EXHIBITION Wellington – MATA ARIKI – 16 June 2016
An exhibition of the latest in exciting works by fourteen Wellington based Maori artists. Nau mai haere mai! Opens 5.30pm – Thursday 16 June 2016 Closes 10 July 2016

An exhibition of the latest in exciting works by fourteen Wellington based Maori artists. Nau mai haere mai! Opens 5.30pm – Thursday 16 June 2016 Closes 10 July 2016
Mauri Ora celebrates the spiritual essence that gives life to all things. The exhibition embraces the notion that materiality is a core element in the subject matter and approach explored by Maori artists today. It will showcase the diversity of Maori cultural expression through a range of mediums, materials and techniques used in the pursuit…
An exhibition of new sculptural works by Albert McCarthy exploring creation myths, symbols and spiritual connections with the land. Opens 5.30pm Friday 26 June Artist Talk – 2pm Saturday 27 June Nau mai haere mai! Closes Friday 31 July
An exhibiton of object works created from found materials by ANGELA BUSBY 1- 29 May Click here to view Angela’s work
Opened 5.30pm Thursday 5 March Closes 29 March UNDER, IN + OVER EXPOSED An Exhibition of Sculptural Blown Glass by JOHN PENMAN – Ngapuhi John’s reflections take form in hot blown glass using the ancient technique of filigrana and exploration of the new and exciting material – photosensitive glass.
Phil Belcher, Pita Broad, Jack Brooking, Dallas Crombie, Ross Gregory, Warren McGrath, Will Ngakuru, Toi Te Rangiuaia, Alex Sands.
Click here to see works by Jo Luping: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/category/artists/jo-luping
Annabelle will be working On-Site creating an installation piece that explores perspectives of Auckland’s CBD, through pattern making and the use of non-traditional materials. Click here to see works by Annabelle: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/category/artists/annabelle-buick
Ko Maunga a Kahia te Maunga (mountain) Ko Waihakeke te Awa (river) Ko Kurahaupo, Ko Horouta, Ko Takitimu nga waka (canoe) Ko Rongomaiwahine, Ko Rongowhaakata, Ko Kahungunu oku iwi (tribe) Ko Ngaitu te hapu (sub-tribe) Ko Kaiuku te Marae (meeting house) Ko Te Mahia te Rohe (region/area) Born 1950, Juliet is a painter of Maori…
This is a unique opportunity to hand finish your very own quality toki pounamu. An ideal taonga to keep in your family or pass on to someone special. This workshop is designed for 10 people, so call now to secure your place. Cherry Te Peeti Tapurau presents an intensive one day workshop where participants will…
Deane-Rose is currently studying towards a Master of Design by project at Unitec undertaking the Awatoru pathway. The pathway offers an opportunity to undertake projects that contribute to the economic and cultural development of the Maori community, while employing kaupapa and matauranga Maori approaches. Deane’s project titled He reo, he tikanga e whare nei i…
Nau mai haere mai! Kura Auckland Friday 28 March – April 27 Exploring notions of protection and myth-making within cloak-making, to question the convenient lies we tell ourselves in our drive to conserve, manipulate, manage, dominate and control our environments.
