapes and Blueberries – Acrylic on board – 200mm dia. – $590 (for the duration of the exhibition only)

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What’s next?

What’s next?

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If you haven’t yet had the chance to see my current strawberry show, “Nothing Is Real – A Visual Remix of The Beatles,” tomorrow (Friday, 28 Dec, 5–7pm) is the perfect time to do so. Drinks and nibbles will be provided for this closing event at the Otago Art Society in the Railway Station.

It has been a wonderful two weeks, and I’d like to thank the Otago Art Society for hosting me in this perfect little gallery. I’ve received some lovely, heart-warming feedback from visitors!

Here are some impressions from the show:

It will be a busy weekend ahead, with the closing of the show on Sunday and another opening happening back-to-back for me. Next week, on Tuesday 2 December, we’re opening our combined show Artists Shop 2025 at the Community Gallery, 26 Princes Street, from 6pm onwards. Come along to mix and mingle, and maybe pick up some early Christmas gifts—or a treat for yourself. There will be great artworks to explore, nibbles, drinks, and possibly even live harp music to enjoy.

Artists Shop 2025 will be open daily from 3–13 December. This event involves 12 artists, all of whom are listed on the poster below. Last year, it was one of the most rewarding events for me, offering the chance to connect and have in-depth conversations with other artists. I’m very much looking forward to repeating it this year.

This year I’m clearing out some of my art, so there will be bargains on unframed works, studies, and older pieces I’ve held on to, as well as cards and high-quality prints (also discounted). With so many artists on board, there will be a wonderful diversity of work and something for everyone to enjoy.

I’ll be there for most of the days except Fridays, and I’m planning to do a small demonstration at some stage as well. I’ll share more information about that on my socials (sarahfreiburgerart on FB and Instagram) if you’d like to come along.

After all of this I will enjoy Christmas this year with my parents who are coming over from Germany to stay with us for 5 weeks. I haven’t seen them since Christmas 2023, so this will be extra special. Last time we met, my dad celebrated his 80th birthday in style…

…and I had a hell of a time with family and friends :-D

In January I will be part of the Craigs Aspiring Art Awards again and I am really looking forward to this event. I have entered a bigger painting this time, which is about to get varnished. Can’t wait to share it with you once the event is on, as we are not permitted to share beforehand.

That’s it from me. In case we don’t see or hear from each other before the fast approaching end of the year I wish you all the very best and a joyous time with family and friends and hopefully a little bit of time to relax as well!