THE TEMPLE Kea Arts specializes in visionary canvas paintings, working with acrylics. Inspired by her travels, nature and philosophy. Additionally, Kea offers traditional hand-poke tattoo. It is her intention to bring back the significance and sacredness of this ancient art form through co-creation, storytelling, and creating personal, positive relationships in a safe and warm environment. …
WAIKERI SCULPTURE STUDIO Taimoana Meuli Working in the sculpture realms for 28 years Taimoana says his inspiration comes from the importance he places on connecting with nature, and valuing and respecting the physical environment, it is humbling and gratifying to shape and redefine stone, metals, wood and Pounamu captivating its natural beauty while allowing…
CLARE WIMMER @ POT WITH CLARE Clare attended the Maine College of Art in the USA for ceramics and later embarked on a journey around the world as a potter. After settling in New Zealand, she completed a Ceramic Art Diploma at the Dunedin School of Art. Clare is a passionate potter who has been…
SHIRLEY PEARSON AT THE TOWNHOUSE GALLERY Shirley is a visual artist who paints in both oil and acrylic mediums. Each painting is vibrant and detailed. Her large floral paintings convey the beauty which we find within flowers. To achieve this detail, she initially takes photos which inspire the composition. Studying in both New Zealand and Canada,…
ANNABEL NESBITT I started painting and selling works 30 years ago whilst raising my children on Great Barrier Island. After moving to the mainland in 2022, I then held solo and joint exhibitions in and around Auckland and Coromandel at various galleries. Examples of my work can be viewed on my Facebook page ‘Annabel Nesbitt…
JEANNINE FRIEDRICH AT TITIRO MAI STUDIO Jeannine Friedrich, originally from Berlin, Germany, has enriched New Zealand’s art scene first in Auckland for the last decade and most recently in Raglan. Her striking abstract paintings, known for their large scale and vibrant use of color, explore the depth of wild mark-making and the complexities achievable with…
AN INSTALLATION BY SIMON DICKEY Annoyed with a comment about his drawing ability from an illustration tutor at AUT Communication Design School, Simon signed up to a life drawing class with Matthew Browne in 2010 to prove to himself – he can draw. It was the final class of term in 2010 when he conceived…
ELISABETH DENIS Élisabeth Denis (b. 1995 in montreal – Canada) is an interdisciplinary artist known for her work in writing, visual art and filmmaking. Her artistic pursuits delve into relational aesthetics, both journalistic and fiction writing, interactive installations, and art with political and social themes. Her work has garnered recognition in various outlets, including the…
LOESJE DE BREE The process and end result of “Art-making” creates opportunities to connect with Self as well as with others, in a meaningful way… My images depict thoughts, feelings and behaviours of human beings, how I personally (of course) perceive them. They tell stories with a bit of me and a bit of you! …
HILARY CAMPBELL From simple pen outlines and digital work, to more realistic, detailed illustrations and paintings. Hilary’s design and art career stemmed from her love of illustrating. She knew from a very young age that this is her happy place. Hilary runs a successful design business from her home studio in Raglan. She brings a…