Open Studios Waitākere 22 - 23 November Preview

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Angela Amerigo Art

Angela creates vibrant paintings characterised by bold, saturated colours and dynamic gestures. Inspired by feminist musings, Angela is passionate about using art as a means to inspire discussion. Works on paper in a variety of sizes will be available to view and purchase, as well as printed reproductions. You can expect to see demonstration of your practice, view of works in progress, work for sale, and limited editions for sale

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2. Awaroa Rd Jewellery

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.

3. Bev Rea CANCELLED

This Studio is no longer included in this year's event.

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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.Demonstration of your practice, View of works in progress, Work for sale, Limited editions for sale.

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5. BrynPaintsCeramics

I am a multimedia artist currently working with ceramics. My practice combines photography, lino cutting, painting and sculpture to create unique hand made tiles of local architecture.My practice explores the rapid transformation of housing across Auckland. With the city’s growing population, many older homes and commercial buildings are being replaced by intensified forms of housing. State houses and traditional Kiwi backyards are giving way to townhouses and new developments.In this body of work, I use ceramic tiles to depict these changing structures. The durability of ceramics mirrors the lasting impact of these shifts on the city’s landscape, while also preserving a visual record of what is being lost and reshaped.I will have a variety of recent works for sale as well as displaying the process I have been using and developing.

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6. Crone Jewellery

Judi Clements creates jewellery and body adornments, mainly using silver, copper, natural and found objects. Her inspiration comes from nature, especially the sea, bush and the cycles of life. Visitors will see examples of her work, works for sale, and the variety of materials Judi is inspired by.

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7. Daniel Blanshard

For over three decades Daniel Blanshard has been an Artist in continuous experimentation of classical makery and etheric light play. His recent 'Radiance' series of brass and copper discs are the culmination of years of slow deliberate experimentation in which he has honed his own unique technique of art makery, crafting more like a jeweller, engraver, or blacksmith working with the scale of sculpture to activate the retro reflective play of light. Daniel is in demand with art commissions across the globe.You can view works in progress and view work for sale.‘ To bring these works to life is not only a calling but a privilege an opportunity to activate the light ‘Daniel Blanshard

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8. 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.You can expect to see demonstration of practice, View works in progress, Work for sale, Limited editions for sale

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9. Helen Dean

Helen creates colour-rich, layered paintings featuring soft, overlapping forms and plains, sweeping curves and painterly marks. Step inside Helen’s colour-filled home studio and see large scale artworks on canvas, to small studies on paper. Purchases in cash or by bank transfer.You can expect to see demonstration of practice, view works in progress, work for sale, limited editions for sale.

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10. Jay Linden

If you enjoy nature based art with luscious oils, you'll be inspired by Jay's realist bird paintings and local landscapes - and get a giggle from her whimsical etchings. An artist for 25+ years Jay loves to play with colour and light - cards and prints also available.You can expect to see works in progress, work for sale, limited editions for sale.

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11. Jenny Tomlin

Jenny has a photographic darkroom and works with pinhole and alternative processes. There will be works in progress as well as pieces for sale, plus demonstrations of the pinhole process and what can be accomplished without a camera.You can expect to see demonstration of practice, works in progress, work for sale, limited editions for sale

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12. Julia Marin Jeweller

Julia makes jewellery for the wearer that enjoys ‘effortless yet different’. Pieces are handmade in sterling silver, gold and natural gemstones, the work is inspired by architecture, the natural world and simple things.You can expect to see works in progress, work for sale, limited editions for sale.Visitors will have the possibility to consult about bespoke pieces or jewellery remodelling.

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13. Kererū House

Tucked away in the bush of Titirangi, the Kererū house is the home studio of oil painter and writer Donny Grahamer. Donny has been working with figurative, expressive oil paintings for 8 years. With explosive colour and kinetic brushwork, Donny's work feels like a freeze frame of a life.You can expect to see demonstration of practice, view works in progress, work for sale, and limited editions for sale.

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14. Kurved Lines

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, view works in progress and work for sale.

