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Isolation challenge - No. 1
- 12 May 2020
- Sarah Holden
When New Zealand moved to Level 4 lockdown a number of our artists took the opportunity to explore their art.
Belinda Wiley | Blogs | The Little Gallery
- 22 August 2018
- Jo Dalgety
Ahead of her talk at our Whangamata gallery next month, we talked with Belinda Wiley to learn more about her background and experiences as a dedicated collector of art!
Picks of the Week: Father's Day Edit
- 12 August 2018
- Sarah Holden
Give dad something to remember this coming Father's Day! A selection to suit a range of tastes and budgets, you'll find something for every dad in The Little Gallery's gift edit.
Woven Time with Bernie Ross
- 9 July 2018
- Sarah Holden
We review the first event of our Insight Series: 'Woven Time', a demonstration in the art of weaving by Bernie Ross!
Seven Tips for Making the Most of Smaller Spaces
- 17 June 2018
- Sarah Holden
In this post we tackle the ever-pressing issue of space, and how to decorate when you don't seem to have much of it!
Celebrating 5 Years: The Little Gallery
- 7 June 2018
- Sarah Holden
This month we’re celebrating five years of The Little Gallery!! We thought we would revisit our highlights and share with you some of our most memorable stories.
Picks of the Week: Mother's Day Edit
- 29 April 2018
- Sarah Holden
Treat mum this Mother's Day with a gorgeous, unique piece of New Zealand made artwork!
Wedding Gift Guide
- 19 February 2018
- Sarah Holden
With Wedding Season in full swing we thought we would put together our guide for the perfect wedding gift!
Introducing 'Printmakers Combined': Coromandel's Newest Art Collective
- 14 February 2018
- Sarah Holden
Coromandel's newest art collective ventures into an exploration of printmaking with Patience the printing press!
Christmas Gift Guide
- 27 November 2017
- Sarah Holden
Looking for a unique, thoughtful gift can be tricky at this time of year, but to make it easy we've put together our favourite pieces of New Zealand art in The Little Gallery Christmas Gift Guide!
Our Top Things to Do in Whangamata: A Visual Art Guide
- 1 November 2017
- Sarah Holden
To celebrate the opening of our new Whangamata gallery, we've put together a visual guide of our top things to do in the area!
Commissioning an Artwork at The Little Gallery in 3 Easy Steps
- 8 October 2017
- Jo Dalgety
Have you ever thought about commissioning an artwork but were just not sure how to go about the process of doing so? At The Little Gallery we offer a commission service to ensure you can always take home the perfect piece of artwork. To make the process simple for you we’ve put together this handy guide!
The Little Gallery to open in Whangamata!
- 17 September 2017
- Sarah Holden
We are excited to announce the opening of a second Little Gallery in Whangamata this coming November!
Father's Day Gift Edit
- 27 August 2017
- Sarah Holden
To make finding the perfect gift for Dad easy this Father's Day, we've put together this gift edit!
Go Figure: A Study of Five Figurative Artworks
- 19 August 2017
- Sarah Holden
Artists have always taken an interest to the endless possibilities of representation of the human figure. We study a few of the latest figurative artworks by our artists at The Little Gallery!
Testimonials
- 14 August 2017
- Sarah Holden
We asked a few of our artists what they thought about The Little Gallery. Here's how they responded!
What Inspires our New Zealand Landscape Artists?
- 13 June 2017
- Sarah Holden
At The Little Gallery, we are proud to represent many talented Coromandel and New Zealand artists who take their inspiration from our beautiful country. We take a closer look at some of the work by a few of our popular landscape artists here!
Angela Murray: Creative Thinking in Life and Business
- 12 May 2017
- Sarah Holden
On Wednesday evening we had the pleasure of hosting life and creative thinking coach Angela Murray at our Auckland gallery, for her first solo exhibition and talk: How Creative Thinking is guaranteed to help you succeed in life and biz.
Review: 'Art and Interior Design' Talk by Donna Jones
- 7 April 2017
- Sarah Holden
Thank you to all who came to Donna Jones' talk, 'Art and Interior Design' at our Auckland gallery, despite the less than favourable weather! For those who couldn’t make it we’ve put together the main points and tips of Donna’s fantastic talk.
The Little Gallery's relationship to the French Salon
- 18 December 2016
- Sarah Holden
At The Little Gallery we are known for hanging 'salon style' - that is, filling our walls completely with works of art, rather than the sparse hang of a few works on each wall that is the convention of many modern galleries.
The Little Gallery Christmas Gift Ideas
- 4 December 2016
- Sarah Holden
Works of art make for a thoughtful and well-appreciated gift, something to be treasured for many years to come.
Art Movements Which Shaped Our World
- 16 November 2016
- Sarah Holden
With The Little Gallery's recent move to open a second branch in Auckland we thought we would reflect on some of the other art movements which aren't limited by location but rather, they are defined by style.
What to Expect when Buying Artwork from a Gallery
- 12 October 2016
- Sarah Holden
There’s something special about gallery sold artwork and we’re not just talking the art itself!
Some of Coromandel's Must-Visit Destinations
- 20 June 2016
- Sarah Holden
The Coromandel is home to The Little Gallery, which can be found in Tairua on the east coast of the peninsula. This region is also home to many great local artists who take inspiration from the beautiful scenery, while enjoying the laid back lifestyle it offers.
How Frames Can Change a Piece of Artwork
- 14 May 2016
- Sarah Holden
Have you ever considered that there is more to frames than meets the eye? Frames are the finishing touch to a piece of artwork. They are the setting for the diamond and as such, they complete the artwork and help present it in the best possible light to the viewer.
Art Appreciation
- 2 May 2016
- Sarah Holden
Last Thursday we had a very insightful and informative talk around art appreciation and how to read a painting. One of the main points was around the ability to appreciate a piece of art, even if you don’t like it.
Art as a Focal Point in Your Interior
- 11 April 2016
- Sarah Holden
If you are anything like me it can be difficult to decide where to hang a piece of art in your home and what the magic formula is to ensure that it looks great.
Art and its Place in Interior Design
- 26 February 2016
- Sarah Holden
What comes first - the art or the interior design? Read on to find out!
Two Years On... Look what we've achieved!
- 27 May 2015
- Sarah Holden
Like a wave off the beautiful ocean beach in Tairua it has hit me that it is coming up to the anniversary of buying The Little Gallery of Fine Arts in Tairua. Two years on and it is still as exciting as when I first bought the gallery and saw so much potential in it. As a business I continue to see the potential and I still get excited about the next steps and seeing the positive results of what