The Arts Centre Sculpture Festival 2022
Dive into the wonderful world of art and sculptures. This September, the home of creativity, art and heritage will come alive with a host of unique artworks for sale. Curated by the talented Koji Miyazaki, the two-week-long annual festival at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre will showcase around 40 well-known and emerging New Zealand artists and over 200 works, including ceramics, jewellery, glass, sculpture, and mixed media. Come and see works by Jane Downes, Nicholas Duval- Smith, Tatyanna Meharry, Fiona Tunnicliffe, Rick Rudd, Lynn Kelly, Anthony Genet, Karin Barr, Ailish Roughan and many more. Smaller works will be presented in the Great Hall, with larger sculptures displayed across the North Quad.
Opening weekend will be a hive of activity. Take the opportunity to hear a free artist talk, where artists will share their passion and inspiration behind their work. Watch an artist demonstrate their skill and show you how they create their stunning pieces, or embrace your creative side and try one of the creative workshops. Entry to Sculpture Festival is free, and workshops and demonstrations cost between $10–$15 each.
The Arts Centre Sculpture Festival runs from 3 to 16 September; open daily, 10am to 5pm. The Arts Centre Sculpture Festival is supported by the Farina Thompson Charitable Trust, and all festival sales will benefit both the artists and Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre.
