Modern Women: Flight of TimeModern Women: Flight of Time highlights the leading role women artists have played in shaping the development of modern art in Aotearoa New Zealand through seizing control of their own representation.
Spanning a period of roughly 50 years, from 1920 to 1970, the exhibition mixes paintings, prints, sculptures, and textiles from public and private collections across Aotearoa New Zealand, to reveal new connections between artists, along with previously hidden themes, while revelling in the theatre of modern art.
He Kapuka Oneone – A Handful of SoilExploring the relationship between tākata and whenua – people and land – through Aotearoa New Zealand’s art history.
This expansive and unmissable exhibition explores the fundamental role whenua plays in the visual language and identity of Aotearoa. Acknowledging Māori as takata whenua, the first peoples to call this land home, themes of kaitiakitaka, colonisation, environmentalism, land use, migration, identity and belonging are considered through collection works, new acquisitions and exciting commissions.
Toi KoruToi Koru presents the first major survey exhibition of paintings by the Māori master of colour and kōwhaiwhai, Dr Sandy Adsett.Featuring paintings created over six decades, Toi Koru tracks the trajectory of Adsett’s painting practice from the late 1960s to today. The exhibition features artworks from major public collections, including the National Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, as well as a new series of paintings created especially for the exhibition.
Developed and toured by Pātaka Art + Museum.
RangiruaRangirua presents two takes on the two-person exhibition. The show features two artist pairings, bringing together works by Neke Moa and Rowan Panther, as well as Gabrielle Amodeo and Martin Thompson
Taku HoeThe Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) is the premier Indigenous arts and culture event in Te Moana Nui a Kiwa. The festival brings together over 2,500 artists and practitioners, representing 28 countries and territories from the Pacific.
In June 2024, a delegation from Aotearoa New Zealand participated in the 13th FestPAC in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Together, the artists presented the exhibition Taku Hoe, using the theme of voyaging to celebrate connections between people across Te Moana Nui a Kiwa (the Pacific Ocean). Pātaka is pleased to re-present a selection of work from Taku Hoe back in Aotearoa, where the ongoing connections between Aotearoa and our region are reaffirmed and celebrated.
DigiRadiance: GOLD_LEAD_WOOD _COALDigiRadiance: GOLD_LEAD_WOOD_COAL presents a newly commissioned, multi-channel video installation. GOLD_LEAD_WOOD_COAL engages in a fictional work based on the moving story of SS Ventnor. The vessel had been en route with the remains of Chinese gold-diggers from New Zealand’s South Island to Hong Kong and Canton; however, it tragically sank passing New Zealand's North Island, close to a Māori settlement. The Māori inhabitants gathered the remains of the Chinese and buried them according to their local customs. Taking this historic tragedy as a starting point in her speculative tale, the artist explores questions around foreign labour, longing, and displacement.
The Man Who Lived Between Sunset and MoonriseSince the late 1990s, Reuben Paterson has emerged as an artist of remarkable curiosity and depth, using glitter to illuminate the probing frontiers of our world and expand the possibilities for reimagination and interpretation. His paintings and sculptures traverse both the natural and supernatural realms, exploring identity, culture, and the intricate connections that transcend binary thinking. In his latest body of work, The Man Who Lived Between Sunset and Moonrise, Paterson delves into the delicate relationship between the natural world and its potential collapse, framing it as a personal, cultural, and political concern. The title itself evokes the crepuscular hours—the fleeting moments between sunset and moonrise—when the earth shifts, and creatures that thrive in twilight emerge. This transitional period serves as a metaphor for the precarious balance we face in the era of climate change, reflecting the delicate interplay between tides, ecosystems, and human impact.
-Dina Jezdić
Invisible Ties | Group ExhibitionFor an artist, connection with other creatives can be vital in how they define, understand, and interpret their artistic practice-within their immediate communities, culture, and the wider world. Invisible Ties reflects on the often-unseen relationships and connections between artists and of their encouragement and support towards one another. This exhibition is a celebration of human connection, acknowledging that art is far more than the visible finished artwork.
Turumeke HarringtonJoin us at 5:30 pm on Friday, 8 November 2024, at 37 Moutoa Quay, Whanganui, for the official opening of our first exhibition post-launch, featuring new work by Turumeke Harrington [Kāi Tahu, Rangitāne].
