If you are in Oamaru you absolutely must check out the Grainstore Gallery. It displays the work of the Whitestone Artists' Collective, including Donna Demente - she is known for winning one of the early Wearable Art Awards shows, back in its early days in Nelson.
Downstairs, a hand painted sign points the way.
You'll need to climb the steep staircase, pausing along the way to admire the art and posters displayed.
At the top, take a deep breath and gaze around. Then lose yourself in the delights beyond. I think these photos speak for themselves, so I'll let you browse at your own speed.
How was that? Now, don't look down if you're a little unsure of heights... this is a genuine grain store after all, and the floorboards don't always match up.
Hope you enjoyed this tour, ladies and gentlemen! I have one more post from enchanted Oamaru to show you, but I think that might wait till the lazy days after Christmas.
Looks like a really interesting gallery Ruth, enjoyed your steampunk post too we drove down to Otago last month and saw a huge robot/warrior sculpture in a paddock, the kids thought it was great, didnt realise there was more too seein Oamaru.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ruth, has been ages since I last went to a gallery!
ReplyDeleteMerry Xmas!
It's years since I've stopped in Oamaru. I remember seeing Donna Demente's wonderful work, but it was before the steam punk took off. You make another visit seem very enticing.
ReplyDeleteKellee - yes they have sculptures dotted all around the town in interesting places, it's fun!
ReplyDeleteBridget - glad you enjoyed the tour :)
Ruth - yes, you should definitely visit again, it's a great wee town :)