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15. La Onda

Vitor Gabriel Marinho Domingues’ art exists to celebrate Brazilian culture. With his painting he shows a little of what Brazil has to offer to the world, holy and natural beauty, with a lot of colour and life, representative of the Brazilian people.You can expect to see demonstration of practice, work for sale and limited editions.

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16. Lene Toni Kjeld

Toni has a background in textile design, and creates colourful abstract art work as a translation of everyday moments. Travel and our connection with nature is a constant inspiration. Toni’s garden studio will have original paintings, mono prints, art journals and cards.

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17. Mamakan Studio

Mamakan Studio is the gallery and creative space of botanical artist Mamakan, presenting her immersive works that unite art, ecology, and foraging.Visitors will see demonstration of practice, view works in progress, work for sale and limited editions for sale.

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18. Maxine Parkin-Jones (Jepson)

On leaving school Maxine started her life as an artist dressing windows for a department store in Ashburton. On moving to Auckland in the late 60’s Maxine had her first freelance window dressing accounts with textile manufacturing showrooms where she developed the knowledge of turning fabrics into sculpture forms.One of her first accounts was David Thompson fabrics in Queen Street which catapulted her into the fashion industry with well known fashion boutiques and the added extras of shoe shops, jewellery, glassware, fabrics, menswear and much more. In the late 80’s calico sculptures were created which depicted the human face, torsos and full length bodies which were swathed in unbleached calico with added calico knitting, platting and pleating.With this knowledge and art form Maxine moved into Australia. The sculptures were a success in solo and larger exhibitions throughout NSW, Victoria and Queensland and winning many awards.While in Australia Maxine had the opportunity to have exhibitions at Majlis Gallery in the old part of Dubai which took her sculpture works into Europe, U.K. and USA.Maxine moved back to Auckland 2010 where she has continued with her textile art forms, abstract canvases, sculpture and ceramics entering into exhibitions each year.Maxine has her last solo exhibition in November 2026 in Upstairs Gallery, Lopdell House Titirangi, focusing on contemporary tribal people and oversized textile and ceramic fish - both wall hangings.Maxine’s art work over the years are found in foyers, restaurants, private and corporate collections throughout the world.

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19. Mazza Made Ceramics

Maria is a self taught potter making small batch hand built ceramics. She is a big champion of pattern and colour which can be seen in all her work. She finds great joy in creating unpretentious quirky objects for everyday use.Visitors will see work at all stages of the making process. Pieces will be available for purchase, along with some seconds and sample bargains. Plus cold refreshments and seating.

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20. Melissa Hastings at Shaw Road Ceramics

Nestled among the apple orchards of Oratia, West Auckland, Shaw Road Ceramics was founded in 2018 by ceramicist and sculptor Melissa Hastings. With a background in film and theatre design, Melissa’s creative path took a new direction after relocating to the west coast of Tāmaki Makaurau, where her deepening connection to nature led her into the world of environmental arts.Over the years, Melissa has led and collaborated on numerous community art projects in local schools and played a key mentoring role with the talented rangatahi of the Kākano Youth Arts Collective. These experiences continue to shape her practice, bringing a strong sense of place and purpose to her work.Working from Shed 27, Melissa creates functional stoneware and sculptural vessels that reflect both her reverence for the natural world and her love of modernist design. Her pieces are characterised by soft, earthy tones and thoughtful, architectural forms—designed to bring beauty and calm into everyday life.‘The medium of ceramics was the perfect place for me to land at this time in my life. I believe there is no better material than clay to demonstrate fragility and strength in equal measure, which epitomises everything I seek to reflect and create in my own artistic practice’

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21. Michelle Huizinga

Michelle Huizinga is a multi-media sculptor working predominantly with clay and fibre. Michelle finds beauty in delapidation and decay – the rich ambers of rust, the texture of flaking paint and the patterns created by Mother Nature. Visitors can view old and new projects, with works to purchase.

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22. Pauline McCoy Ceramics

Pauline is an established studio potter and teaches at Auckland Studio Potters. Her work is primarily focused on functional ware with a personalized contemporary style. Cards and art prints by Desmond Burdon will also be available for purchase.