Whenua Whatu: Māori Ceramics from The Dowse CollectionThis exhibition highlights a selection of uku (clay) works in the Dowse collection by nine Māori artists; Paerau Corneal, Davina Duke, Stevei Houkāmau, Tracy Keith, Manos Nathan, Hana Rakena, Baye Riddell, Aaron Scythe, and Wi Taepa.
The title Whenua Whatu describes the weaving together of connections and whakapapa (lineage) that is such an integral element of toi Māori (Māori arts). From its grounding as a movement in the mid-1980s with the establishment of Ngā Kaihanga Uku - Māori Clay Artist Collective, uku practice has continued to grow and evolve over the intervening decades reflecting the changing social, cultural and political environment of Aotearoa.
Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery OpeningLearn more about Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, originally opened in 1919 following the generous bequest of Henry Sarjeant, and its new wing Te Pātaka o Tā Te Atawhai Archie John Taiaroa, honouring kaumātua Tā Archie Taiaroa. Take part in talks exploring his pursuit of recognition for the mana of the Awa and his iwi. You’ll also hear from the designers and architects behind the redevelopment, including the co-design process that brought this new wing to life.
Nō Konei | From HereThis generous opening programme features over 200 artworks, spanning four centuries of European and New Zealand art history. Displayed across the breadth of the gallery’s newly expanded exhibition spaces, works will range from traditional gilt-framed paintings to contemporary practice in a variety of media.
Nō Konei | From Here includes pieces that reflect the breadth of the diverse and nationally significant Collection of Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, alongside newly commissioned works by artists with a strong connection to the region. 105 years since the gallery first opened and, after a ten year hiatus from operation at Pukenamu Queen’s Park.
Kua Takoto Te Mānuka: An Exploration of ChallengeThe Māori proverb Kua Takoto te Mānuka serves as a powerful metaphor for the challenges we face as a nation. It directly translates to “the mānuka has been laid”, however it speaks of the wero (challenge) as part of the powhiri process when welcoming manuhiri on to the marae and is symbolic of courage and intention. During the wero, the manuka branch is laid upon the ground before the manuhiri (visitors). The manner in which the mānuka branch is picked up by the manuhiri signifies the intent of the manuhiri - whether they come in peace… or otherwise.
Kua Takoto te Mānuka, invites us to contemplate the challenges that have shaped our recent history. The past year has witnessed a seismic shift in the political landscape, a dismantling of progress made in promoting te reo Māori and fostering Māori development. These changes have presented significant obstacles, requiring resilience, determination, and a renewed commitment to our shared future.
The artists featured in this exhibition have responded to these challenges with creativity and insight. Their works explore the complexities of our current situation, from the personal to the political. Through a variety of mediums, they invite us to reflect on our collective journey, to consider the lessons learned, and to envision a path forward.
Kua Takoto te Mānuka is more than just an exhibition; it is a call to action. It is an invitation to engage with the challenges of our time and to rise to the occasion. Let us embrace the spirit of the mānuka branch, a symbol of resilience and determination, and work together to build a more equitable and just society.
Portage Ceramic Awards 2024The Portage Ceramic Awards is Aotearoa’s best-known annual survey of contemporary ceramics. The exhibition of finalist works provides a vital platform for showcasing the diversity of contemporary clay practices in this country.
He Pānui: Te Ara HihikoOperating at the intersections of art, design, architecture and craft, Te Ara Hihiko “the creative pathway” is the work of Jacob Scott (Ngāti Raukawa, Te Arawa, Ngāti Kahungunu, Te Āti Awa) and Jason Kendrick. This exhibition explores knowledge, past practices, and ways of doing things, to solve problems and find answers activating the creative spirit.
📸Te Ara Hihiko Projects, Tuakana - Teina, 2024. Photo: Courtesy of the artists.
Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award ExhibitionThe Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award provides emerging Māori artists with the opportunity to showcase their talents on the national stage, while also playing an important role in recording and celebrating tūpuna and their stories.
Artist kōrero with Peter Simpson & Peter RobinsonArtist Peter Simpson (Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato-Tainui, Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāti Tamaterā, and Pākehā, Aotearoa),in conversation with artist and Associate Professor Peter Robinson. They will discuss Simpson’s newly commissioned work I am free because of an open plan kitchen (2024) in situ, while delving into the similarities across both of their respective practices.
The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary ArtSeventy artists, collectives and projects from more than 30 countries will feature in the eleventh chapter of the flagship Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) exhibition series, the Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art.
