Local artists on display at Artisan Collective Port Stephens Port Stephens News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 20, 2022 Anna Webster with some of her work which is featured in the Alcove through December. SHOPPING in destinations like Nelson Bay can unearth the most unique and amazing items. At Artisan Collective on the d’Albora Marinas at Nelson Bay you will find everything from fine art to quirking chain jewellery and clothing. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au All made by local artists. Many of the works are themed around the beautiful pristine environment at Nelson Bay and on the Peninsula. The gallery is brought to you by a collaboration of artists and you will find a local artist serving behind the counter each and every day. Inside Artisan Collective you will find photographs, prints, paintings, sculptures, jewellery, homewares and more. These knowledgeable artists are happy to share insight not only into their own works but each other’s as well. Throughout the month of December, the gallery has had an amazing curation of works on display and within the showcase alcove there is a special Christmas exhibition. Artist and Artisan Collective member Anna Web told News Of The Area, “Our members are offering some of their artwork with the theme ‘Under $150’.” In the alcove you will find works by nineteen local artists from precise floral and floral renditions to modern sculptures and even works made entirely from wire. Each month the Artisan Collective Gallery showcases a different series of works in the Alcove. January’s Alcove offerings are by printmaker Anne-Maree Hunter. Artisan Collective is open seven days from 9am – 4pm. It’s not too late to pop in and buy the perfect gift for a loved one this Christmas! By Marian SAMPSON