Art Potpourri reflects the wide artistic interests of our members and the information shared is stimulating and often fascinating especially when lesser known artists like Yayoi Kusama are presented. Subjects have sometimes been inspired by overseas travel such as Aboriginal art symbols, the French Impressionists, Scottish architect Charles Rennie Macintosh, Lalique glass and Paula Moderstrom. Gallery and artist studio visits have been highlights. Family links enabled visits to acclaimed NZ artist Peata Larkin’s studio and also to see glass artist Jenny McLeod demonstrate the techniques she uses. Torbay artist Vivien Davimes was very welcoming and demonstrated her print making techniques. Art patron Sir James Wallace's magnificent property, Rannoch, has thousands of works by NZ artists and craft people and we enjoyed our guided visit very much. Master printer and graphic artist Tara McLeod outlined techniques he uses at his Silverdale Exhibition. During the lockdowns, the internet provided much stimulating information and delightful virtual tours like the Amsterdam Rijksmuseum Curators from Home series. We are keen supporters of local galleries, the city Art Gallery and keep up to date with their exhibitions.