Bringing compelling new art to Brisbane, the Triennial is a gateway to the rapidly evolving artistic expression of Australia, Asia and the Pacific. Alongside artists and makers whose work has not been previously seen in Australia are a raft of new co-curated projects investigating artforms and cultural contexts rarely encountered outside their home localities.
Wharenui Harikoa Made from 5000 balls of brightly-coloured yarn and crotcheted by hand, this full size wharenui (Māori meeting house) has been wowing audiences across Aotearoa. Now Christchurch audiences can experience this unique fusion of traditional whakairo (carving) patterns and neon wool.
Artists Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole spent three years making Wharenui Harikoa, which translates to ‘House of Joy’. The monumental task of creating this neon-coloured wharenui began with a simple crochet hook and a clutch of eye-catching yarn.
For Lissy and Rudi it is more than just an art installation – it's a manifestation of their dreams, identity, and the love they have for each other and their people.
“This project is a tribute to our tūpuna (ancestors), a celebration of our culture, and a testament to the healing power of art.
“The wharenui embodies our vision of manifesting intergenerational healing and deeply felt joy.
“We aim to connect cultures, heal hearts, and spread joy – one loop, one stitch, one community at a time.”
Turumeke HarringtonTurumeke Harrington's work engages with ideas of whakapapa, materiality, and space through the construction of large-scale sculptural installations which sit at the intersection of fine art and spatial design. With her characteristically bright, geometric forms, Harrington creates environments which are both playful and provocative.
Modern Women: Flight of TimeModern Women: Flight of Time highlights the leading role women artists have played in shaping the development of modern art in Aotearoa New Zealand through seizing control of their own representation.
Spanning a period of roughly 50 years, from 1920 to 1970, the exhibition mixes paintings, prints, sculptures, and textiles from public and private collections across Aotearoa New Zealand, to reveal new connections between artists, along with previously hidden themes, while revelling in the theatre of modern art.
He Kapuka Oneone – A Handful of SoilExploring the relationship between tākata and whenua – people and land – through Aotearoa New Zealand’s art history.
This expansive and unmissable exhibition explores the fundamental role whenua plays in the visual language and identity of Aotearoa. Acknowledging Māori as takata whenua, the first peoples to call this land home, themes of kaitiakitaka, colonisation, environmentalism, land use, migration, identity and belonging are considered through collection works, new acquisitions and exciting commissions.
Toi KoruToi Koru presents the first major survey exhibition of paintings by the Māori master of colour and kōwhaiwhai, Dr Sandy Adsett.Featuring paintings created over six decades, Toi Koru tracks the trajectory of Adsett’s painting practice from the late 1960s to today. The exhibition features artworks from major public collections, including the National Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, as well as a new series of paintings created especially for the exhibition.
Developed and toured by Pātaka Art + Museum.
RangiruaRangirua presents two takes on the two-person exhibition. The show features two artist pairings, bringing together works by Neke Moa and Rowan Panther, as well as Gabrielle Amodeo and Martin Thompson
Taku HoeThe Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) is the premier Indigenous arts and culture event in Te Moana Nui a Kiwa. The festival brings together over 2,500 artists and practitioners, representing 28 countries and territories from the Pacific.
In June 2024, a delegation from Aotearoa New Zealand participated in the 13th FestPAC in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Together, the artists presented the exhibition Taku Hoe, using the theme of voyaging to celebrate connections between people across Te Moana Nui a Kiwa (the Pacific Ocean). Pātaka is pleased to re-present a selection of work from Taku Hoe back in Aotearoa, where the ongoing connections between Aotearoa and our region are reaffirmed and celebrated.
DigiRadiance: GOLD_LEAD_WOOD _COALDigiRadiance: GOLD_LEAD_WOOD_COAL presents a newly commissioned, multi-channel video installation. GOLD_LEAD_WOOD_COAL engages in a fictional work based on the moving story of SS Ventnor. The vessel had been en route with the remains of Chinese gold-diggers from New Zealand’s South Island to Hong Kong and Canton; however, it tragically sank passing New Zealand's North Island, close to a Māori settlement. The Māori inhabitants gathered the remains of the Chinese and buried them according to their local customs. Taking this historic tragedy as a starting point in her speculative tale, the artist explores questions around foreign labour, longing, and displacement.
