Satisfy your artistic hunger 5.30-7.30pm, Thursday, 14 January 2010

It's summer and what better way to while away an evening than a sumptuous dinner in Parnell followed by a leisurely stroll amongst some of New Zealand's finest galleries to plan your first artistic indulgence for 2010.

Next Thursday, Parnell galleries will again be open late for you to sip wine and take your time perusing Parnell's contemporary, traditional and cutting edge array of fine art. This sociable event centres on the cluster of galleries located in the middle of Parnell Road: Aesthete Gallery, ARTIS Gallery, essenze, Mana Gallery, International Art Centre, Jonathan Grant Galleries, Pankhurst Studio Gallery, Parnell Gallery and Sanderson Contemporary Art all open for viewing until 7.30pm.

Who's cooking? For the first time in New Zealand, International Art Centre introduces the "edgy" animal portraits of Melbourne artist, Tracy Ellerton; as well as the unique neo-classical portraits of Omaru-based artist Donna Demente. Sanderson Contemporary Art is pleased to present "Advent" featuring a range of work from its stable of exciting artists indicating what's in store for 2010. Aesthete Gallery's Summer Group Show features one work each from painters Alan Taylor, Carl Foster, Gareth Price, Harry Wong, Lisa Christiansen, Ian Kingston; and sculptures Mark Sandman, and Bay Riddell. Artis Gallery houses a constantly changing exhibition of works by Ray Ching, Peter Siddell, John McLean, George Baloghy, Siavash Momeny, Di French and Jim Wheeler to name a few. While Jonathan Grant Galleries reacquaints you with works by Sir Peter Siddell, Peter Beadle, and John Yardly RI.

This tempting smorgasbord is served with an accompaniment of local music. Billy Joel impersonator, and winner of Stars in Your Eyes, Derryn Trayner, will tickle the keys outside Jonathan Grant Galleries; and in the courtyard between Sanderson Contemporary Art and Aesthete galleries enjoy jazz duo, Moonlighters.

Late Night Art, Parnell lets you peruse the artwork you love at your leisure. Add it to your social calendar now - Thursdays - January 14, February 11, March 8, April 8, May 13, and June 10, 2010.

ENDS

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