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23. Peter Force

Peter Force's paintings dwell between the abstract and figurative. His paintings are fleeting moments that reflect an emotional state. Urgent, energetic and possibly a little anxious but always considered.Peter has drawn, painted, written and art directed visual ideas his entire working life, including award winning short films.You can expect to see demonstration of practice and work for sale.

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24. Pottery by Ronald Boersen

Ronald Boersen is a potter, ceramic artist, glaze nerd, and educator. In his ceramic work he explores the materiality of clay – freezing a moment of creation in fire. His pots are functional in nature, though hope to evoke an experience beyond the mere utilitarian, exploring touch and texture, creating a connection to the maker’s hands.Ronald started off his professional life as a classical violist, composer, and sound artist, having studied at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague, earning two bachelor degrees and a Masters in Sound Technology (Sonology). To offset the pressures that come with musical performance, he entered the world of clay – working on the wheel – and has found many similarities in the creative processes.The aesthetics of Ronald’s pots respond to his local environment, landscapes, and colours – and having grown up in the Netherlands, lived in Israel, then Canada, and now Aotearoa New Zealand, local has taken on a rather expansive meaning. His current work focusses on the surfaces created by wood firing with salt and soda, though he also likes too explore other means of firing, such as electric and naked Raku.Ronald’s (almost obsessive) curiosity has also led him into the science and chemistry of glazes... and it's a wondrous ride. And while there is always a lot to learn, the advances in technology and the website glazy.org have made glaze chemistry more accessible than ever. Aside from teaching glaze chemistry courses and working as a private glaze consultant, Ronald is also the Moderator of the Facebook group Understanding Glazes with Sue (with now 34k+ members!!!) and loves to share, teach, and demystify bits of the wondrous world of glazes.You can expect to see work for sale including limited editions.

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25. Rachel Carter Ceramics

Rachel is a potter who works on the wheel with porcelain and stoneware clays. She creates thoughtful and refined objects that are designed to be enjoyed every day. Visitors will see works at every stage of the making process, alongside ceramics available to purchase, plus tea or coffee.

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26. 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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27. Rustic Art Space

Sue Butler is new to the Open Studio ToursPrimarily, hairdressing and working with the arts community as the President of Waitakere Arts has kept her busy. Happier working behind the scenes, ready or not, Sue has decided to invite people to see what she gets up to in her Studio. Sue is best described as an Assemblage Artist however she loves to experiment with different mediums and genres. She combines a wide variety of materials from wood to glass, wire, fabrics, vintage finds, to create one of a kind artworks. Loves to paint and sketch ideas that may lead onto her next project. Her appropriately named ‘Rustic Art Space’ combines a B & B downstairs with Sue's art studio above. At present Sue is needle felting and wet felting and has lighting projects on the go. The garden has some of her ferrocement sculptures and mosaics on display. You are welcome to call in and chat.At a small cost there will be an opportunity for visitors to create a needle felted landscape to take home.Sue hopes to inspire visitors to discover the potential of using discarded materials to create something beautifully unique.

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28. Sheryl Burson

Sheryl is a multidisciplinary artist. She is inspired by everyday beauty, light play, shadows, botanical and colour harmony. Her work includes landscape, still life and abstracts. Original framed and unframed, small and large works on canvas and paper available.

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29. Sofia Athineou Glass

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. Studio Rene Jansen

Rene works from a large converted packing shed, producing relief wall sculptures which are a modern take on mandalas, and three dimensional geometric shapes made from aluminium and brass. He also makes leaves from aluminium that are an interesting addition to any garden setting.

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31. The Binding Studio

From The Binding Studio, Louise creates handmade presentations, using traditional tools & equipment. With over 20 years of experience & accolades in the industry, Louise binds commissions, teaches workshops & sells bookbinding supplies. Demonstration of practice, view work in progress. Supplies & books will be available to purchase.

