Tauranga Society of Artists is once again hosting a large and prestigious exhibition this month at Tauranga Boys' College Gymnasium.

Attendees to the exhibition on April 20-23 can expect to see more than 400 pieces on display, along with ‘live art' in action, card and prints, a guest exhibitor group and the chance to vote for the People's Choice award.

'This will be a memorable Art Expo – so make sure you don't miss out. Experience beautiful, creative and affordable art – all displayed in the very spacious and well-lit gym of Tauranga Boys' College,” says Tauranga Society of Artists' Robin Purllant.

With more than 200 members, Robin says the society is the largest group of artists in the Bay of Plenty. 'The society participates in a wide range of art genres and mediums, producing an astounding variety of original artwork.”

As such, the exhibition – open 9.30am-5pm daily from Thursday, April 20 through to Sunday, April 23 – will have something for everyone. 'The People's Choice award gives visitors an opportunity to vote for their favourite painting. At the last exhibition more than 1000 people voted, so participate to be in the draw to win an original artwork!”

This year's guest exhibitor is the Bethlehem Pottery Club – and, society members will again be demonstrating their tremendous range of skills by providing ‘live art'. 'The ‘Art in Action' will include different mediums – oils, acrylic, watercolour, pastel and many more. From portrait drawing to painting, sketching to illustrating, all will be demonstrated at various times throughout the four days. So come along to meet our talented artists!”

Always popular and to be repeated this exhibition is the display of cards and prints, which many society artists produce from their artwork.

Robin says the society offers members daily opportunities – including workshops, open sessions, tutorials and friendship at their base Art Room in Elizabeth Street East.

'All activities are designed to complement and build upon the creativity and skill that goes on in their own homes and studios.”

This developing skill and creativity will be on show April 20-23 at Tauranga Boys' College Gymnasium, corner of 14th Ave-Devonport Rd, Tauranga City from 9.30am-5pm. Entry is free.