Call For Proposals
Second round dates: To be announced
This event has been postponed! Hamish and Leonard will present a lively conversation around Kurt Von Meier and the current exhibition and Leonard's book Strangers Arrive, which will available to purchase and sign. Saturday 20 May, 3pm. This is a free event however bookings are essential as seating is limited. ph: 09 372 9907 email info@waihekeartgallery.org.nz
We would love you to join us for a very special dinner at the Waiheke Community Art Gallery to raise funds for renovations. Dinner will be catered by the wonderful Anthony McNamara accompanied by a special selection of Waiheke wines. Seating is limited so in order to secure your place please RSVP by emailing director@waihekeartgallery.org.nz We are looking forward to sharing this evening with you.
Hamish Coney, curator of A Graphic Reminder - Kurt Von Meier's Elam 1962/64 will present a Gallery Talk at 2pm Sunday 2 April - All Welcome! This exhibition features a selection of works from the Kurt von Meier Collection including early studies by Pat Hanly, Gretchen Albrecht, Michael Illingworth, Pauline Thompson, Geoff Thornley and Robert Ellis. The collection was acquired during the early 1960’s–the period von Meier was posted to Elam School of Fine Arts as Senior Lecturer in Art History. Gifted ...
The Wonderful Waiheke House Tour is on Wednesday 15th March 2023. Proudly presented by New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty and sponsored by ALL MANOR of home improvement and The Tank and Pump Shop. Enjoy this unique day of art and architecture with a backdrop of stunning Waiheke Island views. Each home in the tour is unique, with its own distinct character and style. We are excited to offer a range of ticket options, as well as 60 limited edition Goodie Bags. Valued at over $200 ...
Hamish Keith is perhaps best known as a writer on art — especially An Introduction to New Zealand Painting, the 1969 book he wrote with Gordon H Brown, which sparked much debate over its emphasis on the “harsh clarity of New Zealand light”. Keith's long and influential career boasts many notable achievements; as a broadcaster, scriptwriter, graphic designer, arts administrator, and commentator on — and advocate for — the unique culture of Aotearoa. Hamish Keith was awarded an Order of the British Empire in 1981. ...
Join us for this wonderful free event! 'Lantern-making workshop followed by a beach procession' on Saturday 29th October, as part of the Blue Radius exhibition - raising awareness of sea level rise - that was curated recently at Depot Artspace by Laura Donkers https://www.depotartspace.co.nz/event/blue-radius/ A community-led collaboration saw Waiheke's Bianca Ranson and Te Aata Rangimarie Smith’s larger than life carbon stack 'Tuakana Teina' take centre stage as part of this exhibition. This free event will be led by the artist Natanahira Te Pona. All ...
As part of the Artist in Residence Public Programme 2023, you are warmly invited to attend a Gallery Talk by Dr. Leonard Bell. Marti Friedlander: Portraits of the Artists. https://aucklanduniversitypress.co.nz/marti-friedlander-portraits-of-the-artists/ Leonard (Len) Bell taught Art History at the University of Auckland for many years, though has now happily left. His books include The Māori in European Art: A Survey of the representation of the Māori by European artists from the time of Captain Cook to the present day (1980), Colonial Constructs: European Images ...
The Walker & Hall Waiheke Art Award 2022 is proudly sponsored by Walker & Hall in association with The Skin Institute Waiheke, and the Waiheke Community Art Gallery. This is a National Award for two dimensional works in any medium and has a Prize of $10,000 as the Premier Award. The Selector and Judge this year is Evan Woodruff, artist, collector, sponsor, teacher and advocator. Meet the artists and hear the judge talk about his selection process. Tickets $145 Sold Out but please email ...
Julia will give an Artist's Talk and an audio visual presentation about her intriguing project: Lyttelton Redux Sunday 18 September 2pm - All Welcome! Lyttelton Redux is an original project by artist Julia Holden, created to assist the Lyttelton Museum in its efforts at maintaining visibility in their community while the museum continues to operate without a physical building or exhibition space following the Christchurch earthquakes of 2011. In a series of 23 portraits current Lyttelton locals are recreated as notable historical and everyday figures from Lyttelton’s rich past. The ...
Friday 03 June 6pm Tickets $45. Finalists and partners complimentary. Presented by Perpetual Guardian in association with Te Motu Vineyard and the Waiheke Community Art Gallery, the Small Sculpture Prize is a national award for an original free standing or wall sculpture up to 800mm in any direction. The selector and judge this year is Dr.Kriselle Baker, fine art specialist, writer and publisher. The premiere prize is $3000 and a merit prize of $1500. Join us to celebrate the finalists and winners of this years ...