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Our Artists
Showcasing the art of leading New Zealand Artists, Rona Gallery has an unparalleled reputation for outstanding New Zealand Art.From Mike Ponder's iconic representations of the rural heartland, to Ken Hunt's realism and attention to detail, Richard Ponder carefully selects his artists focussing on technique, attention to detail, and composition. We're interested in both style and substance, because a painting should be treasured. Richard says, "the mark of great art is that the more you see it, the more you like it."  Art classes
If you are interested in art classes in Wellington please contact Richard Ponder for upcoming events. Art Class at Harrisons Gallery in Tauranga‘The Art of Palette Knife Painting’ Richard Ponder Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th September, 10.00am & 4pm (both days) $380 (Own art supplies required– list provided on enrolment) Well known artist and gallery owner Richard Ponder will be teaching an intensive two day palette knife painting workshop– covering the joy of guttural painting. You wont be let off lightly though, there will also be much on; perceptive, composition, light, colour and Richards amazing tactile impasto textures. Improve your current palette knife painting skills or learn from scratch, functional, original, resourceful techniques. This workshop is suitable for beginners and advanced artists. You can also choose whether to use acrylic paints or oils. So don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of New Zealand's great modern artists... To book go to: Harrison's Gallery - Bookings and information and email or ring the friendly staff at Harrisons Gallery. History of Rona GalleryRichard Ponder’s passion for art and his fame as an artist made him the perfect person to take over Rona Gallery in 1999. It had been a sleepy little seaside gallery in Eastbourne, but Richard was determined to revitalize it with some of the best artists in New Zealand. Artists like his friend, Darcy Nicholas, distinguished NZ Maori artist and currently the general manager of Pataka Museum and his brother Mike Ponder, famous for his minimalist iconic farming images as featured on drizabone and his wine labels. In 2007 the gallery moved over the road to larger premises at 151 Muritai Road. The gallery still shows some of NZ’s most outstanding artists Ken Hunt, Richard Ponder, Mike Ponder, Jack Register, Renee Hunt and Cherrie Knott. Richard welcomes you to come and see the artworks from these outstanding artists. Recently we have begun to stock high quality art supplies for students of art, as well as some of our artists’ favourite products. For enquiries about art conservation contact Richard Ponder 04 562 8146 Framing – We recommend Alex Cooper Framing, 04-562 8400 for your local framing needs. 3 Oroua St Eastbourne Lower Hutt 5013 |
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