Creative Moments in Nowra

Starting on 25 September at the Shoalhaven City Arts Centre is a collaborative exhibition of craft by woodworkers, ceramicists, spinners and weavers.

The Shoalhaven Woodcraft Society, formed in 1987, is comprised of people interested in developing skills and an understanding of the many diverse forms of woodcraft. The society aims to foster an understanding and appreciation of woodcraft, provide mutual advice, help and a  problem solving forum. Exhibitions have been held annually for 20 years.

For the last 15 years the woodworkers invited potters, spinners and weavers to present an annual exhibition of their work.  This exhibition, Creative Moments, showcases work of the highest standard from the Woodcraft Society, the Shoalhaven  Potters and the Nowra Spinners and Weavers. It is an opportunity for skilled,  local artisans to showcase their work in a complementary exhibition in the Shoalhaven City Arts Centre.

This is an exhibition that viewers are drawn to by its variety and textures. The beautiful works resonate with the creative thoughts and skills of the maker creating works that can be collected,  kept and enjoyed for a lifetime. The works highlight the  colours and textures of the medium used in the process connected through touch,  whether it be the silky smoothness of finely sanded wood, the cool of a rich glaze on ceramic or the tactile invitation of natural fibre  in woven cloth.

There is something for everyone in this exhibition. Features include wooden bowls and furniture pieces that highlight exquisite wood grain, ceramics including sculptural and practical homewares and  handwoven, handspun and felted garments from wool, silk, alpaca and mohair.

The availability of mass-produced product in our world make us long for items that are more personal and timeless. Today more than ever we want our style to reflect  individual taste. This exhibition offers the  opportunity to purchase unique items that combine artistic and functional intention.
Exhibition dates are 25 September to 14 October.  Please join the participants at the official opening 5–7pm on 25 September.