Discovery and Rediscovery

Eade Gallery

01 Apr 2023 – 03 May 2023

An iconic local landscape is the subject for two Central Otago artists whose works will be on display as part of a collaborative duo solo exhibition in April.
Ceramicist Kathi McLean and painter Gretl Barzotto have teamed up to explore and study The Nevis Valley through their own artistic endeavours.
“We are looking at this incredible landscape to reveal what it means to us both,” says Gretl.
Kathi is rediscovering her family connections to the Nevis by using her pottery to recreate new images of the history and landscape while Gretl is discovering The Nevis Valley and all its nuances with her paintings.
“We have worked closely together over several months discussing the subject matter and our individual responses to the Nevis. The interaction between our art is continually evolving especially how the works speak to each other and additionally the linkages of colours, surfaces and materiality.”
It’s the first time Gretl and Kathi have worked together and have enjoyed spending time in each other’s studios.
“It’s been interesting discussing our works during the process which has ultimately deepened our connection to this place and our artistic responses,” says Gretl. “The collaboration has increased the energy between us with the works enriched and creating harmonies that otherwise would not have been possible if we were working alone.”
She says they will select and curate the final exhibition pieces together.
“We are allowing our practices to be open to new possibilities for this exhibition with our artistic sensibilities being given free reign without too much preplanning.”

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Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pots, Speargrass56 x 76.5 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on Artistico Paper - framed with UV, Non reflect glass●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Scotchman's Creek31 x 24.5 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on whitewashed ply●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Mailbox Creek31 x 24.5 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on whitewashed ply●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Nokomai31 x 24.5 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on whitewashed ply●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pots, Baileys Hill76.5 x 56 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on Artistico paper
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pots, Upper Nevis76.5 x 56 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on Artistico paper - unframed
Gretl BarzottoSlapjack Creek75 x 75 x 4 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on canvas●
Gretl BarzottoSlapjack Saddle75 x 75 x 4 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on canvas●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pots, Carrick57 x 38 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on Artistico Paper - framed with UV, Non reflect glass●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pots, Ben Nevis57 x 38 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on Artistico Paper - framed with UV, Non reflect glass●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Schoolhouse Creek65 x 50 cmInks, pigments, charcoal, gesso on Khadi Cotton Paper - framed with UV, Non reflect glass●
Kathi McLeanVessel9 cmGas Kiln fired with oxides●
Kathi McLeanVessel12 cmGas Kiln fired with oxides●
Kathi McLean"Pipes" - set of 7 -37 cmElectric Kiln fired with oxides - 26 to 37cm H●
Kathi McLean"Ginger Jars" - set of 314 cmStoneware - Electric Kiln fired●
Kathi McLeanThe Nevis Valley30 x 16 cmElectric Kiln fired●
Kathi McLeanDrinking Vessels - acknowledging the chinese racemen who worked on Nokomai Station late 1800's to early 1900's.Gas Kiln fired - smoked in sawdust - 11, 13, 14cm H●
Kathi McLeanDrinking Vessel - acknowledging the chinese racemen who worked on Nokomai Station late 1800's to early 1900's.23 x 16 cmGas Kiln fired with oxides●
Kathi McLeanDrinking Vessel - acknowledging the chinese racemen who worked on Nokomai Station late 1800's to early 1900's.15 x 15 cmGas Kiln fired with oxides●
Kathi McLeanDrinking Vessel - acknowledging the chinese racemen who worked on Nokomai Station late 1800's to early 1900's.13 x 13 cmGas Kiln fired with oxides●
Kathi McLeanDrinking Vessel - acknowledging the chinese racemen who worked on Nokomai Station late 1800's to early 1900's.13 x 12 cmGas Kiln fired with oxides●
Kathi McLeanDrinking Vessel - acknowledging the chinese racemen who worked on Nokomai Station late 1800's to early 1900's.15 x 10 cmGas Kiln fired with oxides●
Kathi McLeanDrinking Vessel - acknowledging the chinese racemen who worked on Nokomai Station late 1800's to early 1900's.12 x 9 cmGas Kiln fired with oxides●
Kathi McLean"Bottles" - set of 2Electric Kiln fired with oxides - 23 and 14cm H●
Kathi McLean"Bottles" - set of 3Electric Kiln fired with oxides - 24,15,11cm H●
Kathi McLeanVessel16 cmRaku/saggar fired●
Kathi McLeanVessel13 cmRaku/saggar fired●
Kathi McLeanMiners x5Electric kiln fired with oxides - 7cm - 11cm - $45 each●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Nokomai31 x 24.5 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on whitewashed ply●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Mailbox Creek31 x 24.5 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on whitewashed ply●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Duffers Saddle31 x 24.5 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on whitewashed ply●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Nevis River31 x 24.5 cmInks, pigments, charcoal on whitewashed ply●
Gretl BarzottoRaupo Creek, BendigoInks, washes, acrylic on ply framed●
Gretl BarzottoFragmented Pot, Shanghai 1927 - inspired from an artefact in the Clyde museumInks, pigments, charcoal on whitewashed ply●
Gretl BarzottoGibralter Rock112 x 84 cmInks, pigments, acrylic on canvas
Gretl BarzottoMatapihi 2Inks, pigments, acrylic on ply●
Gretl BarzottoMountain View, Deep LakeInks, pigments, acrylic on canvas
Gretl BarzottoMountain View, Before StarsInks, pigments, acrylic on ply - framed●
Gretl BarzottoDevil's Creek, BendigoInks, washes, acrylic on ply - framed●
Gretl BarzottoView Fragmented #131.5 x 25 x 4 cmInks, pigments, acrylic on whitewashed ply
Gretl BarzottoMatapihi 1Inks, pigments, acrylic on whitewashed ply
Gretl BarzottoView Fragmented 2Inks, pigments, acrylic on whitewashed ply
Gretl BarzottoView Fragmented 3Inks, pigments, acrylic on whitewashed ply