Nau mai haere mai! Opens Kura Wellington 5.30pm – Friday 21 February Exploring notions of protection and myth-making within cloak-making, to question the convenient lies we tell ourselves in our drive to conserve, manipulate, manage, dominate and control our environments. View images of the Exhibition Opening here
Nau mai haere mai! Opens Kura Auckland on Waitangi Day 1pm Thursday 6 February View exhibition artworks here View exhibition images here Robin’s Exhibition also featured on a episode of Mataora (a show that features some of the best reo Maori speakers in Aotearoa on the Te Reo Channel) on Wednesday 26th February 2014. Robynleigh…
Opens Kura Auckland – 5.30pm Friday 6th December 2013 TOIHOUKURA An exhibition of new works by graduates and tutors. Click here to view exhibition artworks and opening on our facebook page On 1 January 2011, Tairawhiti Polytechnic officially merged with EIT Taradale becoming the off-site campus now known as EIT Tairawhiti. On the new organisational…
Kura Gallery and Papwai Marae present the exhibition APOPO / T o m o r r o w Part of the inaugural KOKOMAI Creative Arts Festival Wairarapa This exhibition aims to showcase the latest in contemporary Maori art and design created by some of Aotearoa’s most forward thinking Maori artists and designers. Artists include David…
Kura Auckland’s 5th Annual Carving Exhibition! An amazing collection of new works by established and emerging carvers from across Aotearoa. Nau mai haere mai! All are Welcome! Opens – 5pm – Friday 11 October 2013 closes 17 November 2013 Click to view exhibition pieces Click to view opening night images
An exhibition of kowhaiwhai styled reclaimed & recycled furniture by Borrowed Earth Design Richard Butterworth – Ngati Porou/English and Adele Robinson – Fijian/English Opens 5pm Friday 26 July closes 25 August Click here to view Exhibition Images Click here to view the collection
A fantastic opportunity to see MÄori art being created with artists Ross Gregory, Warren McGrath, Thomas Hansen and Hera Johns working live at Kura Gallery. You will be able to meet the artists, ask questions and share in their knowledge of MÄori legend, techniques, materials and creative skills. They will be working in a variety…
An exhibition of oceanic inspired artworks Opening Friday 5th July 2013, 5.30pm Closing Sunday 4th August 2013 ALL WELCOME Featuring artworks by Wi Taepa Stevei Houkamau Victor Te Paa Tuigamala ‘Andy’ Tauafiafi Jaco Schmidt “A’ohe hananui Ka Alu’ ia” The Hawaiian proverb “A’ohe hananui Ka Alu’ ia” translated to mean “united we stand divided we…
A night of celebration was held on the 12th June 2013, to celebrate the beginning of Matari – Maori New Year. Sam Jackson from Port Nicholson Settlement Trust was the Kaumatua for the celebrations with many in attendance; including, Pierre Tohe, Head of Maori Business BNZ. With perfromances from the Nga Uri o Tamarau Kapa…
Teko teko NFS – from the BNZ collection In September 1984, to mark the completion of the magnificent new BNZ Centre in Wellington, the Bank decided to purchase an important taonga Maori from overseas and return it to New Zealand. While the opportunity existed to commission a new artwork, the prospect of repatriating a taonga…
Black and Red Oil on Canvas, 1971 NFS – from the BNZ Collection Gordon Walters is well known for blending Maori and European art. Growing up in Wellington, Walters first encountered Maori art at the Dominion Museum as a child, and throughout his life he was a passionate and respectful student of indigenous art forms….
Drawing for a church window at Mitimiti 1982 NFS – from the BNZ Collection Ralph Hotere was one of New Zealand’s most important contemporary artists. A humble man, he was renowned for speaking little about his own work, preferring to let the works speak for themselves: “There are few things I can say about my…
