We had an amazing day in Te Uru Gallery’s spacious and cosy workshop space, collaging and connecting. Participants came from different creative backgrounds but all enjoyed the unique experience; letting go of any expectations or plans and following intuition as a guide for the creative process.
One interesting feedback was:
“It’s not as relaxing as promised !” – a great reminder that creative flow is not always easy to tap into and can be challenging at times.
Whichever way it goes, it is always a highly rewarding experience.
Embark on a journey of self-expression that will help you tap into your intuition. You will curate a symbolic portrait that tells your unique story and reflects your individuality, by selecting images, colours, and textures that resonate with you and experimenting with various techniques ranging from spontaneous tearing to precise detail cutting. Expect happy accidents and unexpected surprises.
Saturday 24 June 10 am to 3 pm at Te Uru Gallery, Titirangi. To book your place, email: info@teuru.org.nz
Thank you to each and every one who made it to the exhibition opening of A Place To Call Home, last night at The Bergman Gallery! It has been a huge night. Feeling blessed to have so many friendly faces and super grateful to have my stunning model Genevieve and her family too. Special thanks to the talented curator Benny Chan. The exhibition is on till 8 July.
A Place to Call Home, the first group exhibition of contemporary New Zealand Asian art developed by Benny Chanat at the Bergman Gallery, will open next week on Thursday, June 15.
Through paintings, photography, sculpture and ceramics, A Place to Call Home places a bright focus on the declaration that New Zealand is, indeed, home to artists from the Pacific and Asian continent, including Korea, China, India, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Malaysia, Persia and the Middle East.
Intuitive Collage Workshop this Sunday! 11 June, from 2 to 5 pm at the Titirangi Community House. Cost: $60, including materials, or $100 for two. Treat yourself (and your friend) to an afternoon of relaxing creativity. Book your place here
Some good news !
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and to celebrate this special occasion; I’m offering you a gift! During May, with every print order you place, you’ll receive a complimentary Nefertiti tote bag. So why not treat yourself, your mom, or any other special person in your life to a beautiful print and a stylish tote bag?
My limited edition art prints are the perfect way to show your love and appreciation for the important women in your life. Don’t miss out on this fantastic offer!
Get ready for an unforgettable creative experience! After the phenomenal success of our April classes, I am thrilled to announce that we will be offering Intuitive Collage Classes every Thursday in May as part of the Art Collective at the Shiloh Creative Life Centre in Onehunga.
This time, we’ll be diving deeper into the world of collage with a brand new project to explore every week. From spontaneous tearing to precise detail cutting, you’ll get the chance to experiment with a range of techniques that will unleash your inner artist. Expect happy accidents and unexpected surprises along the way!
The possibilities of Intuitive Collage are truly limitless, so let your creativity guide you as you explore new horizons in art. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a complete newbie, you’ll find something to love in this workshop. So come and join us, starting this Thursday night from 6 to 9 pm.
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World Collage Day is just around the corner, falling on Saturday, May 13 this year. I usually celebrate it by organizing a community collage creation. Last year’s Avondale’s community collage, with the kind support of Whau the People, is proudly displayed at the Avondale Library, while the Titirangi community collage from two years ago is on exhibit at the Titirangi Community House. This year, since World Collage Day coincides with Mother’s Day weekend, I am thrilled to collaborate with Upstairs Gallery at Lopdell House, offering a free event: “Collage Your Mother’s Day Card.”
Mothers hold a special place in our hearts, and what better way to show appreciation than by gifting a unique, handmade card?
All are welcome to join us any time between 2 and 4 pm. We will provide all materials needed to create a personalized card from upcycled magazines and books onto coloured bristol cards. Additionally, you are welcome to bring your own images from home to add a personal touch. No need to sign up; see you there!
Intuitive Collage is a relaxing and highly therapeutic art medium; it’s a great tool to process difficult feelings, quieten the mind, and elicit a state of deep relaxation, with the subsequent relief of stress and anxiety. It allows self-expression for those with no prior experience in the arts. For creatives, however, collage can be uniquely inspiring and means of artistic exploration.
In this course, we will make several collages from printed material. Participants are encouraged to be spontaneous and intuitive; This creative process is flowing, forgiving, and without technical challenges whatsoever. This course runs in an inclusive, relaxing, and supportive manner and has a non-judgmental approach – there is no right or wrong; it’s all about individual aesthetic preferences.
Cost: $60 for all four classes
Adults, 13+
Youth. 13-18 years of age – gold coin donation per class
Youth. 13-18 years of age – gold coin donation per class