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SPRING
Always a busy time of year preparing for the warmer seasons ahead.

UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS - THIS WEEKEND!!!
My work will feature in two local School Fundraisers in Christchurch this weekend!!!
The Mount Pleasant Art Exhibition opens with a Gala Evening on Friday 20 September and runs through until 9-3pm Saturday 21 September.
The St Andrews College Rowing Spring Fling Fundraiser on Friday evening 20 September features Live Music, Sculpture, Cocktails and Canapes!
LITTLE RIVER GALLERY GROUP EXHIBITION
Thankyou so much to those that made it to the opening of my Group Exhibition 'Elemental' at the Little River Gallery it was wonderful to see you!!! Below are some photos from the opening.
My work in this exhibition was entitled 'Insectary' - a collection of insects, staged and captive. The Exhibition ran from 27 July - 21 August.
Several pieces are still available...
'BIT ON THE SIDE'
My work is also currently displayed in the Gallery's 'Bit on the Side' window space (between the Gallery and Silostay).
Featuring my new 'Naturelights' with domestic sized Sculptures and Panels inspired by our Forests & Birds
This display is fabulous to see if you are passing through Little River at night.
SCULPTURE IN THE GARDENS 2019
After attending an Artist working day in April I'm now buzzzzzy making my site specific piece and indoor gallery work for installation next month!!! so exciting...buzzz, buzzz, buzzz...
More info at www.sculptureinthegardens.nz
AUCKLAND ARTWEEK
My work will feature in “OPp ARt: from chaos to form” a digital image exhibition to be held during Auckland’s Artweek in October.
The exhibition will project digital images of works by artists who engage in elements of upcycling in their work onto the Somervell Presbyterian Church Spire on Remuera Road.
DANDELION INSTALLATION
We installed a set of 3 Dandelions at the Information Centre for the new Faringdon Subdivision in Rolleston recently.
I'm available for Sculpture commissions including site specific works and installations. 
Contact me if you are interested in me designing a piece for you.
www.janedownes.co.nz
FELT SHOP
Congratulations to Kathryn Anderson who was my 1000th customer on felt!
A free gift is heading your way...

Please note that my felt shop will be closed from 17th - 24th October as we make a quick trip to Auckland to install Sculpture in the Gardens but don't panic! We are well stocked up and ready to take orders as soon we return!
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WHATS NEW!!! 

I've added 4 new designs to my 'Naturelight' Wall Light Collection.
These are available from the Little River Gallery or from my online shop on felt:
Forest Light
Kina Light
Nest Light I
Nest Light II
MARKETS
As we will be in Auckland for Sculpture in the Gardens we will be attending a couple of markets in the North Island later this year.
Our Itinerary so far is:

South Island
Thursday 31 October The Christmas Country Fete, Fernside, North Canterbury
Friday 1 November Hanmer Springs Fete
Thursday 7 November Geraldine Summer Fete
Sunday 10 November Garden Marlborough Fete

North Island
Saturday 23 November Craft & Creations RHS Annual Market, Hamilton
Sunday 24 November Tahaenui Christmas Fete, Wairoa, Hawkes Bay

Please note that Markets are now the only place that I sell at wholesale prices!!!
Pickups from my home are by appointment/cash only and are at the same prices as I sell on felt:

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COMMISSIONS
A recent commission for a new home in Merivale.

As well as Sculpture commissions, we also design, build and install a wide range of custom steel work including signs, gates, fences, furniture, balustrades and stairs...

For more examples see the products pages of our Ironweed website.

Contact us direct to discuss: jane@littleriver.co.nz
NEW RETAILER
My work is now stocked at the Pipi Gallery in Mangawhai, Northland.
Please contact me if you would like to stock our range in your retail outlet - wholesale prices are available.

For more product information see our Ironweed website:
www.ironweed.co.nz
Links to past newsletters are on the news page of our Ironweed Website.

Take Care

Jane & Mario

    
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PO Box 21,
Little River, Canterbury 7546
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