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Why are all the artworks $113 asked a visitor to The People's Gallery - Toi ka rere.

For those who know the inside story about the annual group show in the Tauranga Historic Village gallery, a smile plays at the quirky concept begun four years ago.

'We opened the People's Gallery four years ago on the 109th anniversary of the building so we called it 109, made all the works the same size - 30cm square - and all $109,” says The Incubator Creative Hub director Simone Anderson.

'Every year since then it's gone up a dollar and a number so we are at 113 and $113 each.”

Painting by John Baxter at the 113 Group show. Photo: Supplied.

The 113 group show is The Incubator's annual pre-Christmas group exhibition. Simone says it's been 'another jam packed successful year for The People's Gallery - Toi ka rere” with the gallery showcasing the art of many people and community groups.

'We continue our BOP People's Gallery tradition of offering an opportunity to artists to submit and a chance to buy a great original and affordable artwork to keep or give away. This exhibition is our annual fundraiser to deliver great community exhibitions in 2022.”

Painting by Sabrina Fraser at the 113 Group show. Photo: Supplied.

Clearly that's Christmas shopping sorted, as how can there possibly be a better gift than art, say the team behind The Incubator Creative Hub.

It's a busy, vibrant time at the village with the recent opening of two new galleries, an exhibition at The Incubator, and the Community Christmas Tree display.

Doreen McNeil's exhibition ‘Expressions' at The Incubator Creative Hub gallery runs from November 28 – December 22 and is open from 9am – 4pm weekdays, and from 10am – 2pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

The Pot House Ceramics Gallery and Studios, and The Artist Window Gallery are also open week days.

The 113 Annual Group show runs from November 28 – December 20 at The People's Gallery which is open from 10am – 3pm weekdays, and from 10am – 2pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

Gallery staff advise that the Covid-19 Protection Framework must be respected including wearing masks, social distancing, providing My Vaccine Pass and scanning in using the Covid app.

Painting by Roseanna Hennessey at the 113 Group show. Photo: Supplied.

Viewing paintings at the 113 Group show. Photo: Supplied.

Paintings by Shona Mackenzie at the 113 Group show. Photo: Supplied.