Open Studios Waitākere 2023 Preview

Introduction

Make your own way around the listed Open Studios using our Map. Take your car – fill it with friends, ride your bike or tramp it! Enjoy a tour at your own pace by downloading the free Open Studios Waitākere App on your mobile device. The App includes full details on each Open Studio and a ‘live’ GPS interactive map (which doesn’t require Internet access once downloaded). If you are intending to purchase artworks, please take cash.Search for “Auckland Stories” in your app store to download or visit aucklandstories.stqry.app

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1. ANDREW VAN DER PUTTEN

Andrew began his pottery career in Oratia, Titirangi, 48 years ago, and after a decade in Coromandel and 20 years in Grey Lynn, he has have moved back to Titirangi. Andrew makes a full range of domestic earthenware and salt glazed stoneware.

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2. ANNA CRICHTON, KATIE SMITH, LESLEY JENKIN

Anna Crichton is an award-winning illustrator and ceramicist. Books, paper and woodblock prints will be for sale.Katie Smith runs a textile screen-printing practise, Smitten textiles, printing limited edition designs on linen fabric.Lesley Jenkin is a designer who works with repurposed beads, recycled rubber, foam, wood and tagua nuts.

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4. BREE FRASER

Bree is an oil painter, exploring colour and intricate brushwork while trying to convey the personality and individuality of our native birds. Originals and prints available, works in progress as well as finished pieces.

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3. ANNE SHERRIFF

Anne has been screen printing onto textile for nearly 20 years using a traditional printing method. Her printed textiles are made into duvet covers, pillowslips, throws, cushions, and curtains. At the open studio days she will also have for sale tea towels, tablecloths, napkins and travel bags.

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6. DANIEL BLANSHARD

Daniel uses highly crafted stainless steel to create retro reflective works of art. His latest work blends the boundaries of sculpture and painting to create unique wall sculptures.

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10. ELLA SHNAPP

Ella creates earthly functional pots that double as art objects for your home. Her Jewish ancestry has given her a deep appreciation for food as ritual. She creates objects that bring ritual to the everyday. Visitors can view works in progress and there will be limited editions for sale.

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7. DEAN BUCHANAN & RUDI BUCHANAN

Dean has been painting from his home studio in Karekare for the last 30 years. His art reflects his energy, passion and connection to the New Zealand landscape and environment. Rudi is a sculptor and works with copper, bronze and other metals, inspired by New Zealand native flora and fauna.

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5. CHARLOTTE GRAHAM

Contemporary Māori artist Charlotte Graham will be offering an insight into her practice which includes kilnformed studio glass work, prints and paintings. See work in progress for her upcoming 2023 exhibition.

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8. DEREK MARCH

The wetland restoration project Matuku was an outdoor studio for Derek for five months this year while he was painting a mural. He will be showing paintings and sculptures, and visitors will be able to view his work and the completed mural, along with tours of the wetland.

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9. DESMOND BURDON & PAULINE MCCOY

Desmond's latest works are a collaboration of painting, layering of images, and montage of effects. Pauline is an established potter, and teaches pottery at Auckland Studio Potters and Kumeu Arts Centre. Cards, prints and originals available for purchase. Light refreshments offered.

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11. ERICA SORIA

Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Erica shares her culture through her own expression in clay. In her works she aims to light up spaces with sustainable, unique and functional art pieces, handcrafted and consciously created to make this a better world to live in.

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12. GUY CLIFFORD

Guy is a watercolour and graphite artist. The subjects he chooses are for no other reasons than to give pleasure and to celebrate the medium he is working in. Guy looks forward to converting his garage into a gallery and welcoming visitors. Original framed and unframed works for sale.

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13. HELEN DEAN

British born, Titirangi-based artist Helen Dean creates colour rich, multi-layered abstract paintings in her home studio. With a fine art background, Helen has had a regular painting practice since 2016 and shows her work at galleries, paints commissions and sends work around NZ and the world

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17. JUDI CLEMENTS

Judi creates jewellery inspired by the power and magic of nature, the circles of life, the beauty of bone, the mystery of feathers, and the treasure of the sea. All ages are welcome, including young children with adult supervision.

