Taylor Jensen Fine Arts expresses its congratulations to Peter McLeavey of the Peter McLeavey Gallery, Wellington for being recognised as the premier dealer gallery director in New Zealand. Peter, your influence on art marketing and on the development of New Zealand art on the world stage has been nothing short of legendary. Peter is being honoured by Massey University at its graduation ceremony in Wellington on May 27th where he will be awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Fine Arts. Peter began his gallery from a flat on the Terrace in 1966 and as the Manawatu Standard (16/4/10) reported recently he “has been credited with nurturing artists including Colin McCahon, Gordon Walters and Pat Hanley.” They also wrote: ”His influence on how New Zealanders think about art is said to be profound.” Couldn’t have said it better myself. Wear the honour well. McLeavey is the kaumatua of the dealer gallery profession and long may he continue.The reference to the ‘Man in the Hat’ is that it is the title of Luit Beiringa’s short film on Peter McLeavey. If you haven’t seen it I highly recommend it as warm and honest tribute to this unique New Zealander. Check out the web for reviews and perhaps details on where it can be seen next.
No comments:
Post a Comment