22/10/2025
Fresh from the Lower Hutt Art Trail, Louise Thomas now has a selection of her paintings and photographs on display in the Hutt Art exhibition at Benedict’s Café, 141 Dowse Drive, Maungaraki.
An award-winning painter, wildlife photographer, and writer, Louise is exhibiting works in acrylic and oil alongside several striking bird photographs. Her popular annual bird photography calendars are available at the café (she even sold one while her and David Bibby were setting up the display!), together with a range of A3 and A4 prints.
Louise’s paintings have been acquired by private collectors in New Zealand, Australia, and the United States, while her captivating bird photography has been published internationally, featured on the cover of the annual NZ Bird Survey, and used on park reserve signage, as well as contributing to eBird and the Merlin Bird ID app.
Recent accolades include the 2024 Judge’s Choice Award, 2024 People’s Choice Award in the HAS Annual Exhibition, and the 2025 Best Representational Award from the Hutt Art Society, the latter for her portrait of fellow HAS artist Sandy.
HAS members interested in exhibiting at Benedict's Cafe are encouraged to get in touch with David or Barbara Bibby.
