- By Times’ Junior Journalist Kingsley Lai
On a recent Sunday afternoon, I stepped into the bustling Albany Village Community Hall to see intricate work made by the North Shore Miniatures Club.
I wasn’t that interested when I heard we were going, but upon arriving I was amazed!
When and where
North Shore Miniatures Club holds its shows at the Albany Village Community Hall on the North Shore, which is not a short car trip from east Auckland.
The last show was on August 23-24. There are shows later in October, so if you find yourself on the North Shore, it’s well worth a look!
Backgrounds and history
North Shore Miniatures Club was founded around 1983, more than 40 years ago.
It was created by a group of people who were passionate about miniature art.
After generations of imaginative artistry, I could see many remarkable masterpieces.
At the show, I also saw some club members making tiny chairs and tables!
What to see
As I entered the hall, a model of the famous Hogwarts castle came into view. But that was just the beginning.
Famous movie scenes, arm-length streets, and mini houses whose opening doors revealed the secrets inside dotted that whole place!
Many of the buildings have tiny lights and sounds, which bring them to life. What you can imagine, you can see there!
Final thoughts
As I walked out of the hall, I wondered: “How is it possible to create this?”
Behind the scenes are hours of hard work, dedication, and imagination.
Even if you are not remotely interested in miniature objects, it should still be a worthy visit. I hope you enjoy the show!
- Kingsley Lai is in year 7 at Somerville Intermediate School
