Big sea, Small waves
Guy Howard-Smith
15 February - 5 April 2025
A rich food history, unique patois, and semi mythical origin stories of European ancestors are commonalities many Anglo-Indian families share. This exhibition aims to build on, and celebrate Anglo-Indian traditions, touching on ideas of nationhood and belonging which reach beyond the community.
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HELLENIC
Sofia Athineou
15 February - 5 April 2025
This exhibition explores the essence of Hellenic identity, weaving together histories, mythology, and the lived experiences of Sofia Athineou as a Greek woman. From the rugged mountains to the endless seas, from ancient democracy to modern voices, these glass works embody the enduring spirit of Hellas.
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Queers & Wares OUT WEST
Sat 22 Feb 2025 11:00AM - 3:00PM
Due to popular demand, Queers & Wares; the crafty offshoot of Olivia Coupe's QUEER AF is launching out West! Join us 22nd February for a market like no other - a celebration of artistry, community, and local talent.
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Printed Putiputi
With Penny Howard and Jean Stewart
Sat 8 Mar 2025 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Join us in Henderson's Catherine St Plaza for a free vibrant and creative community print workshop! Inspired by the beauty of Aotearoa's flora and traditional kowhaiwhai patterns, we'll guide you through the process of creating stunning foam board prints.
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Plaster Scene Relief Making
With Sofia Athineou
Sat 8 Mar 2025 10:00AM - 11:30AM
Children: 8 - 12
Hosted by our resident glass artist Sofia Athineou, you will be taught how to make a relief scene made from plaster by pressing natural and found objects into clay.
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Artist Kōrero
With Sofia Athineou
Sat 8 Mar 2025 12:30PM - 1:30PM
Join us as we hear about a unique glass exhibition that investigates themes of history, heritage and connection through the work of Greek artist Sofia Athineou.
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Introduction to Experimental Printmaking
With Julie Moselen
Weekly on Tuesday, 6:30 - 9:00PM
From 18 Feb - 25 Mar
Adults: 18+
In this relaxed and fun weekly evening class, you will create a body of work using a variety of printmaking techniques, including monoprint, collagraph, and relief printing.
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Painting and Sketching in Nature
With Verity Kindleysides
Weekly on Wednesday, 10:00AM - 12:30PM
From 19 Feb - 26 Mar
Adults: 18+
FULLY BOOKED
Whether you’re just beginning your artistic journey or an experienced painter seeking a supportive and inspiring studio environment, this 6-week acrylic painting and sketching course is designed to ignite your creativity and deepen your skills.
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Abstract Adventures
With James Lawrence
Weekly on Thursday, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
From 13 Feb - 3 Apr
Adults: 25+
FULLY BOOKED
This regular eight-week term class with artist James Lawrence, explores abstract painting concepts and techniques utilising acrylic paints, gels, and additives. Demonstrations and discussions will cover colour, form and composition as each week is filled with discovery and painting adventures.
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Painted Thursdays
With Verity Kindleysides
Weekly on Thursday, 6:30 - 9:00PM
From 20 Feb - 27 Mar
Adults: 18+
FULLY BOOKED
This weekly acrylic painting course is designed for the novice beginning their visual journey and the experienced painter wanting a safe and encouraging studio space. The 6-week evening workshop series looks at ideal set-ups, materials, and the impact of medium, painting styles, composition, brush, and application techniques in acrylic.
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Embroidered Upcycling: Ferns & Leaves
With Lina Castro
Sat 22 Mar 2025 10:00AM - 1:30PM
Adults: 18+
Join us during EcoFest 2025 for a creative and inspiring one-day workshop where you'll discover the art of contemporary embroidery and transform a cap or other piece of clothing into an upcycled wearable masterpiece, featuring beautiful leaf and fern motifs.
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Foam Block Printing
With Rowena Rooney
Mon 14 Apr 2025 10:00AM - 2:30PM
Children: 6 - 12
In this colourful school holiday workshop we’ll explore repetitive motif and freestyle pattern-making on a large series of card with experienced educator and artist Rowena Rooney.
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Penguin Party!
With Stephanie Thatcher
Tue 15 Apr 2025 10:00AM - 2:30PM
Children: 6 - 12
Get ready for a fun day filled with clay, paint, craft and penguins these school holidays! Join children's book illustrator Stephanie Thatcher and create your very own three-dimensional penguin friend and its icy habitat.
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Scenes of the Moana
With Eloiza Montaña
Wed 16 Apr 2025 10:00AM - 2:30PM
Children: 6 - 12
By moulding and sculpting colourful polymer clay, in this school holiday workshop you will create small scale jewellery elements, inspired by sea-scapes, the moana, and the water-loving creatures around us.
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