Karu o te Whenua (Eyes of the land) Woven Weave Panel Harakeke-Flax, Foil and String $2,400.00NZD
Tane Mahuta Kahu Huruhuru – Feather Cloak Domestic Feathers, Harakeke-Flax, Kahu (clothe lining)-Agriculture Hessian Whiri Papa: 3 strand flax rope $4,200.00NZD
Black and Gold Weave Takitahi Series, 2013 grosgrain ribbon 122 x 31 x 4cm $720.00NZD
Auckland Festival of Photography Festival Circuit Exhibition. Opens 5-9pm Tuesday 4 June An exhibition of Rangi and Papa inspired poster prints. Vicky Thomas – Ngati Kahu Deane-Rose Ngatai – Ngati Porou Click here for the Full Festival Circuit Programme Vicky Thomas Interview – D-Photo Blog Click here to see Vicky’s work Click here to see…
OPENS 5.30pm, Friday 5th July An exhibition of oceanic inspired works by: Wi Taepa Stevei Houkamau Victor Te Paa Tuigamala ‘Andy’ Tauafiafi Jaco Schmidt Common Origins is an exhibition that brings together a group of like-minded artists exploring our common ancestry as indigenous peoples of Oceania. Not only is there a commonality in our ancestral…
Opens 6pm to midnight – Saturday March 16 annabelle buick david hakaraia stacey noel toi te rangiuaia keri-mei zagrobelna
Opens Kura Auckland – 5.30pm Friday 7th December 2012 TOIHOUKURA On 1 January 2011, TairÄwhiti Polytechnic officially merged with EIT Taradale becoming the off-site campus now known as EIT TairÄwhiti. On the new organisational structure, Toihoukura sits under the School of MÄori Studies – Te Manga MÄori, it continues to enjoy a high level of…
Kura AUCKLAND is celebrating 10 years on Auckland’s Waterfront with the opening of our 4th Annual Carving Exhibition – WAKA Artist Talks: Ross Gregory – Mon 29 Oct 1pm “The journey of Tinana – Te Waka” Will Ngakuru – Wed 31 Oct 1pm “Sailing for Sustainability”
Natasha Keating ngati tuwharetoa, ngai tuhoe, te ati hau nui a paparangi artist in residence working live 27 – 31 augsut 10 – 3 mon – fri PWC Tower street level Lower Albert St Downtown Auckland gallery hours 10-6pm mon-fri & 11-4pm sat-sun Click the link to view Natasha’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=181&submit=view
a Matariki Showcase featuring artists – conor jeory – stevei houkamau – sarah kane and more….. When: opens 5.30pm friday 22 june Where: 19 allen street, wellington Visit our facebook page to see images from opening night: http://www.facebook.com/#!/media/set/?set=a.381225105272591.83472.196764040385366&type=1
Conor Jeory ngati porou artist in residence working live 16 – 24 June 10 – 4 mon – fri 11 – 4 sat & sun PWC Tower street level Lower Albert St Downtown Auckland gallery hours 10-6pm mon-fri & 11-4pm sat-sun Click the link to view Conor’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=144&submit=view
Click here to see Annabelle’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=37&submit=view
Visit our Facebook page to view images from the opening night: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.286547084740394.65146.196764040385366&type=3
WAKA MAORI Artisans’ Village 13th – 23rd October 2011 Nau Mai Haere Mai – ALL WELCOME Simon Kaan & Ross Gregory Wayne Tasker, Borrowed Earth, Maori By Design, Sam Farquhar, Lisa McKendry Gordon Toi Will Ngakuru Robyn Kahukiwa Ross Hemera Conor Jeory Todd Couper Hemi Kiwikiwi Shona Tawhiao To view more images visit Kura Gallery…
Matt Smiler (Ta Aitanga a Mahaki) – Live Ta Moko (Tattoo) at Kura Gallery Auckland OCTOBER Fri 14th, Sat 15th, Sun 16th Fri 21st, Sat 22nd, Sun 23rd FROM 10am For Ta Moko Bookings with Matt Smiler please contact us at Kura Gallery Auckland 09 302 1151 auckland@www.kuragallery.co.nz To veiw more images visit Kura Gallery…
The Art of Carving Three Kura Auckland’s 3rd Annual Carving Exhibition Kura Auckland Opening Thursday 8th September 2011 LIVE CARVING AND TAA MOKO AT KURA AUCKLAND SEPTEMBER – Carving Thomas Hansen & Pita Broad 10 – 4pm Fri 16th 10 – 4pm Sat 17th 10 – 4pm Sun 18th SEPTEMBER – Carving Dan Kirwan 10 – 4pm Fri…