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32. Zoë Nash Garden Studsio

Zoë Nash is a French Bay local with over 25 years’ experience working in the creative sector. Her brightly coloured, celebratory artworks explore a slow and mindful accumulation of repeated and highly detailed mark making. Reflecting her love of nature, Zoë’s works draw on selected plant and flower motifs for inspiration.“Time for the annual spring clean. Unique works for sale on both canvas and paper. I’d love to share my practice and my process with you.”Zoë has a Master of Fine Arts degree (Whitecliffe, 2002), a Bachelor of Arts degree (University of Auckland, 1991) and adult teaching qualifications (Manukau Institute of Technology, 2005). Finalist nominations include the Parkin Drawing Prize, the Trust Waikato Contemporary Art Awards, the Small Sculpture Prize at the Waiheke Community Art Gallery, and several Finalist nominations in the Walker & Hall Waiheke Art Awards, including receiving the Zinni Douglas Merit Award.

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33. Anna Crichton, Tanya Wilkinson, Lesley Jenkin

Anna Crichton is a multi-award winning cartoonist and ceramicist and will be selling her high quality A3 archival cartoon and illustration prints for $15 each. Her illustrated ceramic work and abstract embroideries will also be for sale. Tanya’s modernist ceramics and Lesley’s contemporary chunky handmade beadwork will also seduce.Tanya Wilkinson has been pottering around for many years, using clay to make an eclectic range of domestic ware. She will have a range of vases, bowls, platters, and more available at the Waitakere Open Studio weekend, as a guest at Anna Crichton’s Titirangi studio.Lesley Jenkin is an Auckland based designer. Her work has evolved from my passion of collecting necklaces and beads from around the world. She enjoys combining different materials together to create sculptural wearable pieces.You can expect demonstration of your practice, view works in progress, work for sale, limited editions for sale.

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34. Buchanan & Strewe

Dean Buchanan & Rudi Buchanan Strewe, Helga Strewe + Celeste StreweWe are a family of artists each with our own studio, forge, workshop and or work bench. Dean paints in oils mostly landscapes but also still lives. He calls his work pacific expressionism. Rudi casts & fabricates his sculptures from bronze, copper & steel inspired mostly by plant forms. Celeste paints insects, fish & flowers on vintage mirrors, ostrich eggs & scallop shells. Helga fabricates her jewellery using sterling silver, semi precious stones & pearls.

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35. Janel Reid : OKAY Ceramics Hayden Scott : Champion Knives

Janel Reid – OKAY CeramicsWith life transitioning into a new phase of gentle nurturing, I find that my ceramics have taken on a more fluid & less intentional structure. There isn't a forcefulness or a heavy hand, there isn't parametres or restrictions - there is only a collaboration between the here & now which enables the present to dictate the outcome.Hayden Scott – Champion KnivesHayden creates hand forged culinary knives and patterned steel, wrought and transformed in the harsh environment of the forge.People can expect to see demonstration of practice, works in progress, work for sale, limited editions for sale.

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36. Karanga Ink

GroupPip Hartley, Conan Fitzpatrick, Whanau and friends creationsPip Hartley’s devotion to Tā Moko is evident in her work, having a wealth of experience gained from travelling the world participating in various indigenous tattoo conventions, sharing her culture and fine-tuning her chosen art form since 2002. Beginning her apprenticeship under master carver, moko and multi disciplinary artist Kura Wanikau Tahana Turoa of Ngāti Tūwharetoa. Pip developed a practice that is both contemporary and traditional, weaving together art, wairua, tikanga and storytelling. She has an innate ability to translate stories and flow with the contours of the body or brief using both traditional and contemporary tools.After years of service to Te Karanga Charitable Trust, an organisation dedicated to empowering rangatahi through the arts. In 2013 she became Director, initiating youth programmes that connected young people to creative expression, cultural identity, and whanaungatanga.In 2015 Karanga Ink was founded and established by Pip on Karangahape Road. Hosting an arrangement of events and kaupapa Māori initiatives, creating a platform and unique creative space for Māori and Pacific artists predominantly wāhine ringa tā. The studio became a hub for wānanga, exhibitions, and international exchanges, bringing together indigenous tattoo artists from across the world.Pip has represented Aotearoa at festivals in Tahiti, Canada, Spain, Europe and beyond, and her work has been featured in documentaries and films and articles such as Skindigenous, Marks of Mana, Moko Aotearoa and BBC to name a few.In 2022 Pip completed a dream of building a studio in the Waitākere Ranges. Surrounded by the taiao, Karanga Ink studio is a sanctuary where tā moko is practiced in its fullest expression. Her and her whanau vision for the whenua is to evolve into a wānanga space in the future — a place where creativity, learning, and cultural knowledge are nurtured.Alongside her moko practice, Pip’s design work has led to collaborations with brands, multi media productions and organisations, the most recent being a nationwide collaboration project with The Warehouse, which bring her designs into homes and communities across Aotearoa.With a lifetime of dedication to her artform, Pip continues to explore the spiritual, cultural, and creative dimensions of tā moko and various other mediums - aspiring to inspire and be the most authentic version of herself in all she does.