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18. JULIA MARIN

Julia’s work intends to find balance between ‘boldness and understatement’ by creating simple compositions in precious metals for your ears, wrists and fingers. Visitors will see ready-to-buy jewellery pieces, works in progress, and the chance to consult about your bespoke project/remodel.

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14. ISABEL SUTHERLAND

Isabel is the curator of the small Jonesonian Museum where the focus is on preserving memories. This is an installation with an element of performance which will happen randomly across the weekend. Isabel is currently exploring abstract painting, some of which will be available for sale. Parking on the road verge. Toilets at the Huia domain.

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16. JAY LINDEN

Whimsical fairytale etchings and bold oil portraits of birds - a professional artist for more than 25 years, Jay’s art practice spans many mediums. Visit the etching studio for fun character based storytelling, and be inspired by the delicious colour harmonies in her bird and landscape oil paintings. www.jaylinden.co.nz | Instagram: jay linden picturebooks

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19. KARIN URMERSBACH-NIERSBACH

Karin has been working as a glass artist since 1989, including lamp shades, windows, mirrors, sculptures and jewellery. The curvilinear shapes found in nature form the basis for her functional, contemporary glass art. Visitors to Karin’s studio will see her tiffany/copper-foil work being demonstrated.

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20. KATE MCINTYRE

Kate McIntyre works mainly in porcelain using a handcarving technique, inspired by patterns and structures found in nature. Kate has been a finalist in the Portage and WaiClay Ceramic Awards, and an Artist in Residency at the European Ceramic WorkCentre in the Netherlands. Coffee provided.

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15. JANEL REID & HAYDEN SCOTT

Janel Reid – OKAY Ceramics: Janel finds the melodic vibration of the wheel brings every piece to life with a uniqueness to each their own.Hayden Scott – Champion Knives: Hayden creates hand forged culinary knives and patterned steel, wrought and transformed in the harsh environment of the forge.

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21. KELLY MILLIGAN

Kelly is a Titirangi-based digital artist. Rooted in expressive code development for the browser, Kelly translates practical code patterns into algorithmic and generative digital artwork for-print, in-motion, and interactive. He loves results with unexpected form and tech-driven complexity.

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22. KEUM SUN LEE

Lee is a self-taught potter. Working with both 10th-century and 15th-century Korean pottery techniques, she has adapted these traditions and added colours to give a contemporary aspect to her creations. Small to large ceramic works for sale.

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23. LIAM DOWNES

Liam has enjoyed successful exhibitions, painted commissions for a global audience and run a high street gallery. Working in the design and illustration industry has allowed Liam to explore many styles across countless mediums over the years. Visitors can enjoy tea and scones in the garden.

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26. MARIA MCSPORRAN

Maria makes functional one-of-a-kind hand-built pottery decorated in bright colours and contemporary designs. Along with viewing work in progress, she will have pieces available to purchase and seconds on sale.

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24. MAMAKAN

Come and experience new botanical artworks by touch, scent, and taste at Velskov, our new native forest farm. Enjoy a cup of fresh bush tea with kawakawa cake, as you enjoy the outdoor studio with beautiful views over Waitākere Ranges. There will be a dedicated shuttle service from Parau Reserve to Velskov.

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27. MARIA PHILIPSEN OWENS

Maria is a Danish contemporary artist working with clay and acrylic. On Open Studio day there will be sculptures, ceramics vessels and abstract paintings for sale. Maria will have a spring sale on some of her earlier works, plus there will be pieces on paper available for purchase.

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25. MANDY PATMORE

A multi-media environmental artist who lives in Karekare, Mandy has a passionate relationship with her local environment. Her current work focuses largely on deforestation and habitat loss in New Zealand, and the plight of many endangered native species.

