Pam Wildbore

Born and raised in Hastings, New Zealand, I grew up heavily involved in Softball which took up a lot of my time during the summer. During winter it ended up being Netball. It wasn't my first choice. I tried Soccer. Didn't like the running. I tried Hockey. I kept getting hit with the ball and/or stick. So I had to settle for Netball. It was pretty good and so I played socially for a few years.

I took art as a subject in High School and if I remember correctly, I didn't even save enough work for my portfolio!! Ooops!! Fast forward to finishing High School, getting a job, and Art went down the list of priorities.

I got married and had two great children and decided to create again in my spare time.

In March 2020, I had my very first exhibition at Creative Arts Napier. On the 2nd day, my largest piece sold. After one week, the gallery rang asking if I had any more pieces.  Fast forward to June 2023, and my 18 pieces in the NZ Art Show held in Wellington, all found new homes on the opening day!! I'm still stunned by that! 18 pieces where people are enjoying the colour and feeling that these pieces embrace. And that is what it is all about. The feeling and the connection. I guess that is my why. My creativity connecting with others.