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37. Karen Kennedy, Neena Buksh, Vera Limmer, Janet Fuge

This year ceramic artist Karen Kennedy is concentrating on cheerful clay ocarinas and whistles, brightly painted and highly decorated. You can play a limited tune on some, or give them a drink of water to achieve a piercing canary warble.Karen will be joined by Neena Buksh’s tableware pottery and home made pickles and chutneys, plus Vera Limmer’s paintings and Janet Fuge’s hand-made rag dolls.

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38. Post Objects

Simon Oosterdijk & Elizabeth WilsonPost Objects is the collaboration between makers/designers, Simon Oosterdijk and Elizabeth Wilson. Their candle design practice observes the forces of nature and the movement of matter. Actions are caught in the moment and captured using a combination of computer simulations and hand building. We’ll be exhibiting the candles and prototypes shapes from our last two ranges, flow & release.You can expect to see works in progress, work for sale, limited editions for sale.

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39. The Piha School House

Mandy Patmore + Michele Johnson JewelleryMandy PatmoreA 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. Watch Mandy' Patmore at work in her video below.Michele Johnson JewelleryMichele Johnson's home and workshop are situated in Piha on the dynamic Waitakere coast. Michele employs age old silversmithing techniques to create unique contemporary work reflecting the patterns and forms of this stunning natural environment.

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40. Van der Putten Pottery Studio

Andrew's work is wheel-thrown mid-fired glazed earthenware and high-fired salt/soda glazed functional tableware.Jeannie makes Pacific-inspired decorated tiles and hand-cut ceramic wall pieces.

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41. McCahon House Museum

A significant site for New Zealand’s contemporary arts. The 1950s home of acclaimed artist Colin McCahon, with an adjacent artist’s residency. You can enjoy a tour of the Museum.

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42. Titirangi Potters

Don’t miss out on paying a visit to the vibrant Titirangi Potters. You will find beautiful ceramic pieces for sale, and members showing their skills hand-building or on the pottery wheel. We are located below the Titirangi Community House.

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43. Michelle Elvy: Regional parks artist in residence

The Wild EdgeMichelle Elvy grew up on the shores of the Chesapeake, in Maryland, and arrived in Aotearoa aboard her sailboat after living aboard nearly 20 years. She has written and edited 15 books, including her experimental novel, the everrumble, and her hybrid story collection, the other side of better. Her extensive anthology editing work includes this year’s dual-language Poto: Iti te kupu, nui te kōrero| Short: The big book of small stories and the multi-lingual collection of stories and essays Te Moana o Reo | Ocean of Languages. Her work with Witi Ihimaera over several years brought artists together in the anthology A Kind of Shelter: Whakaruru-taha, and in 2024 she produced a series of wallpapers in visual art-poetry collaboration for the Art + Science Exhibition in Ōtepoti, working with Manu Berry, Rachel Zajac and Cila McQueen.Michelle’s work examines the intersections in our natural world. Her view to the Manukau Harbour in October and November will add a new vantage point, and during her residency nestled in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park she will be creating a set of poems + photographs that explore the process of coastal change. This includes examining the concept of ‘park’ as wild place, yet a space which is managed and has maintained edges: ‘a place that holds nature at its centre, yet a place for community’.Her 2025 project includes poetry and text, and is focused on the intersection of what is naturally here, what we create from it, and how we preserve it.The studio is open to works in progress, and work for sale.

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44. Karekare House Studio

Nicholas Pound will be showing his recent works and works in progress.A great chance to see Karekare house and its studio if you are interested in the residency programme.

