Events

An exhibition of wood crafts by ever creative David in the ODT gallery.

Enjoy the variety of work from the ever popular Heather Maxwell. In the ODT gallery.

Fantastic artworks from members of the ‘Open Arts on the Peninsula’. Enjoy looking and purchasing a whole new group of artists. Talks and charity events to enrich your experience.

Come along to view the work of Artsenta members, Terry Mosely with ‘ Avoidance’ and James Thomson-Bache with ‘Fun and Games’. James was a finalist in the recent prestigious Parkin drawing awards.

James Higham’ My bike ride from Cape Reinga to Bluff, ‘Raising funds for the Wildlife Hospital’.

Don’t forget to collect your unsold work today.

Awards announced at a private function....6.00pm. Exhibitors and OAS members are invited.

Dunedin Railway Station, First Floor. 10th – 31st May 2025. View and purchase from a collection of works from art society members. Open daily Sunday to Friday from 10am – 4pm Saturdays from 9.30am–3.30pm Kindly sponsored by Joan Hardey.

Dunedin Railway Station, First Floor A showcase of OAS Council and Life Members works. Open daily Sunday to Friday from 10am – 4pm Saturdays from 9.30am – 3.30pm

Sean Brosnahan from Toitu Settlers Museum

Dunedin Railway Station, First Floor Our annual exhibition. Open to the public. Open daily Sunday to Friday from 10am – 4pm Saturdays from 9.30am – 3.30pm For artists Artist entry form and dates 

Talk from jeweller Tony Williams. 7pm. Members and guest welcome.

Dunedin Railway Station, First Floor Our 2025 Spring Exhibition Open to the public 4th – 25th October  Sunday to Friday from 10am – 4pm Saturdays from 9.30am – 3.30pm For artists Artist entry form and dates 

Doug Hart

FREE ADMISSION National exhibition, for painted works.  Sponsored by Hope and Sons  

FREE Bookings essential – call or email OAS (03) 477 9465 otagoartsociety@xtra.co.nz   A treasure trove of assorted artworks for children to engage with, guided by OAS Education Officer First Wednesday of each month April to September

FREE Entry Doug Hart, talks about the art and life of Rita Angus

Members only Jo Jago (Artist, Art Teacher & OAS Councillor) Jo’s path into art — and teaching — has been anything but conventional. In this talk, Jo will share: What it really takes to build a creative life from scratch What teaching beginners reveals about art and confidence Why it’s not too late — even […]

Members ONLY FREE Crosswharf Reserve parking corner of Jetty and Birch Street Star marks the meeting point Joins us after to reflect on the day at - Bacon Buttie Station  

MEMBERS ONLY FREE Rotary Park - Bay views. - Red Star is the meeting place Join us at Mitre 10 café after for a catch up.

FREE Bookings essential - call or email OAS (03) 477 9465 otagoartsociety@xtra.co.nz 12 toddlers per session. All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian The programme will focus on one artwork each month held in the Permanent Collection.  There will be fun activities available for the preschoolers to participate in plus more in-depth information […]

FREE Bookings essential - call or email OAS (03) 477 9465 otagoartsociety@xtra.co.nz Artwork donated for this project with research into the artist, and concept attached to the work, has been put into a specially modified suitcase.  Students will be given the opportunity to explore themed artwork through touch and observation, developing an understanding of shapes, […]

FREE Entry Doug Hart talks about the life and art of Robin White

MEMBERS ONLY FREE Work, Chat, Coffee

Exhibition closed (Hope and Sons), contributors pick up work

Hosted by Otago Art Society in the Nature Dome, Forsyth Barr Stadium Denise McMahon and Rose Shepard, Art Educators will be on the stand.    

Members ONLY FREE Port Chalmers Back Beach - Peninsula Beach Road Wharf, boat, water, landscape views Red Star shows the meeting place. Join us at a Cafe Santosha  after our session

FREE OPEN TO PUBLIC Book illustrator Sheryl Black will present a collection of finished works and preliminary studies from her published book — a true story following an albatross as it departs Taiaroa Head and journeys across the wild Southern Ocean. Her exhibition will be shown alongside a series of albatross-themed artworks created by members […]

MEMBERS ONLY FREE Work, Chat, Coffee

Free event Bookings essential, max entry is 30 people.  Book through the OAS gift shop or ring the society (03) 477 9465 otagoartsociety@xtra.co.nz Enjoy a ‘Chile Bird’ book reading by author Diane Miller, local Dunedin children’s book author. Be inspired by this true story and amazing journey that the albatross took and create a collaborative […]

FREE EVENT OPEN TO PUBLIC Doug Hart

MEMBERS ONLY Brian Miller talks about the business of writing and publishing a book. Brian is working, (with others), to produce the OAS 150th celebration book

INVITED GUESTS only An evening in the home of an original supporter of OAS, viewing art, and enjoying the entertainment.

FREE _ OPEN TO PUBLIC Ngahuia exhibits their work

FREE - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Members of the Pastel group exhibit their work

MEMBERS ONLY You can open the entry form here. Autumn 2026 - Entry Form - 29-1-26