New in the House Gallery from the Permanent Collection

Jock Fraser                                                           Jock Fraser (1899-1974). Mount Maud, Luggate. c.1960. Watercolour on paper

From April 2nd 2012

This exhibition features a selection of drawings and watercolours by Jock Fraser (1899-1974), an artist and teacher who lived in Timaru. Fraser served in World War II and many of the drawings on display were made while he was a prisoner of war in Italy. His work provides a poignant and unique glimpse into the daily lives of the prisoners as we head towards the commemoration of ANZAC day. The Aigantighe Art Gallery Collection contains over 100 works by Fraser, some of which will be on display in the House Gallery while others are presented in a video slideshow.

 BeFriended

From 8 October 2011

This exhibition showcases 11 artworks from the Permanent Collection which the Friends of Aigantighe have recently sponsored the professional restoration of. Had this not been done these artworks would have remained unseen. Many works which have been donated are not in ideal condition and this project ensured that these works amongst those in the worst condition could get urgent help. 

Albert James Rae (1884-1971). Boats. Etching on paper. Before and after conservation.

 PhantasmagoriaEuan Macleod. Figure Against Escarpment 2. 1991. Oil on oil paper

From 7 December 2011

A selection of artworks from the Permanent Collection that explore or convey the world of dreams and nightmares. These works by New Zealand artists delve into the subconscious to reveal ghostly figures, eerie settings and bizarre or sinister narratives.

Coming soon....

InkedGillian Pope. Gorse - A Golden Icon. 1990s. Screenprint on paper.

Coming soon in 2012

New Zealand has a strong tradition of printmaking and this exhibition showcases works by some of our leading printmakers from the 20th Century. Including images from our Permanent Collection by Nigel Brown, Toss Woollaston, Gillian Pope, Barry Cleavin and Denise Copland this show presents a wide range of printmaking techniques and themes.

ComplementaryDame Eileen Mayo (1906-94). Royal Avenue, Chelsea. 1949. Gouache on paper.

Coming soon in 2012

Exploring the world of complementary colours this fun exhibition brings together artworks and objects from the Aigantighe's Permanent Collection that are dominated by varying shades of blue and orange. The images and patterns in this show delight our sense of vision and demonstrate how complimentary colours can be used to create both harmony and discord or subtlety and boldness.