HOREKE SCHOOL COMES TO VISIT! November 2013

The bus arrived with 28 children plus teachers and other kaitiaki on board from Hokianga's own HOREKE SCHOOL'  The day was stunning.. Brilliant sunshine with a gentle breeze. Everyone was excited. Wow - coming to visit a homebased working art studio and meet the artists!    When they arrived there were several  art easels set up with various paintings so that different styles, mediums and textures could be discussed. There was a vast range of subjects covered, but the most important message was that we wanted to encourage each and every child to be proud of whom they are! This was a really special visit and we sent each of the children away with their own Postcard of an image of one of our original paintings to show and share and to hold onto memories of their visit to the magical kingdom of Moirai! Go well, Horeke School.. always aim to do and be your BEST!!!    Thanks to the teachers  and those whom made this visit possible. It was very special for us, also!  





PURUA SCHOOL 2011 COMES TO VISIT!



Purua School, Northland, organized a visit to the Moirai Studio as part of their children's holiday camp experience.  Visiting the Waipoua Kauri Forest was part of their schedule and with the Moirai Studio just nearby, it was an opportunity to incorporate creative art learning as well.

  Our brief was for the children to meet real artists and to encourage a spontaneous art class in our studio. 
We were delighted as the children asked so many questions relating to our techniques and details within our  paintings with a genuine interest.  This then enthused them to concentrate on their own wonderful drawings which were so individual and with so much care and talent!!!
Thanks to Purua School, Mrs. Moselen, and other adults whom accompanied the children.
You can all feel proud of yourselves ~ and may you always retain your love of nature and art!