The people’s choice
For the second consecutive year, Hazel Rae has won the Zonta Ashburton Female Art Awards “People’s Choice”, this year for her work Voyage, a clear favourite among the 350 votes that were cast. A portrait of Hazel’s friend’s grandparents, Voyage tells a story. Rather than following the conventions of traditional portraiture, Hazel embellished the paintings […]
Coming of age: York Street Gallery
Timaru Art Gallery celebrates its 18 year milestone with a fitting exhibition. Yellow gates that lead to a pumpkin orange cottage is what you will see upon visiting the York Street Gallery of Fine Art. Owned and established by sculpture artist Debbie Templeton-Page, it is an eclectic space home to an ever changing collection of […]
The brush and the benefits: Art Metro
Taking time out for your hobbies has mental health benefits and offers a sense of purpose. Art Metro student Sue Shannons is reaping the rewards at her weekly classes. Having always dabbled in art, the classes offered at the local art school sparked Sue’s interest. “I signed up with Art Metro in 2020. I was, […]
Embracing community: Isaac Theatre Royal
The Christchurch arts industry is evolving in leaps and bounds. Entering a new era is the iconic Isaac Theatre Royal. Arenowned venue steeped in history and grandeur, the locally-loved building on 145 Gloucester St is undergoing a transformative shift. No longer merely a space for hire, it is poised to become a vibrant hub of […]
ZAFAA award winner
Marie Porter tells Metropol writer Daniella Judge about her artistic background and the meaning behind her award-winning work, The Rocks. In its eighth year, the ZAFAA Awards (Zonta Ashburton Female Art Awards) were held on 1 March at the Ashburton Art Gallery. Marie Porter, for her work The Rocks, was announced as the winner of […]
Cora-Allan: Encountering Aotearoa
Coming this month to Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū is a major body of new work that reflects on histories of Pacific, Māori, and European exploration and navigation. In this touring exhibition, artist Cora-Allan (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Tumutumu, Niue – Liku, Alofi) uses whenua (earth) pigment, hiapo (barkcloth from Niue) and other media to […]
A decade of drama: Isaac Theatre Royal
In the heart of Christchurch stands a testament to resilience and artistry, and this year, we celebrate the past, present, and future of this historical masterpiece. Thirteen years ago, the Issac Theatre Royal (ITR) fell to its knees. Today it shines brighter than ever, beckoning both seasoned theatregoers and newcomers alike to experience its magic. […]
Long live the art industry
Art is a creative medium, reflected in numerous ways, throughout the lives of hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders. Paintings or prints, weaving, sculpture, pottery, and much more come to life thanks to the artistic endeavours of Kiwis. Many people, while not actively involved in the arts, support the industry in other ways such as […]
New public art
A monumental-sized steel toki has a new home in New Brighton, Christchurch. SCAPE Public Art commissioned artist Jon Jeet to create the piece in 2022, and until recently it was on temporary display at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre. The artwork, He Toki Maitai 2022, now has a permanent home next to the […]
An exhibition with H’art: Christchurch Art Gallery
View the provocative ‘Springtime is Heart-break: Contemporary Art in Aotearoa’ exhibition where a diverse range of art explores ideas from nature’s renewal to emotional turmoil. Christchurch Art Gallery, Te Puna o Waiwhetū showcases 24 innovative artists in this dynamic body of work, on display until 19 March 2024. Curator Melanie Oliver invites us to be […]
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