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45. Nature & Art at Matuku Link

Gather around “Journey to the Sea” by artist Derek March — the longest mural in Te Henga/Bethells — and discover the story of the tuna heke, the migrating eels travelling from the misty headwaters of the Waitākere Rainforest down through the land to the coast. These eels have long been a constant presence in the river, silently witnessing the changes brought by humans through the currents of time.The tuna also appear in Derek’s pencil-on-paper work, Call to the Big Sea. Other featured subjects in his art include another enduring wetland inhabitant: the matuku-hūrepo (Australasian bittern). One of his pieces is a larger-than-life wooden sculpture of a bittern in its characteristic upright “freeze” pose. Another is an atmospheric oil painting depicting two matuku in the wetland under moonlight, reflecting the quiet beauty of this unique habitat.Derek’s work is deeply inspired by the relationship between humans and nature — particularly here in Te Henga, where he has lived and worked for over 40 years. The exhibition is complemented by information on local nature, conservation, and wetland restoration at Matuku Link, where Derek has been a key contributor since its founding in 2016. He has shared both his artistic talents and his knowledge of plant propagation at the on-site nursery, helping grow eco-sourced plants for the Waitākere River catchment.Join us for a talk at the mural at 10:30am, 12:30pm, or 2:30pm, followed by a guided tour of the restored wetland habitat at 11:00am and 1:00pm daily.Coffee, tea, and home baking will be available for purchase, with all proceeds supporting the ongoing conservation work at Matuku Link.

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46. Exium Tattoo Studio and Art Gallery

Tucked away in the Waitākere Ranges, our private studio offers a space where art, nature, and tattooing come together. Led by Ace Alexander, a tattooist with 19 years of experience, Exium Studio is a unique gallery with greenstone carvings and handmade sterling silver from both local and international artists. Welcoming and deeply connected to its surroundings, our studio is designed to give you a personal, meaningful experience from the moment you step inside.

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47. Te Henga Gallery Artists

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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48. Te Uru Waitākere Contemporary Gallery

Portage Ceramic Awards21 November 2025 – 8 February 2026 The Portage Ceramic Awards is an annual celebration of contemporary ceramics in Aotearoa. The award was established in 2001 and embraces the rich history of pottery in West Auckland. Since its inception, the award has maintained an inclusive framework, enabling practitioners with wide-ranging practices to enter. Portage Ceramic Awards Judges Floor TalkSaturday 22 November 2pm Join this year’s Portage Ceramic Awards Judge, Fiona Jack, for a special introduction to the 2025 finalist works. Fiona is a highly regarded artist and academic, recognised for her thoughtful practice and her deep appreciation of the breadth and diversity of contemporary clay.Fiona will guide us through selected works, sharing insights into the qualities and ideas that resonated with her during the judging process. She will offer some highlights about the practices of this year’s finalists and offer a glimpse into the considerations behind her final selections.Gallery hours:Open 7 DAYS10am - 4.30pm

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49. Upstairs Gallery

The Upstairs Gallery is proudly a 100% non-profit art gallery. Our mission is simple: support emerging artists and make art accessible to all. Every visit helps champion our mission: giving emerging artists a real shot, and making space for creativity to thrive in the heart of Titirangi. Titirangi Potters will be on display at the time of Open Studios. Work for sale, Limited editions for sale.Entry’s always free. Step inside and get inspired!

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50. Ruthie Stoffels

Ruthie is an award-winning photographer who will be giving demonstrations of her practice, with works in progress, and limited editions for sale at her studio in Lopdell House. Gift vouchers for family shoots and portraits will be available.

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51. Open Studios Preview Exhibition

Lopdell Precinct invites the studio artists registered for Open Studios Waitakere Weekend 2024 to participate in a ‘pop up’ preview exhibition which will be open to the public.The aim of the exhibition is to enhance the profile of the weekend event and promote the participating studio artists. The works will be displayed in the Seminar room on level 1 of Lopdell House.Opening EventWednesday 19 November6pm - 8pmLopdell HouseOpen daily 10am-4pmWednesday 19 - Sunday 23 November

Open Studios Waitākere 22 - 23 November
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