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Monday 23 September 2013, 12:04PM

By Rachael Inch, Terrace Downs Resort

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Invitation to 3rd October – 6th November 2013
Invitation to 3rd October – 6th November 2013 Credit: Rachael Inch, Terrace Downs Resort

AUCKLAND

Our environment is described on Wikipedia as “everything that
surrounds” and what surrounds Auckland artist Donna Massey is a
beautiful countryside full of vibrancy and colour.

In October Terrace Downs and Continental are proud to present the
landscapes of popular artist, Donna Massey.

Donna is an established full-time artist living and working in
Riverhead, Auckland. Represented by many galleries such as the
Parnell Gallery Auckland, her artworks are easily recognized for
their vibrant crisp images and bold colours.

Donna is madly passionate about the outdoors, in particular, the
ocean, and is a keen adventurer. From catching a marlin, diving the
Poor Knights, hunting on the Chatham Islands, or partaking in extreme
sports like parachute jumping and white water rafting trips, Donna is
not one to sit still for long. Every adventure she finds herself on
takes her to a destination that often transpires onto canvas.

"New Zealand has so many beautiful places to paint, but I also love
discovering old shacks, fishing boats and the like...there is so much
history and stories surrounding these things that bring them to
life.” Said Donna.

Donna has exhibited extensively and has paintings in private and
corporate collections throughout New Zealand and worldwide, including
Hong Kong, Canada, USA, The Netherlands, Australia, Guernsay Island
and the UK.

She has won many awards and has had work reproduced in calendars in
2011, 2012, 2013 and for 2014.

Donna was also approached by Emerald Foods to use her artwork on the
lids and point of sale advertising for their Chateau ice cream range.
This range is destined to be released throughout NZ, Australia and
Russia.

“Donna works with Oil paints and by using the transparent/opaque
qualities this paint offers she is able to transform the ordinary
into the extraordinary. We are so fortunate to host an artist of this
caliber and excited to meet with her at her opening and hear and see
more of her wonderful adventures” Commented the Arts Director
Rachael Inch.

The exhibition opening is to be held on Thursday 3rd October at
6:30pm to be seated by 7pm priced at $45 pp and includes
complimentary beverage on arrival.

Terrace Downs Art exhibitions feature a unique opening night where
you are able to dine with the artists and enjoy great company, a
delicious Buffet, prepared by Continental and wonderful music from
the soulful Kris Trousselot on the piano. Bookings for the opening
are essential. The exhibition is free to attend and will run from the
3rd October – 6th November 2013 during resort opening hours. The
works are available to purchase from the resort and online at  -
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?TerraceDowns/fbc9cc7881/TEST/bc051846cbwww.terracedownsart.vc.net.nz

Please contact The Arts Director for any enquiries 021 1229317 or  -
rachael.inch@terracedowns.co.nz rachael.inch@terracedowns.co.nz