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29. MELISSA HASTINGS

Melissa is a multi-media designer currently working in ceramics and print-making. Her functional, architectural stoneware pieces and vessels use soft tones, referencing the modernist era. The Shaw Road Ceramics studio can be found nestled amongst the peaceful apple orchards of Oratia.

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28. MARIA PODSKREBKO

Maria moved to New Zealand from Russia in 2011. Since 2016 she has been making niobium, titanium and silver hand-made jewellery under her brand Awaroa Rd Jewellery. In her latest work she explores a combination of pearls with different metals, and ways of creating texture.

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31. MONIQUE ENDT

Monique is an established artist and sells her work all over the globe. She has different styles of work with kiwi birds and trees influenced by surrealism and symbolism. There will be large works on show and prints, plus cups of tea. Plenty of parking down the drive with room to turn around.

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32. PAULINE & BOB MARTIN, EVELYN AISPURUA

Pauline creates humorous animals in clay, paints animals and local landscapes in watercolour and oil.Bob will demonstrate his Harmonogragh drawing machine and display a range of driftwood bowls and kitchen boards.Evelyn Aispurua will be displaying crystal and tile mosaics and crystal bracelets.

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35. RHYLL STAFFORD

Rhyll works with encaustics, an ancient Greek and Roman wax method that pre-dates oil painting. A range of media is included into stone assemblages, oil and encaustic paintings. Visitors will see demonstrations of works in progress, with works for sale.

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39. SOFIA ATHINEOU

Sofia’s latest glass works are organic forms that capture the movement of wind, fire and water, changed by the play of light inside the colourful glass. Sofia will demonstrate the process of glass casting, plus there will be a display of glass work.

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30. MICHELLE TYRRELL

Unique wild animal and landscape photography displayed in an indoor gallery. If the weather is fine work will also be displayed in the tropical garden setting amongst the palms. Michelle will have work, including limited editions, for sale.

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36. RONALD BOERSEN

Ronald is a wood firing potter who explores the materiality of clay, freezing a moment of creation in fire. His pots are functional in nature, though evoke an experience beyond the mere utilitarian, exploring touch and texture, creating a connection to the maker’s hands.

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33. PETER FORCE

Peter Force paints New Zealand birds in soft pastel with an energy that makes them fly off the page. Prints and artwork will be available to view and buy, plus the chance to see the artist at work. Tea and biscuits provided.

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34. RENEE BOYD

Renee enjoys working with clay because of the endless artistic possibilities it offers. Her work is clean, refined, and delicate, combining soft colours with black and white pigment markings. In her working ‘messy’ studio she has works in progress, and a display of current work.

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37. RONJA SCHIPPER

Ronja's up-bicycled jewellery creations made from inner tubes have been turning heads since 2015. Come chat about the waste-to-value movement and leave with one of her unique pieces. Special one-off pieces for sale, plus enjoy some home baking (while it lasts).

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40. STEPHANIE NIERSTENHOEFER

Stephanie is a Titirangi-based artist and designer with a distinctive mixed media approach to illustrate her original photographs. Explore her studio, have a chat and witness her creative process. All artworks will be available for sale.

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44. CAMELLIA ART STUDIO

Naomi Bialek is a multimedia artist working in watercolour, ink and acrylic paintings, as well as typography. Visit her studio overlooking her garden and enjoy tea and coffee while you relax and view her exhibition. She will be joined in her studio by Hannah Shingler, Maria Whitcombe-Shingler, Paddy Bourke and Fiona Afamasaga.

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51. UPSTAIRS GALLERY

DOWNTOWN 23 – Group Exhibition Valkyrie Dargin-Grieg, Java Leonard, REKSO, Fauze HassenFour West Auckland artists deliver a nod to graffiti and an urban landscape, the contrast of light and dark, both visually and metaphorically, with an abstract sense of storytelling.

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41. STEVE CASCALHEIRA

As well as an artist himself, Steve heads up his West Auckland print studio specialising in art photography and fine art (giclée) printing. Steve loves connecting with other creatives and like-minded people, and hopes a visit to his studio may be inspiring to you.