The Man Who Lived Between Sunset and MoonriseSince the late 1990s, Reuben Paterson has emerged as an artist of remarkable curiosity and depth, using glitter to illuminate the probing frontiers of our world and expand the possibilities for reimagination and interpretation. His paintings and sculptures traverse both the natural and supernatural realms, exploring identity, culture, and the intricate connections that transcend binary thinking. In his latest body of work, The Man Who Lived Between Sunset and Moonrise, Paterson delves into the delicate relationship between the natural world and its potential collapse, framing it as a personal, cultural, and political concern. The title itself evokes the crepuscular hours—the fleeting moments between sunset and moonrise—when the earth shifts, and creatures that thrive in twilight emerge. This transitional period serves as a metaphor for the precarious balance we face in the era of climate change, reflecting the delicate interplay between tides, ecosystems, and human impact.
-Dina Jezdić
Invisible Ties | Group ExhibitionFor an artist, connection with other creatives can be vital in how they define, understand, and interpret their artistic practice-within their immediate communities, culture, and the wider world. Invisible Ties reflects on the often-unseen relationships and connections between artists and of their encouragement and support towards one another. This exhibition is a celebration of human connection, acknowledging that art is far more than the visible finished artwork.
Turumeke HarringtonJoin us at 5:30 pm on Friday, 8 November 2024, at 37 Moutoa Quay, Whanganui, for the official opening of our first exhibition post-launch, featuring new work by Turumeke Harrington [Kāi Tahu, Rangitāne].
Whenua Whatu: Māori Ceramics from The Dowse CollectionThis exhibition highlights a selection of uku (clay) works in the Dowse collection by nine Māori artists; Paerau Corneal, Davina Duke, Stevei Houkāmau, Tracy Keith, Manos Nathan, Hana Rakena, Baye Riddell, Aaron Scythe, and Wi Taepa.
The title Whenua Whatu describes the weaving together of connections and whakapapa (lineage) that is such an integral element of toi Māori (Māori arts). From its grounding as a movement in the mid-1980s with the establishment of Ngā Kaihanga Uku - Māori Clay Artist Collective, uku practice has continued to grow and evolve over the intervening decades reflecting the changing social, cultural and political environment of Aotearoa.
Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery OpeningLearn more about Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, originally opened in 1919 following the generous bequest of Henry Sarjeant, and its new wing Te Pātaka o Tā Te Atawhai Archie John Taiaroa, honouring kaumātua Tā Archie Taiaroa. Take part in talks exploring his pursuit of recognition for the mana of the Awa and his iwi. You’ll also hear from the designers and architects behind the redevelopment, including the co-design process that brought this new wing to life.
Nō Konei | From HereThis generous opening programme features over 200 artworks, spanning four centuries of European and New Zealand art history. Displayed across the breadth of the gallery’s newly expanded exhibition spaces, works will range from traditional gilt-framed paintings to contemporary practice in a variety of media.
Nō Konei | From Here includes pieces that reflect the breadth of the diverse and nationally significant Collection of Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, alongside newly commissioned works by artists with a strong connection to the region. 105 years since the gallery first opened and, after a ten year hiatus from operation at Pukenamu Queen’s Park.
Kua Takoto Te Mānuka: An Exploration of ChallengeThe Māori proverb Kua Takoto te Mānuka serves as a powerful metaphor for the challenges we face as a nation. It directly translates to “the mānuka has been laid”, however it speaks of the wero (challenge) as part of the powhiri process when welcoming manuhiri on to the marae and is symbolic of courage and intention. During the wero, the manuka branch is laid upon the ground before the manuhiri (visitors). The manner in which the mānuka branch is picked up by the manuhiri signifies the intent of the manuhiri - whether they come in peace… or otherwise.
Kua Takoto te Mānuka, invites us to contemplate the challenges that have shaped our recent history. The past year has witnessed a seismic shift in the political landscape, a dismantling of progress made in promoting te reo Māori and fostering Māori development. These changes have presented significant obstacles, requiring resilience, determination, and a renewed commitment to our shared future.
The artists featured in this exhibition have responded to these challenges with creativity and insight. Their works explore the complexities of our current situation, from the personal to the political. Through a variety of mediums, they invite us to reflect on our collective journey, to consider the lessons learned, and to envision a path forward.
Kua Takoto te Mānuka is more than just an exhibition; it is a call to action. It is an invitation to engage with the challenges of our time and to rise to the occasion. Let us embrace the spirit of the mānuka branch, a symbol of resilience and determination, and work together to build a more equitable and just society.
