Framing At Print Art
As Autumn officially settles in, now is the time to make those inside walls pop! There is nothing better than adding a new beautifully framed artwork to the mix to keep your inside spaces vibrant and alive during the colder months. Print Art is here to assist you with not only your printing but also taking your artwork to that finished level. We offer you a classic picture framing service as well as stretching followed by tray framing for your canvases.
Our picture framing service is designed to provide a professional and aesthetically pleasing finish to your artwork. We offer a carefully curated range of moulding sizes and finishes, including classic black, white, and selected colour options that complement any style of art. Each frame is constructed with precision to enhance and protect your artwork.
Our frames are ideal for personal collections, gallery exhibitions, and gifts, adding a touch of elegance and professionalism to your artwork. Whether you’re framing a delicate watercolor, a striking photograph, or a bold mixed-media piece, our team ensures that your work is preserved and beautifully presented.
We do picture framing with two options of glass. Upgrade your framing with AR70 Art Glass. This museum-quality glass protects your art from harmful UV rays while ensuring that nothing distracts from the beauty of your piece. Each frame is crafted to showcase your artwork with elegance and durability.
For artists working with canvas prints, we stretch your canvas over high-quality kiln-dried timber frames, which are designed to resist warping, bowing, or buckling over time. This process ensures that your canvas is taut, flat, and durable.
Our tray frames are designed to add a contemporary, minimalist touch to your canvas prints. These frames create a floating effect by leaving a small gap between the canvas and the frame, giving the artwork a subtle yet impactful border. Available in black, white, and other select colours, tray frames enhance the depth and dimension of your artwork without overpowering it. They are ideal for both modern and traditional artwork, providing a sleek, gallery-style presentation. Each tray frame is custom-made to fit your canvas perfectly, ensuring a flawless fit and finish. This type of frame is especially popular with photographers and artists who want to give their work a modern edge.
Whanganui National Salon 2025
This national Salon of photography is now open for entries.
There are three categories:
Humanity and the Natural World -relationships between humanity and all aspects of the natural world. Images that demonstrate the interactions (actual or implied, positive and/or negative) between humans and nature, be it with animals, plants or the wider environment.
Living in a Changing World – the human experience in the 2020s. Images that show people responding to or experiencing the many changes they are facing in the modern world- from climate change, to pandemics, to technology, to poverty, to opportunity, innovation and more.
Made in New Zealand – Not only must all images in this category have been exposed in New Zealand but they should also be a celebration of Aotearoa – the land, the people and all things we consider quintessentially “Kiwi”.
Images will be assessed by three category judges.
The judges for this year are Judy Stokes, John Boyd and Jackie Ranken
Entry fees $5 admin fee + $5 per image | Entries close 26 April
Needing Autumn Inspiration?
Autumn with its array of colours can be a wonderful time to get out and about and be inspired …and April is the top pick of Autumn months. So where will Autumn take you to be inspired in 2025? In the South Island colour features prominently so here is our choice of five destinations to seek out and enjoy.
But do let us know where you go for your Autumn Buzz!!
Mackenzie Country : From Tekapo to Lake Pukaki and further on to Twizel and Omarama is a good region to visit for colourful leaf peeping in Autumn.
Waitaki Valley : This is also an area with lakes surrounded by yellow trees. These lakes include Lake Benmore and Lake Aviemore and with roads around the lakes you are enabled good views of fall foliage. If the weather is clear keep an eye out for views of Mount Cook.
Wanaka & Cardrona Valley : Poplars are here, there and everywhere in Central Otago and shores of Lake Wanaka in particular, especially near Roys Bay. The drive down the Cardrona Valley, around Glendhu Bay and along the Matukituki River will also reveal superb autumnal colours.
Arrowtown & Queenstown : The trees in Arrowtown are a feast for the eyes and senses in autumn. The hillsides tend to get ablazed with autumn colors….and of course Arrowtown has its Autumn Festival towards the end of April. Fall foliage is also good around Lake Hayes, and a lakeside walk in Queenstown is a joy in autumn.
Central Otago from lake Dunstan to Roxburgh : Starting from Lake Dunstan all the way down to Alexandra and Roxburgh, you’ll find good patches of colorful fall foliage and colourful leaf peeping! Driving to the Clyde Dam Lookout on the hill where you can look down upon Clyde and Alexandra gives a nice overview of the abundance of autumn colors in this area.
So if you are feeling chilly and need some warm colours to set your heart ablaze….pop on a warm jacket and head South!
Refresh Your Skills
Weekend Workshops are a wonderful way to refresh your skills and get a new perspective on where your art is headed. At Browne School Of Art there is a wide range of weekend workshops on offer. Here you can have an immersive and focused creative experience, perfect for those looking to dedicate time to their artistic practice without the distractions of daily life. These intensive sessions provide the opportunity to experiment, refine techniques, and explore new ideas under the guidance of experienced tutors. Participants can fully engage in their work in a supportive and inspiring studio environment. Whether you’re looking to try something new or deepen your existing skills, the Browne School Of Art Weekend Workshops are a rewarding and enriching part of their programme. Take a sneak peak at what they have on offer below!
Tipple & Dabble At Kumeu Arts
Head to Kumeu Arts to destress and enjoy a fun creative night painting or grab a group of friends and make an event of it. You will come away with an acrylic painting all your own.
Full step by step instructions by professional artist Amber Emm
Thursday 17th April
7:30pm-9:30pm
Cost: $50.00
Includes all materials
BYO Drinks and nibbles
Explore Botanical Watercolours
Te Uru offers engaging learning opportunities for every art enthusiast. With scenic views of the surrounding landscape, their purpose built pokapū akoranga learning centre is an inspiring setting for learning how to make and think about art. Their programmes range widely and are guided by specialist educators, and guest tutors with expert knowledge.
Explore Botanical Watercolours with Jennifer Duval-Smith
Take time to reconnect with nature and your own creativity in a relaxed and nurturing environment.
Learn easy strategies for closer observation, confident drawing, colour mixing, and effective watercolour techniques with surprising results
2 May – 13 June | Fridays | 10am – 12pm
Te Uru Learning Centre | 420 Titirangi Rd
| Auckland
Cost $300