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(Read more about this scam here.) News & Events
 Susan's latest newsletter is online:
VIEW HEREGet the latest information on Susan's upcoming exhibition. NEXT Magazine - A Special Report for Breast Cancer Awareness:
"Real Life Realism" A very personal insight into Susan's life and philosophy. CLICK HERE to view the article. (170k pdf) 2007 Exhibition Preview.
Welcome to a sneak preview of Susan's upcoming 2007 Exhibition. (Times and venue to be announced.)  Workshops announced!
Susan has announced her upcoming artist workshops to take place in New Zealand and USA. Click
HERE for information.
In the News ..
2003 EXHIBITION!!!!:
It's been four years since Susan's last major exhibition of works for sale. Susan's retrospective two years ago was a great success. But the time has now come to announce details of her much-awaited 2003 exhibition titled:
"Painted Verse"
"I like to think of my work as poetry - visual poetry - "my truth". Our world is constantly changing and yet we find it is the same 'special things' that touch our souls year after year. These are the little things that make sense of our world. For me, portraying the ephemeral beauty of nature suspended in time is a tribute to nature, to the past and to the future".
This exhibition will feature a number of floral paintings, still-life paintings, character studies, bird studies and nude studies.
These paintings will be exhibited at the Compass Community Village Tauranga. Due to the large numbers of visitors attending Susan's two-day exhibitions we envisage this larger venue should reduce the need for the long queues as seen in previous years. But should there happen to be a short delay in entering the exhibition, there is plenty of verandered space from the weather. The village has plenty of flat street parking.
This exhibition will be something to remember. With all of the fine 'touches' that Susan loves to have at her exhibitions: the paintings, the graceful music and the magnificent floral bouquets - all combine to create the magical atmosphere you will have come to expect from Susan's exhibitions. You will find it will be an experience you will not want to forget.
"Painted Verse"Exhibition of recent work by Susan Harrison-Tustain Venue: Compass Community Village Seventeenth Avenue West TAURANGA, New Zealand Date: Saturday and Sunday 1st & 2nd November 2003 Time: 10.30am - 5pm both days Admission: No charge. Susan will be in attendance both days
If you would like your name on the invitation list or if you have any queries,
please contact us here: New Video:
So many of you who have Susan's first video have asked for more.
So, for those who want to see how Susan works, to see how she uses her brushes, 
how much water she uses and how all of these things relate to many different
subjects as well as flowers, this video is for you. The first in a new series
specifically filmed to give answers to the most frequently asked questions in
Susan's workshops, "Susan Harrison-Tustain's One-on-One Watercolor Workshop
Series - Watercolor Breakthroughs" focus's on the 'traps for young players'
that we all experience. Backgrounds are one of the stumbling blocks. Watch as Susan
de-mystifies backgrounds - see how three different background studies alter the
atmosphere of a subject. Follow through as Susan shows you how she creates a three
dimensional 'presence' using four elements to establish form. You'll find a
demonstration of a lily study where you can see Susan's unique painting process.
There is something in this video for everyone - from beginner to experienced artist.
Click here to find out more.
Classes/Workshops:
Susan's workshops are in great demand and are always over-subscribed.
Commitments this year mean that there aren't any classes planned for 2003 but if
you wish to go on her waiting list for 2004 feel free to contact her here:  You will be notified by email of any upcoming classes. Due to the over-subscription of class places, workshops have to be run on a first-in, first-served basis. Susan in the news:
Taiwanese Magazine:
An article about Susan, her paintings and her home featured in the December
issue of 'Deco' magazine, one of Taiwan's leading decor publications. Susan's home also
featured on the cover of the November's issue.
Tauranga - Photographs by Bob Tulloch:
Susan feels honoured to feature in Bob Tulloch's new book portraying the
character of Tauranga and it's people.
"I have attempted to identify the character of the Tauranga region, the
visitor attractions, how we live, how we work, how we play, the landscape, the
cityscape, something of the history, the structures and especially the people".- Bob
Tulloch. A magnificent book! Available through Tulloch Photography, No 1 The Strand,
Tauranga, New Zealand. bobtulloch@xtra.co.nz
Splash 8:
Susan's painting 'Jonquilles Pour Ma Mere' has been chosen to feature in
Splash 8 - a book featuring a compilation of the worlds artists. (North Light
Books, Cincinnati).
Competition Finalist:
Susan's painting 'Awakening' was a finalist out of over 13,000 entries in 'the
American Artist Magazine's annual art competition.
Rediscovery of Paynes Grey Bluish:
Recently I rediscovered an old favorite - Paynes Grey Bluish is an amazing
pigment. Ideal for backgrounds as it gives a wonderful depth of natural color
allowing underwashes and suggested details to influence the final washes of this
magical color.
Upcoming Video:
Susan will be filming another video in her "One-on-One" series. This time it will be
especially for beginners or for those who wish to recap on the things they may have
overlooked or forgotten. This video should be available by November 2003. Let us know if
you would like to be notified.
Splash 6 and Splash 7 - The Magic of Texture and a Celebration of Light
Video complete!: December 2001 - The video companion to Susan's best selling book is now available. Titled "Glorious Garden Flowers in Watercolor - Part 1 - Understanding the Essential Techniques", Susan's first video shows you all the techniques she uses to achieve the astonishing depth and beauty of her florals. CLICK HERE for more details. Palette Update: April 2001 - Click HERE for Susan's latest color discoveries.
Report: November 2000 -
Retrospective Exhibition: "...Until Now".
My retrospective exhibition was enjoyed by approx. 3000 visitors over the two
days of the showing. It was a joy for me to see so many of my paintings that I
hadn't seen for some time. It was like the return of old friends.
Including the Giclee prints, we had 36 paintings with diversely different subject
matter from flowers, bird studies, still-life, insect studies, nudes, character
studies and a much commented upon abstract!
The Brauchli Family Trio serenaded us with several instruments including the
renaissance harp, the violin, hammer dulcimer, recorders and guitar. Their music was
magical and created the most wonderful atmosphere as our visitors enjoyed the chance
to see paintings that may not been seen again in public, for some time.
November 2000 -
Retrospective: "...Until Now".
October 2000 -
Often seen on the cover of The New Zealand Gardener Magazine,
Susan's work will feature in an article telling the story behind her latest
television appearance ("Kev Can Do", screened 26th August, Television One 7 - 7.30
pm. N.Z. time). A very touching story which Susan feels honoured to have taken part
in.
September 2000 - Release of eight Giclee Fine Art Limited Edition
Reproductions of
Susan Latest work. Check out the 'print' page for details.
26th August 2000 - Television New Zealand. 'Kev Can Do' Television One.
Around 7pm
NZ time. Tune in to enjoy a very touching story featuring Susan's art. The story
is embargoed but I can assure you you will captivated by the story.
20th August 2000 - Trip to California to proof Giclee Fine Art Limited Edition
Reproductions. These will be available on Susan's return after 10th
September 2000.
Check out the 'print' page for details.
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