Portage Ceramic Awards 2024The Portage Ceramic Awards is Aotearoa’s best-known annual survey of contemporary ceramics. The exhibition of finalist works provides a vital platform for showcasing the diversity of contemporary clay practices in this country.
He Pānui: Te Ara HihikoOperating at the intersections of art, design, architecture and craft, Te Ara Hihiko “the creative pathway” is the work of Jacob Scott (Ngāti Raukawa, Te Arawa, Ngāti Kahungunu, Te Āti Awa) and Jason Kendrick. This exhibition explores knowledge, past practices, and ways of doing things, to solve problems and find answers activating the creative spirit.
📸Te Ara Hihiko Projects, Tuakana - Teina, 2024. Photo: Courtesy of the artists.
Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award ExhibitionThe Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award provides emerging Māori artists with the opportunity to showcase their talents on the national stage, while also playing an important role in recording and celebrating tūpuna and their stories.
Artist kōrero with Peter Simpson & Peter RobinsonArtist Peter Simpson (Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato-Tainui, Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāti Tamaterā, and Pākehā, Aotearoa),in conversation with artist and Associate Professor Peter Robinson. They will discuss Simpson’s newly commissioned work I am free because of an open plan kitchen (2024) in situ, while delving into the similarities across both of their respective practices.
The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary ArtSeventy artists, collectives and projects from more than 30 countries will feature in the eleventh chapter of the flagship Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) exhibition series, the Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art.
Bringing compelling new art to Brisbane, the Triennial is a gateway to the rapidly evolving artistic expression of Australia, Asia and the Pacific. Alongside artists and makers whose work has not been previously seen in Australia are a raft of new co-curated projects investigating artforms and cultural contexts rarely encountered outside their home localities.
Wharenui Harikoa Made from 5000 balls of brightly-coloured yarn and crotcheted by hand, this full size wharenui (Māori meeting house) has been wowing audiences across Aotearoa. Now Christchurch audiences can experience this unique fusion of traditional whakairo (carving) patterns and neon wool.
Artists Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole spent three years making Wharenui Harikoa, which translates to ‘House of Joy’. The monumental task of creating this neon-coloured wharenui began with a simple crochet hook and a clutch of eye-catching yarn.
For Lissy and Rudi it is more than just an art installation – it's a manifestation of their dreams, identity, and the love they have for each other and their people.
“This project is a tribute to our tūpuna (ancestors), a celebration of our culture, and a testament to the healing power of art.
“The wharenui embodies our vision of manifesting intergenerational healing and deeply felt joy.
“We aim to connect cultures, heal hearts, and spread joy – one loop, one stitch, one community at a time.”
Turumeke HarringtonTurumeke Harrington's work engages with ideas of whakapapa, materiality, and space through the construction of large-scale sculptural installations which sit at the intersection of fine art and spatial design. With her characteristically bright, geometric forms, Harrington creates environments which are both playful and provocative.
Modern Women: Flight of TimeModern Women: Flight of Time highlights the leading role women artists have played in shaping the development of modern art in Aotearoa New Zealand through seizing control of their own representation.
Spanning a period of roughly 50 years, from 1920 to 1970, the exhibition mixes paintings, prints, sculptures, and textiles from public and private collections across Aotearoa New Zealand, to reveal new connections between artists, along with previously hidden themes, while revelling in the theatre of modern art.
He Kapuka Oneone – A Handful of SoilExploring the relationship between tākata and whenua – people and land – through Aotearoa New Zealand’s art history.
This expansive and unmissable exhibition explores the fundamental role whenua plays in the visual language and identity of Aotearoa. Acknowledging Māori as takata whenua, the first peoples to call this land home, themes of kaitiakitaka, colonisation, environmentalism, land use, migration, identity and belonging are considered through collection works, new acquisitions and exciting commissions.
Toi KoruToi Koru presents the first major survey exhibition of paintings by the Māori master of colour and kōwhaiwhai, Dr Sandy Adsett.Featuring paintings created over six decades, Toi Koru tracks the trajectory of Adsett’s painting practice from the late 1960s to today. The exhibition features artworks from major public collections, including the National Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, as well as a new series of paintings created especially for the exhibition.
Developed and toured by Pātaka Art + Museum.