New Works by Chris Van Doren – multi-media Sheyne Tuffery – prints Tracy Keith – sculpture FRIDAY MARCH – APRIL 2011 at KURA WELLINGTON
AUCKLAND ARTS FESTIVAL PRESENTS IN THE WHARE! An interior design exhibition of funk and cultural fusion – join us for an evening of socialising and laid back grooves. EXHIBITION OPENING 6 – 10PM – 12 MARCH at KURA AUCKLAND ANNABELLE BUICK & DAVID HAKARAIA (Te Waka Toi – Creative NZ Recipient) Click here for exhibition…
A collaborative exhibition of works by post graduate students and staff of Toihoukura, Tairawhiti and Nga Tupuwai-O-Hine-te-iwaiwa, Te Kura Matanini, Whitireia
The Art of Carving Two Kura Auckland’s 2nd Annual Carving Exhibition and opening celebration for our New Maori Art Space Kura Auckland Opening Thursday 4 November Click here to view Exhibition pics: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/official-opening-of-te-akau-at-kura-auckland-and-our-2nd-annual-carving-exhibition-te-toi-whakairo-rua-the-art-of-carving-two-november-4th-2010 Click here to view Lyonel Grants work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/lyonel-grant
Kura Wellington Opening Friday 8 October Closes 29 October _
Opening 5.30pm Thursday 6 August Closes 23 September Click here to view more: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/patrick-james-annabelle-buick-exhibition-august-2010-kura-auckland
view Paerau’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=129&submit=view view Annabelle’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=37&submit=view view Jess’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=21&submit=view view Stuart’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=134&submit=view _
Opens 5.30pm Thursday 24 June – 25 July Kura Auckland A mix of framed and unframed prints past and present. view Sam’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=39&submit=view _
Opens Friday 11 June 2010, Kura Wellington Multimedia artist Annabelle Buick, clay artist Paerau Corneal and weaver Jess Paraone are exhibiting new works as part of the Matariki Festival Celebrations. Outstanding works by three outstanding contemporary Maori women artists. Matariki is our Aotearoa New Year, a time to celebrate our unique place in the world….
Come and visit us in Wellington to view our showcase of outstanding unique AOTEAROA ART + DESIGN Carved rifle by Clive Fugill Ceramics by Baye Riddell Harakeke weaving by Jess Paraone Carving by Peter Radley
View Gabrielle’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=126&submit=view
Click here to view showcase details
View Clive Fugill’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=124&submit=view View Teraimana Tahiata’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=120&submit=view
di fruin glynis vickerman sarah lupton opens friday 27 november 2009 kura gallery, wellington Glass works by the graduation class from the esteemed Wanganui Glass School
Carvings by James Atutahi, Jack Brooking, Dallas Crombie, Clive Fugill, Warren McGrath, Wikuki Kingi, Hepi Maxwell, Matt Smiler, Te Kuiti Stewart, Teraimana Tahiata, Kerry Thompson. Kura’s inaugural carving exhibition specifically created to showcase, promote and share the incredible knowledge, beauty and crafting skills of some of our most talented established and emerging contemporary Maori carvers….
New Works by ROBIN SLOW, DARRYL FROST and DEAN RAYBOULD Kura Gallery Wellington Opens 25 September Preview of some of Robin’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/robin-slow-14 Preview of some of Darryl’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/darryl-frost-3 Preview of some of Dean’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/dean-raybould To join invitation list for this exhibition preview: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/home-menu/subscribe-to-mailing-list/ .
