OUR COMMITTEE
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Sue Butler
President
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Jo Marshall
Secretary
Carol Rewega
Treasurer
I grew up in a small country town before moving to Auckland and have been a westie for over 20 years now. As my children grew up and became more independent I began to take my creative streak more seriously, focusing mostly on painting and photography.
I joined Waitākere Arts about 15 years ago. This community of artists has been a huge encouragement and inspiration to me. Now, as part of the committee, I can do my bit to help carry on the Waitākere Arts legacy, of connecting art and community - something we are passionate about.
I believe I have been an Artist all my life. As far back as I can remember there has always been creative projects on the go. I use a plethora of methods and materials, working in wood, metal, fabrics, ferrocement, wire, glass and paint to create unique artwork.
Being a member of Waitākere Arts has immersed me into the Artist's world. One where our individuality shines through every piece that we create and exhibit. Come and join us.
Originally from Canada, I have spent the last 30-odd years enjoying being a Westie - in Bethells Beach, Titirangi and Henderson.
I have always loved being creative - knitting and weaving as a child, writing poetry and stories from teenage years onward, then in my 40's moving onto painting and mixed media, assemblage and upcycling - all while working my day job as a corporate accountant.
Being part of such a vibrant, diverse and talented group within the Waitākere Arts community has been wonderful and truly inspiring!
OUR STAFF
Kia ora i te whanau, I'm originally from India. New Zealand has been my home for over 25 years, been living in Henderson for last 12 years.
I am a self taught artist. I have used a range of materials over the years, watercolour/acrylics in primary years, pencil drawings, pastels, textile paints, scrapbooking during teen years and twenties, and in more recent years card making, jewellery with polymer clay, resin crafts, and painting with alcohol inks. I discovered alcohol inks in 2017 while shopping for my card projects. Loved the vibrant, beautiful and unpredictable medium and got inspired to paint again. I now use alcohol inks with my handmade cards, jewellery, to paint ceramic cups, silk scarves and ornaments, and other projects.
I joined Waitākere Arts as a member in 2020 and love being part of this inspiring, talented and creative community and I am thrilled and grateful to have been given this opportunity.