RangiruaRangirua presents two takes on the two-person exhibition. The show features two artist pairings, bringing together works by Neke Moa and Rowan Panther, as well as Gabrielle Amodeo and Martin Thompson
Taku HoeThe Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) is the premier Indigenous arts and culture event in Te Moana Nui a Kiwa. The festival brings together over 2,500 artists and practitioners, representing 28 countries and territories from the Pacific.
In June 2024, a delegation from Aotearoa New Zealand participated in the 13th FestPAC in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Together, the artists presented the exhibition Taku Hoe, using the theme of voyaging to celebrate connections between people across Te Moana Nui a Kiwa (the Pacific Ocean). Pātaka is pleased to re-present a selection of work from Taku Hoe back in Aotearoa, where the ongoing connections between Aotearoa and our region are reaffirmed and celebrated.
DigiRadiance: GOLD_LEAD_WOOD _COALDigiRadiance: GOLD_LEAD_WOOD_COAL presents a newly commissioned, multi-channel video installation. GOLD_LEAD_WOOD_COAL engages in a fictional work based on the moving story of SS Ventnor. The vessel had been en route with the remains of Chinese gold-diggers from New Zealand’s South Island to Hong Kong and Canton; however, it tragically sank passing New Zealand's North Island, close to a Māori settlement. The Māori inhabitants gathered the remains of the Chinese and buried them according to their local customs. Taking this historic tragedy as a starting point in her speculative tale, the artist explores questions around foreign labour, longing, and displacement.
The Man Who Lived Between Sunset and MoonriseSince the late 1990s, Reuben Paterson has emerged as an artist of remarkable curiosity and depth, using glitter to illuminate the probing frontiers of our world and expand the possibilities for reimagination and interpretation. His paintings and sculptures traverse both the natural and supernatural realms, exploring identity, culture, and the intricate connections that transcend binary thinking. In his latest body of work, The Man Who Lived Between Sunset and Moonrise, Paterson delves into the delicate relationship between the natural world and its potential collapse, framing it as a personal, cultural, and political concern. The title itself evokes the crepuscular hours—the fleeting moments between sunset and moonrise—when the earth shifts, and creatures that thrive in twilight emerge. This transitional period serves as a metaphor for the precarious balance we face in the era of climate change, reflecting the delicate interplay between tides, ecosystems, and human impact.
-Dina Jezdić
Invisible Ties | Group ExhibitionFor an artist, connection with other creatives can be vital in how they define, understand, and interpret their artistic practice-within their immediate communities, culture, and the wider world. Invisible Ties reflects on the often-unseen relationships and connections between artists and of their encouragement and support towards one another. This exhibition is a celebration of human connection, acknowledging that art is far more than the visible finished artwork.
Turumeke HarringtonJoin us at 5:30 pm on Friday, 8 November 2024, at 37 Moutoa Quay, Whanganui, for the official opening of our first exhibition post-launch, featuring new work by Turumeke Harrington [Kāi Tahu, Rangitāne].
Whenua Whatu: Māori Ceramics from The Dowse CollectionThis exhibition highlights a selection of uku (clay) works in the Dowse collection by nine Māori artists; Paerau Corneal, Davina Duke, Stevei Houkāmau, Tracy Keith, Manos Nathan, Hana Rakena, Baye Riddell, Aaron Scythe, and Wi Taepa.
The title Whenua Whatu describes the weaving together of connections and whakapapa (lineage) that is such an integral element of toi Māori (Māori arts). From its grounding as a movement in the mid-1980s with the establishment of Ngā Kaihanga Uku - Māori Clay Artist Collective, uku practice has continued to grow and evolve over the intervening decades reflecting the changing social, cultural and political environment of Aotearoa.
Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery OpeningLearn more about Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, originally opened in 1919 following the generous bequest of Henry Sarjeant, and its new wing Te Pātaka o Tā Te Atawhai Archie John Taiaroa, honouring kaumātua Tā Archie Taiaroa. Take part in talks exploring his pursuit of recognition for the mana of the Awa and his iwi. You’ll also hear from the designers and architects behind the redevelopment, including the co-design process that brought this new wing to life.
Nō Konei | From HereThis generous opening programme features over 200 artworks, spanning four centuries of European and New Zealand art history. Displayed across the breadth of the gallery’s newly expanded exhibition spaces, works will range from traditional gilt-framed paintings to contemporary practice in a variety of media.
Nō Konei | From Here includes pieces that reflect the breadth of the diverse and nationally significant Collection of Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, alongside newly commissioned works by artists with a strong connection to the region. 105 years since the gallery first opened and, after a ten year hiatus from operation at Pukenamu Queen’s Park.
