'Thanks for the Memories' - TOM MUTCH auction

Last Friday night (15th Jan 2010) KINA auctioned off some very special pieces by one of New Zealand's leading artists - Tom Mutch. This was a unique night for KINA and this special occasssion was met with crowds of people crammed into gallery and into the shop - right to the doors!

The work in this show dated back to when Tom Mutch lived in Taranaki. Two Limited Edition screen prints were also for sale in this exhibition, dating back to the same year Mutch won the TSB Art Award and whilst he was a member of TACO (Taranaki Arts Co Operative).

In an act of philanthropic spirit, these pieces were originally purchased directly from Mutch himself to fund his residency as an artist in London. Now the current owner believes it’s time to release them back into the art world for other Mutch lovers in the Taranaki community to enjoy.

This was a rare opportunity to view a piece of history - work created at a time Mutch was living in Taranaki and painting alongside his mentor, Michael Smither. This was also a chance for art lovers to purchase some highly collectable pieces that rarely come up for sale.

Many thanks to MONTROSE, who sponsored such beautiful wine for the evening.