Mercury Bay Art Escape is dedicated to encouraging the arts in our community and in particular creativity by local students. We are excited to announce a Youth Photography Competition and Exhibition for students under 18 living on the Coromandel Peninsula.   We know there are many talented young creatives here, and we can’t wait to see your images. 📸  Competition Details Theme: Coromandel Summer Eligibility: Open to anyone under 18 who lives on the Coromandel Peninsula Ima

My name is Bella Van Vlerken, I am a year 12 student at Mercury Bay Area School. I enjoy reading, writing, graphic design and photography. I moved to the Mercury Bay 4 years ago, and the beautiful landscape started my interest in photography. My work usually focuses on documentary style but I enjoy experimenting with any genres. Thank you for this opportunity to work with artists and develop my skills.

Congratulations to Carroll DePape of Hahei, recipient of the 2025 People’s Choice Award at the Mercury Bay Art Escape Showcase...

“My name is Isobel Warwood, and I'm 17 years old. I'm a year 12 student at Mercury Bay Area school and I live with my dad and brother in...

Hi, my name is Siobhan Cox, I am a year 13 at Mercury Bay Area School and I take Visual Arts or Practical Painting as one of my subjects....

Hi, I'm Emma Jones and I was the Mercury Bay Art Escape scholarship recipient for 2023. This was my experience... I got the fantastic...