Ashburton Society of Arts

Ashburton Society of Arts

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  • 62nd Exhibition Open Now!

    62nd Exhibition Open Now!

    The wait is over – the 62nd ASA Annual Art Exhibition is now underway, showcasing an incredible collection of Art, Applied Art & Craft, Sculpture, and Photography from talented artists across New Zealand.

    With almost $10,000 in awards made possible by our generous sponsors, and every piece available for purchase, there’s something for every art lover to discover.

    Visit the Exhibition at the Ashburton Art Gallery on West Street, 10-4pm everyday. We look forward to welcoming you!

    Photo: ASA61 Annual Exhibition at Rokowhiria Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum, 2025

  • Join an art group

    Our art groups are a great for doing art socially. Come to the Short St Studio and spend some time creating art on a regular basis with other artists.

    We have regular groups for general art and crafts as well as groups for specific topics such as print making and figure drawing.

    Explore our art groups
  • Workshops

    Workshops

    Our workshops often fill up fast. Join our art workshops tutored by a selection of talented guest artists

    Learn more on our Workshops Page or sign up below

    • Bonsai Workshop Sat 21 Feb 2026

      Bonsai Workshop Sat 21 Feb 2026

      Bonsai Made Simple With Aaron Curtis From Shiro Bonsai When: Saturday February 21st 2026 Time: 10am to 2 pm Where: ASA Short St Studio Cost: Members $260  Non Members $270 (this fee includes tutor fee and a nursery grown tree, pot and all materials required.  Also includes a follow up workshop in August to give…

      Price range: $260.00 through $270.00
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    • Wildflower Painting Workshop with Corina Hazlett

      Wildflower Painting Workshop with Corina Hazlett

      Saturday 10th May 2025 The Wildflowers workshop suits beginners to drawing and painting and is one of Corina’s most popular workshops. No previous experience necessary and it’s a fun way to spend the day with a friend creating your very own artwork to take home with you. Students will learn how to handle acrylics with…

      Price range: $220.00 through $230.00
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    • An Introduction to Natural History Illustration with Belinda Biggs Workshop

      An Introduction to Natural History Illustration with Belinda Biggs Workshop

      9:30am – 4:00 pm Sat 5 – Sun 6 April Belinda is an award winning artist and tutor who teaches classes, workshops, and painting holidays around the globe. Natural History Illustration is a wonderful way of portraying interesting, the unusual or just your favourite animals, flowers, shells, fungi, etc. With an eye for detail, in…

      Price range: $165.00 through $175.00
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