The joint exhibition ‘Gifts from the Sea’ showcases artworks by three Wellington women who share a deep love and respect for the ocean, particularly our south coast. They draw on their individual creative skills to bring attention to the beauty and fragility of the underwater world and how it is impacted by natural and human threats to its wellbeing.

Using fine pastels and pigmented oils, MARGARET ELLIOT draws and paints from photographs she takes of the undersea world when snorkeling in the Taputeranga Reserve. Her unique style brings the hidden sea life to life with movement and vibrance on the canvas. Margaret will give a slide show talk about her artistic journey on Friday night.

MARY LIVINGSTON has spent many years honing her wave-capture skills with her camera on our south coast. She braves all weathers to catch the moods of waters that rage and seethe unpredictably, tearing sea life from their refugia. Mary will give a slide show talk about her seascape photography Wednesday night.

NICOLE MILLER has made the ocean the centre of her life. The award-winning documentary “Seaweed, A Love Story” narrates her work to protect Wellington’s kelp forests and bring the beauty of the marine world to the surface through film, art and storytelling.