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Behind the Studio Door

A meaningful art & travel experience in Oamaru, North Otago. Your chance to create with creativity, place, story & landscape. Come behind the Studio Door & meet a professional artist, have fun at a workshop (all levels) then experience the local environment & Waitaki Region in a way few visitors ever do. Small, engaging tours. Oamaru is approx one hour drive north of Dunedin.

From: NZ$420.00

per person

3 hours 30 mins

On Request: Confirmed within 48 hours, or fully refunded.

Highlights

Small Group - max 3 people
Personal & Flexible Art & Travel Experience
Meet a local professional artist
Be guided through an art workshop - suitable for all levels
Be guided through the local creative environment

Full Description

This is much more than an art class.

It is an opportunity to connect with creativity, place, landscape and story through the eyes of a practicing artist.

Come behind the studio door and experience the Waitaki region in a way few visitors ever do.

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Spaces are limited to ensure a personal and engaging experience.

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Includes

Guided Art Workshop - all materials supplied

Artist Conversation

Guided Local Tour

Meeting Point

The Terraces Gallery

13 Wansbeck Street

Oamaru 9400

Additional Information

All Materials Provided.
Behind the Studio Door offers a rare opportunity to visit the working studio of contemporary New Zealand artist, Beth Strickland. Explore the creative process & experience the landscapes and stories that inspire her work.
You could be an art lover, a curious traveller, a creative spirit, or simply looking for a meaningful experience during your visit to the Waitaki region. This intimate small-group experience invites you behind the scenes of a professional artistic practice, to learn and connect.
Spend time inside the studio, ask questions, hear the stories behind the artworks, create your own piece to take home and discover the unique character of one of New Zealand's most inspiring regions.
Discover the creative life from the inside.

If the scheduled dates, don't fit with you - please just phone or email Beth, & she will do her best to work in with your plans. Also happy to make recommendations for your accommodation. Just ask.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 48 hours before activity starts.

There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.

Terms

All art materials provided.
Price does not include lunch/drinks.

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From

NZ$420.00

per person

3 hours 30 mins

On Request: Confirmed within 48 hours, or fully refunded.

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13 Wansbeck Street, South Hill, Oamaru, New Zealand, 9400

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$420.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to know about art?

No. This experience is for all levels of interest and experience. You could be an art lover, a curious traveller, a creative spirit, or simply looking for a meaningful experience during your visit to the Waitaki region.

Do I need to bring anything?

No. All materials for the art workshop are provided, including aprons. The price includes light refreshments but does not include any meals/drinks purchased outside the studio.

What should I wear?

Anything you are comfortable wearing - especially comfortable shoes for walking. It's recommended you bring a light jacket for changeable weather - and layered warmer clothing especially for autumn and winter seasons.

What does this include?

The half-day option includes time to talk with our working artist, a guided art workshop - where you can walk away with a completed small artwork ready to be framed, a guided tour around the local creative area with recommendations for lunch. Light refreshments are provided in the studio. Lunch/drinks outside the studio along with any purchases are not included. The full-day experience includes all of the above - with a guided tour of Kakanui and the Waitaki Valley in a comfortable vehicle. This afternoon tour can be very flexible according to your interests. In season it can include stops at local wineries. Get to know the local area with a local artist.