Southern Destinations: April 04, 2019
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26<br />
cRomWELL<br />
southern holiday destinations<br />
oBJeCtS of art<br />
oCta gallery<br />
Les Riddell is a craftsman jeweller<br />
whose Objects of Art showroom<br />
and workshop is located in an<br />
historic store within the Cromwell<br />
Heritage Precinct. He specialises in<br />
the creation of innovative personal<br />
jewellery and uniquely artistic<br />
implements using a variety of<br />
materials and also runs jewellery<br />
workshops from time to time.<br />
All commissioned works are<br />
handcrafted on site to the customers’<br />
individual specifications. As well as<br />
using fine metals including gold,<br />
silver, copper, platinum, bronze<br />
WooooltaStiC<br />
Transpire Fiber Studio and Craft<br />
Gallery loves wool and everything<br />
about wool.<br />
Whether it’s spinning, dying or<br />
transforming wool into a garment,<br />
stop by the Cromwell location of<br />
Transpire and meet with Mellissa.<br />
Clean,<br />
Comfortable,<br />
Affordable<br />
A lovely quiet motel situated<br />
close to the Cromwell<br />
Heritage Precinct and Lake<br />
Dunstan, with views of the<br />
surrounding hills.<br />
We have 5 spacious studio units,<br />
2 large one-bedroom family<br />
units and 1 cute hideaway cabin.<br />
All units are fully self-contained,<br />
warm and comfortable.<br />
Come and explore Central Otago with us<br />
0800 267 268 centralgateway.co.nz<br />
and brass with the finest diamonds,<br />
pearls and other gemstones, creative<br />
designs may also incorporate bone,<br />
wood, steel, ivory, stone, titanium<br />
and even plastic.<br />
As well as crafting bespoke<br />
jewellery, your old jewellery can be<br />
re-designed and recycled into new<br />
items with contemporary appeal.<br />
Whether it is jewellery, sculpture, art<br />
work, or objects with an innovative<br />
practical purpose, Objects of Art can<br />
custom make your one-off special<br />
request. For further information visit<br />
www.objects-of-art.co.nz<br />
She spins and dyes wool for all<br />
occasions. She makes clothes and<br />
she is a master teacher, so that you<br />
can learn the art of spinning yourself.<br />
Take one of her classes or a private<br />
lesson and learn about texture and<br />
colour. Follow Transpire on Facebook<br />
or call them on 03 445 8292.<br />
Central<br />
gateWay<br />
Motel<br />
Central Gateway Motel in Cromwell<br />
is a lovely quiet motel situated close<br />
to the Cromwell Heritage Precinct<br />
and Lake Dunstan, with views<br />
of the surrounding hills. Choose<br />
accommodation that suits your<br />
needs. They have 5 spacious studio<br />
units, 2 large one-bedroom family<br />
units or 1 cute hideaway cabin. All the<br />
units are fully self-contained, warm<br />
and comfortable. Explore the magic<br />
of Central Otago with them. 0800<br />
267 268 or 03 445 0035<br />
Located within the Cromwell<br />
Heritage Precinct, OCTA provides<br />
a living gallery space to showcase<br />
limited edition original prints<br />
and an eclectic mix of works of<br />
art by recognised National and<br />
International artists.<br />
The gallery’s directors,<br />
Gail and Chris de<br />
Jong, moved to<br />
Central Otago<br />
after successful<br />
careers in<br />
secondary<br />
and tertiary<br />
art education.<br />
In opening the<br />
gallery, they<br />
bring their own<br />
knowledge and<br />
enthusiasm to the<br />
venture.<br />
As part of the ever-changing<br />
display at OCTA you will find works<br />
by Chagall, Matisse, Braque, Antoni<br />
Tapies and others alongside well<br />
known New Zealand artists like<br />
Ralph Hotere, Pat Hanly, Marilynn<br />
Webb, Nigel Brown, Kathryn<br />
Madill, Olav Nielson, Michel Tuffery,<br />
Kelvin Mann, Inge Doesburg, Jo<br />
Ogier, Jim Cooper, Blue Black,<br />
Suzanne Butson and Peter<br />
Cleverley. Recent arrivals<br />
include prints by Euan<br />
McLeod, Gregory<br />
O’Brien, John Pule<br />
and Dick Frizzell.<br />
As well as<br />
selected prints<br />
sculptures<br />
and ceramic<br />
pieces, you will<br />
also find unusual<br />
art objects and<br />
books of historical<br />
interest. OCTA Gallery<br />
and Workshop is located at 71<br />
Melmore Terrace in Cromwell’s<br />
Historic Precinct and welcomes<br />
visitors daily from 10am-4pm. www.<br />
cromwellheritageprecinct.co.nz<br />
SeQUoia fineWareS<br />
Housed among the heritage<br />
buildings of Old Cromwell Town,<br />
Sequoia finewares is a unique<br />
shopping experience. With a<br />
beautiful outlook over Lake Dunstan<br />
and the hills beyond, the store is<br />
brimming with ideas for your home<br />
and gifts.<br />
Gail has selected old-fashioned<br />
wooden toys, books, furniture,<br />
homeware by quality designers<br />
including CC Interiors, French<br />
Country Collections, Citta and Robert<br />
Gordon just to name a few.<br />
Have a look through all their local<br />
influences including merino wear, an<br />
assortment of jewellery, cards by the<br />
dozens and fabulous hand-printed<br />
linen and scarves – a wonderful<br />
way to remember your visit to this<br />
dynamic Central Otago landscape.<br />
Browse your way into the back room,<br />
and you’ll be surprised by pre-loved<br />
designer wear for women. Revitalise<br />
your wardrobe with the thoughtful<br />
selection of dresses, tops, jeans and<br />
accessories at great prices.<br />
The Old Cromwell Town precinct<br />
houses buildings that reflect the<br />
town’s gold mining and pioneering<br />
past, and the jetty provides a<br />
convenient entry point for visiting<br />
boats. Admission to the precinct is<br />
free. Sequoia finewares is a treasure<br />
trove of quality décor and exciting<br />
discoveries.<br />
Hand-dyed & spun yarn/fiber.<br />
Tuition and workshops.<br />
Objects Of Art Ltd<br />
Specialising in custom made<br />
jewellery and art objects from<br />
new and recycled materials<br />
Old Cromwell Town Art<br />
Art Gallery & Workshop<br />
Specialising in works on paper<br />
Supporting NZ handmade.<br />
TRANSPIRE<br />
FIBER STUDIO & CRAFT GALLERY<br />
71 Melmore Terrace, Cromwell<br />
03 445 8292 | mellissafiber@gmail.com<br />
71 Melmore Tce<br />
Unit 4A Cromwell Historic Precinct<br />
03 445 3094 | sales@objects-of-art.co.nz<br />
Join us on Facebook<br />
www.facebook.com/objects.of.art<br />
OCTA Gallery, according to many of its visitors, is considered quite<br />
unique in this part of the world. Operating from a historic building in<br />
Cromwell’s Heritage Precinct, Central Otago, it provides a living art<br />
space, showcasing limited edition original prints and an eclectic mix<br />
of art work created by renowned national and international artists.<br />
During the last few years, OCTA Gallery has established a reputation<br />
for the quality of its diverse, eclectic, and interesting works, as well<br />
as the excellent service it provides.<br />
Its directors, Gail and Chris de Jong look forward to your visit and<br />
are keen to share their extensive knowledge and experience as<br />
professional artists and educators.<br />
Phone 027 231 7503 | Email octa@artlover.com