That's a wrap, for 2026 everyone! A huge thank you to all our amazing exhibiting artists, new and familiar—it's been fantastic to see each and all of you! And to everyone who joined us, explored, and perhaps snagged a treasure or two, we hope you had a blast and are filled with joy from your new art discoveries!
That's a wrap, everyone! A huge thank you to all our amazing exhibiting artists, new and familiar—it's been fantastic to see each of you! And to everyone who joined us, explored, and perhaps snagged a treasure or two, we hope you had a blast this weekend and are filled with joy from your new art discoveries!
Art and entertainment for all on the beautiful West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. This event began many years ago and now attracts artists from all over New Zealand to exhibit, share and sell their original work to attendees over the weekend. We take no commissions, we take pride in celebrating new and returning artists. Come join us at Art in the Park this coming year!
Featuring our Guest Artist for 2026: Dennis Chippindale
Dennis Chippindale is this year’s Art in the Park guest artist. He is well known for his live sketching, producing portraits that capture the character and mood of people around him. In a cafe, on the bus, wherever - he sees a face that intrigues him, takes out his sketch pad and water-soluble pencils and draws. He does at least one drawing every day, posting 30 every month on his dennychups Instagram page (he has 8,500+ followers). Visitors to Art in the Park will be able to see him in action.
Indulging in sketching and watercolour painting is a pleasurable counterpoint to Dennis’s demanding professional life as Director and Principal of a Christchurch architectural company.
Where to Find Us
Dave McKenzie Gymnasium - Whare Rehia
Greymouth High School
110 Shakespeare Street
GREYMOUTH