Prints by Andrea Mae Miller. Preview – 5.30pm, Thursday 27 August. Beautiful bamboo etchings inspired by a road trip to the West Coast. View a preview of some of Andrea’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=90&submit=view
A photographic exhibition New Works by DEANE-ROSE NGATAI and VICKY THOMAS Kura Gallery Auckland Opens 8 June Go to Exhibition info: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/take-a-photo-it-lasts-longer-exhibition-auckland View Deane-Rose’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=104&submit=view View Vicky’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=53&submit=view
Dorian Brown – sculptor Melissa Mcintyre – Designer Sam Farquhar – printmaker Tapatoru – the Maori word for Triangle has been chosen as the title for this exhibition in reference to the artists life long connection and friendship to one-another. Dorian, Melissa and Sam first met each other at Sweetwaters (a NZ, 3 Day annual…
Works by ANNABELLE BUICK, DEIRDRE NEHUA, DIANE PRINCE, JUNE GRANT, ROBYN KAHUKIWA, SAM FARQUHAR, VICKY THOMAS Kura Gallery Wellington Opens 29 May view Wellington Exhibition pics: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/current-exhibition-matariki-the-navigator-wellington
Works by DORIAN BROWN – SAM FARQUHAR – MELISSA MCINTYRE Kura Gallery Wellington 5 April to 21 April 2009 view Wellington exhibition pics: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/tapatoru-exhibition-dorian-brown-sam-farquhar-melissa-mcintyre-wellington-gallery view Sam’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=39&submit=view
New Works by weaver JAN VAN DE KLUNDERT Kura Gallery Wellington 27 February to 23 March 2009 view Wellington Exhibition pics: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/jan-van-de-klundert-2 view Jan’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=95&submit=view
A Kura Team Exhibition to celebrate Christmas. Works by ANNABELLE BUICK, CATE ORR, DEANE ROSE NGATAI, HELEN JENNINGS, JANE BLACKMORE, ROIMATA ROKX, SAM FARQUHAR, TERENA SIMONS & VICKY THOMAS Opens Kura Gallery Wellington 11 December 2008
New Works by MICHAEL SMITH, MIKE GREEN & ROSEANNA HIHA Kura Gallery Wellington 31 October to 21 November 2008
New Works by ceramic sculptor/potter BAYE RIDDELL Kura Gallery Wellington Friday 10 October Kura Gallery Auckland Thursday 6 November View Wellington exhibition pics: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/702 View Auckland exhibition pics: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/baye-riddell-auckland-exhibition
New works by multi media artists ANNABELLE BUICK & VICKY THOMAS Kura Wellington opens 26 September 2008 view Wellington exhibition pics http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/huritau-exhibition-kuras-10th-birthday-celebration view Annabelle’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/annabelle-buick-2 view Vicky’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/vicky-thomas-10
New Works by ROZI DEMANT – SUE SYME – MIKE DEMANT Kura Auckland 24 July to 7 August 2008 View Sue’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/category/artists/sue-syme/ View Rozi’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/category/artists/rozi-demant/ View Mike’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/category/artists/mike-demant/
Innovative designs in: solid basalt, oregon, recycled rimu, and plywood Kura Wellington 4 July to 8 August 2008 View Mat’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/category/artists/mathew-hay/ Join our mailing list for an invite: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/home-menu/subscribe-to-mailing-list/
To celebrate the Maori new year New works by ANITA MITCHELL, ANNABELLE BUICK, DEIRDRE NEHUA, ROBYN KAHUKIWA, SAM FARQUHAR, VANESSA EDWARDS & VICKY THOMAS Kura Auckland 12 June to 29 June 2008 view Annabelle’s work: http://www.kuragallery.co.nz/?cat=37&submit=view
New wall sculptures by ROSS HEMERA Kura Wellington 29 February to 26 March 2008
Print works by NATALIE COUCH – VANESSA EDWARDS – SAM FARQUHAR – RUTH GREEN COLE – CERISSE PALALAGI Kura Wellington 27 October to 23 November 2007
Innovative product designs by ADAM ELLIS – ALAN HUCKS – JELLE NIJDAM – TIM WIGMORE Kura Wellington 28 September to 25 October 2007
Paintings by ROSEANNA HIHA Kura Wellington 31 August to 23 September 2007
Photography by AISSHA WOODCOCK – ROCHELLE HUIA SMITH – STRATON HERON – VICKY THOMAS Kura Auckland 1 June 2007 Conmotedowsfi .
Paintings by ROBIN SLOW With works by Te Awhi Rito, Onetahua Marae whanau Kura Wellington 28 July to 29 August 2007 site analysis Alamvahidi
Huritau
New works by multi media artists
ANNABELLE BUICK & VICKY THOMAS
Kura Gallery Wellington opens 26 September
