Michael Smither First Mercury Bay Art Escape ‘Patron Artist'
Michael Smither, one of New Zealand’s most famous contemporary artists, Otama resident and foundation member of the Mercury Bay Art Escape has been appointed the Art Escape’s first ‘Patron Artist’ in recognition both of his standing as a New Zealand artist, but more importantly the contribution he makes to all of the arts in our region because of his stature and support for the Art Escape and it’s member artists.
Art Escape Trust Chairman Stuart Christie said, “ We changed the Trust’s rules last year to create an honorary role to recognise the contribution an individual artist makes to the objectives and activities of the Trust. We are very proud to have Michael with us as a wonderful ambassador and wise mentor to the Trust and our members.”