Kua Takoto Te Mānuka: An Exploration of ChallengeThe Māori proverb Kua Takoto te Mānuka serves as a powerful metaphor for the challenges we face as a nation. It directly translates to “the mānuka has been laid”, however it speaks of the wero (challenge) as part of the powhiri process when welcoming manuhiri on to the marae and is symbolic of courage and intention. During the wero, the manuka branch is laid upon the ground before the manuhiri (visitors). The manner in which the mānuka branch is picked up by the manuhiri signifies the intent of the manuhiri - whether they come in peace… or otherwise.
Kua Takoto te Mānuka, invites us to contemplate the challenges that have shaped our recent history. The past year has witnessed a seismic shift in the political landscape, a dismantling of progress made in promoting te reo Māori and fostering Māori development. These changes have presented significant obstacles, requiring resilience, determination, and a renewed commitment to our shared future.
The artists featured in this exhibition have responded to these challenges with creativity and insight. Their works explore the complexities of our current situation, from the personal to the political. Through a variety of mediums, they invite us to reflect on our collective journey, to consider the lessons learned, and to envision a path forward.
Kua Takoto te Mānuka is more than just an exhibition; it is a call to action. It is an invitation to engage with the challenges of our time and to rise to the occasion. Let us embrace the spirit of the mānuka branch, a symbol of resilience and determination, and work together to build a more equitable and just society.
Portage Ceramic Awards 2024The Portage Ceramic Awards is Aotearoa’s best-known annual survey of contemporary ceramics. The exhibition of finalist works provides a vital platform for showcasing the diversity of contemporary clay practices in this country.
He Pānui: Te Ara HihikoOperating at the intersections of art, design, architecture and craft, Te Ara Hihiko “the creative pathway” is the work of Jacob Scott (Ngāti Raukawa, Te Arawa, Ngāti Kahungunu, Te Āti Awa) and Jason Kendrick. This exhibition explores knowledge, past practices, and ways of doing things, to solve problems and find answers activating the creative spirit.
📸Te Ara Hihiko Projects, Tuakana - Teina, 2024. Photo: Courtesy of the artists.
Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award ExhibitionThe Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award provides emerging Māori artists with the opportunity to showcase their talents on the national stage, while also playing an important role in recording and celebrating tūpuna and their stories.
Artist kōrero with Peter Simpson & Peter RobinsonArtist Peter Simpson (Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato-Tainui, Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāti Tamaterā, and Pākehā, Aotearoa),in conversation with artist and Associate Professor Peter Robinson. They will discuss Simpson’s newly commissioned work I am free because of an open plan kitchen (2024) in situ, while delving into the similarities across both of their respective practices.
The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary ArtSeventy artists, collectives and projects from more than 30 countries will feature in the eleventh chapter of the flagship Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) exhibition series, the Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art.
Bringing compelling new art to Brisbane, the Triennial is a gateway to the rapidly evolving artistic expression of Australia, Asia and the Pacific. Alongside artists and makers whose work has not been previously seen in Australia are a raft of new co-curated projects investigating artforms and cultural contexts rarely encountered outside their home localities.
Wharenui Harikoa Made from 5000 balls of brightly-coloured yarn and crotcheted by hand, this full size wharenui (Māori meeting house) has been wowing audiences across Aotearoa. Now Christchurch audiences can experience this unique fusion of traditional whakairo (carving) patterns and neon wool.
Artists Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole spent three years making Wharenui Harikoa, which translates to ‘House of Joy’. The monumental task of creating this neon-coloured wharenui began with a simple crochet hook and a clutch of eye-catching yarn.
For Lissy and Rudi it is more than just an art installation – it's a manifestation of their dreams, identity, and the love they have for each other and their people.
“This project is a tribute to our tūpuna (ancestors), a celebration of our culture, and a testament to the healing power of art.
“The wharenui embodies our vision of manifesting intergenerational healing and deeply felt joy.
“We aim to connect cultures, heal hearts, and spread joy – one loop, one stitch, one community at a time.”
Turumeke HarringtonTurumeke Harrington's work engages with ideas of whakapapa, materiality, and space through the construction of large-scale sculptural installations which sit at the intersection of fine art and spatial design. With her characteristically bright, geometric forms, Harrington creates environments which are both playful and provocative.
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