The Estuary Arts Centre is hosting the annual Cash and Carry Under $500 art sale from now until the end of January.

Art in all shapes and sizes has filled the art centre in Orewa, ready to be bought and loved by local art enthusiasts.

They will be on sale throughout the centre and in Studio One overlooking the estuary. 

There are almost 550 different artworks on display, meaning there is something for everyone. The kinds of artworks include paintings, prints, ceramics, jewellery and loads more. 

By supporting the art sale, you are not only helping the very talented local artists but also investing in the local economy by buying and giving a Christmas gift that is truly unique. 

Another way to support the art sale - and spoil family and friends at the same time this Christmas - is to buy a gift voucher from the arts centre, which can be redeemed in the gift shop or for one of the many different art classes that are on offer.

During the art sale, visitors are encouraged to go past the Foyer Gallery to see watercolour artwork from the Auckland Watercolour Group.

The Estuary Art Centre, situated at 214b Hibiscus Coast Highway, will be open all season apart from Christmas Day and Boxing Day (25 and 26 December) and News Year's Day (1 January 2023).

It is open from 9am to 4pm. It is a great place to bring visitors and enjoy a fantastic walk around the Te Ara Tahuna walkway.

To find out more about these programmes visit the website www.estuaryarts.org