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43. TRISTAN MARLER

Tristan (Manawa Tapu) is of Te Rarawa/Te Aupouri descent. A multi-disciplinary artist, Tristan is formally trained in Whakairo Rākau (traditional wood carving) and specialises in Tā Moko as well as printmaking, jewellery and clothing design. Tristan’s painting and printmaking practice blends his knowledge and experience to create bold, visually striking work.

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52. WAYGOOD FOUNDATION CREATIVES

Waygood Foundation is a permaculture garden in Piha. Ceramics and paintings will be on view. Iona Matheson is a sculptor who creates mythical birds combining ceramic, bronze and leaves. Sherryn Eastmond mostly makes ceramics for the outdoor space or inspired by the outdoors. Mandi Gregory makes domestic-ware and garden pieces.

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45. SEW HAPPY & THE RESOURCEFUL COLLECTIVE

Ann Poulsen, Brenda Hyde, Judith Moore Chisholm, Lorna Saldanha, Luiza Antao, Anne RichardA group of textile artists who came together to work on a community quilt, we have now diversified into art, embroidery and sewing using reclaimed resources.

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46. TE HENGA STUDIOS

Creative offerings from past and present residents and friends in various media incl music, poetry, painting, photography, film and nature. Wander through an immersive environmental installation honouring the changed landscape, and make some art! Bring your own materials or use what you find.

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38. SHERYL BURSON

Sheryl works in a range of media including acrylics, oils, photography and print. She is inspired by her travels, both far and local. Her work includes abstracts, landscapes and still life images. Original framed and unframed works will be for sale, plus limited-edition giclée prints.

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49. TIROHANGA KAKARIKI STUDIO

Len Byles works with wood and native timbers creating many unique one-off hand-crafted pieces.Pam Byles paints using water colours, creating beautiful paintings of the New Zealand bush, using the natural bush around her for inspiration.

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50. TITIRANGI POTTERS

Titirangi Potters is a vibrant pottery club with members working in a wide range of ceramic styles. Wheel throwing and handbuilding demonstrations suitable for all ages. Experienced potters will be present to answer any pottery making or firing related questions. Also visit The Soldiers Memorial Church at 116 Park Road to see the exhibition.

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42. STEVE TOLLESTRUP

Steve is a landscape painter working in oils. His paintings of the West Auckland wilderness have a reflective atmospheric and tonal style where the landscape can speak of both its topographical and spiritual presence. Visitors to his compact studio can meet the artist and purchase artworks.

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48. TE URU WAITĀKERE CONTEMPORARY GALLERY

DON BINNEY: DRAWING THE WAITĀKERE COASTDon Binney had a strong personal connection with the Waitākere coast and surrounding areas. This exhibition features a series of his drawings, capturing the area from Huia to Te Henga, places of central importance to the artist.Exhibition dates: 18 November 2023 – 03 March 2024Gallery hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am – 4.30pm

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47. THE WEEKEND GALLERY

Don't miss out on treasures and collector's finds from the studios of our favourite West Auckland artists. Unframed works, artists proofs, samples, concept work and "last chance to buy" pieces at one-off prices. Works include ceramic glass works, sculptures, paintings/drawings, prints and photography by Michelle Huizinga, Garth Steeper, Helen Keen, Hayley Brown, Christopher Roch, Simon Lewis Wards, Gilles Smith, Luisa Maloni, Fraser Clements and more.

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53. WOOD BAY STUDIO

Wood Bay Studio will be displaying original one off pieces of ceramics, jewellery, sculptures and paintings. Jenny Coyle creates quirky one-off garden totem poles, thrown bowls and other versatile pieces. Rich Monk creates unique, functional and reusable pieces with gorgeous glazes. Ileana MacKay creates whimsical unique ceramic sculptures that reflect personality and life around her. Each piece has its own story. Pottery throwing demonstrations 10am and 3pm.