West coast (SI) Report MARCH - MAY 2026
Kate Buckley
Printmakers Gathering – Mezzotint Workshop Follow-Up- Hokitika
Following on from the Summer School mezzotint workshop, Kate Buckley hosted a gathering of printmakers at her studio with a view to establishing a regular group.
It was a great opportunity to reconnect after the workshop, share work, exchange ideas, and talk all things printmaking in a relaxed and supportive environment. The aim is to continue meeting on a monthly basis (or thereabouts), providing a welcoming space for local printmakers to connect, discuss techniques, and support one another’s practice.
You do not need to be a mezzotinter or a member of PACNZ to attend — all printmakers are welcome.
If anyone is interested in joining, starting something similar in another part of the coast, or staying in the loop for activities and events- please do get in touch. It would be wonderful to see more printmaking groups developing and linking up, and to use this growing network to host more events and activities across the coast.