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Coromandel ArtsTours have shifted
their popular open studio weekends
to early October this year. Previously,
the self-guided tour was held in April,
but the move to Spring will set it
apart from other events happening at
that time.
Pick up the attractive and
informational ArtsTour map (shown
at left) from Coromandel region
i-Sites, galleries and selected cafés.
It contains artist details and their
locations. It will also be available via
download from the website.
Each participating artist will display
a piece of work at the ArtsTour
Exhibition to be held at the Hauraki
House Gallery, open every day from
October 7-15, 10am-4pm. The gala
exhibition launch will be help 6pm,
Friday 6 October.
The exhibition gives people an
overview of the range of art on offer,
and a chance to view the style of each
artist. They can then plan their own
studio visits and plot the route for their
self-drive tour.
See
and FB page, Coromandel Open
Studios.
COROMANDEL ARTSTOURS
by Phil Smith of Talk of Turkey Rugs
Over many years the only consistent thing in décor design is
change. Styles have shifted from minimalism to extravagant
and back again.
Some say minimalism, featuring neutral colours and clean,
unadorned spaces is now falling from favour. It sharply
contrasts with more ornate schemes, which tend to feature
diversity of colour and bold, contrasting textures. One way of
adding colour is the use of fabrics, floor rugs and kilim.
Antique rugs can command price levels beyond affordability,
but some more affordable semi-antique rugs (rugs from 30-80
years of age), can offer the same patina, depth and beauty. No
need to break the bank to enjoy a quality carpet.
ANOTHER FORM OF ART
Décor pieces can add to the appeal of your home – whether
it is in the form of a rug, large or small, or, perhaps even a
donkey bag, camel bag, or cushions. Many have found that
hanging a rug can be a cost effective way of creating wall-art.
Hanging is probably the wisest use of a well-worn valuable
antique as the piece is protected from dirt and floor wear.
We have had a lifelong love affair with all forms of fabrics and
particularly with hand-knotted rugs, and we love to share
our passion with our visitors. Our stock includes mostly
tribal patterns, with colour being to the forefront, rather than
traditional or formal Persian style design.
These days, we include more pieces from
the Caucasus and Iran than from Turkey.
Over the 40 years we’ve been in this
business, customers often comment how
their eyes are still drawn to their rug years
after purchase, or that they still catch
sight of a beautiful feature they hadn’t
previously noticed.
If you’re unsure of the history of a family
heirloom carpet, bring it, or a good photo,
with you. We’d be happy to try to help
you know your rug.
Call in to Talk of Turkey...
to see our great selection in our Tairua
home showcase and view how we can
make your home décor come vibrantly
alive – with rugs.
We welcome viewers and never
engage in any form of sales pressure.
In fact, we encourage you to take your
selections home for a ‘trial run’ to see it
in different locations and lighting.
Browse through a selection online
anytime.
This room at Talk of Turkey’s previous Auckland location appeared in a magazine spread.
Marijke Miller, new owner
of The Driving Creek Café &
Bookshop in Coromandel Town,
enlisted the talents of Waihi
muralist Shane Walker to paint
a vivid extension of the café’s
own garden. He’s shown at
right installing the first panel.
An icon of the Coromandel
food scene for almost 20 years,
Driving Creek Café is renowned
nation-wide for its commitment
to providing delicious
vegetarian fare. It was a perfect
fit for Marijke’s personal ethic
of “good food made by good people”. Winter hours are Tues-Sun from 9-4
(Closed in August). See more at
Driving Creek Café showcases mural by Waihi artist Shane Walker
THE COROMANDEL...
CARPETS FOR DÉCOR
as well as the floor
50 COROMANDEL LIFE 2017 LATE AUTUMN / WINTER
OCTOBER 7-8 and 14-15, 2017