Charity showcase by emerging NZ artists on

Larry McKenna, front, and Peter Warren, of Rotary Club of Greenmeadows, set up paintings for the annual art exhibition at the Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier. Photo / Warren Buckland

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen will make a special guest appearance at the annual Art-x National Art Exhibition and Sale.

Emerging artists nationwide will showcase their masterpieces in a display of paintings of interest to the broad spectrum of the community.

Art-x is not just a sale of artists' paintings but an opportunity for art lovers to see a diverse collection of paintings in one place.

The Rotary Club of Greenmeadows has been organising the event for more than 30 years and during that time all profits generated have gone to charities.

The funds total raised over the years is heading to well over half a million dollars.

The club held its first sale of paintings in 1982. There were 31 artists displaying 93 paintings. The profit of $2000 was donated to local community projects.

Art-x continues that charitable trend with all proceeds returning to the local community. The event will run from today until July 5.

•The National Art Exhibition and Sale will be held in the Pan Pac Foyer of Napier Municipal Theatre. The gala opening today is by ticket only.
For tickets, visit: nationalartexhibition.co.nz