A second birthday post in as many days?

A second birthday post in as many days?

Well, kind of... Happy birthday for tomorrow to Swedish artist Edward Friström, who came to New Zealand in 1903.

Rhona Haszard's birthday

Rhona Haszard's birthday

Rhona Haszard was born today in 1901, in Thames.

A tour of someone else's collection

A tour of someone else's collection

Working in an art gallery, I have been lucky enough to have art readily available to enjoy as part of my everyday work life. Unfortunately, with the Gallery doors closed and the collection safety stored away, it's not the case for us at the moment. So it was time to view someone else's collection, and see how it enriches their working environment.

Earthquakes and Ducklings

Earthquakes and Ducklings

Is it sheer, poetic coincidence that the number of the latest Landfall journal is 222?

Plain sailing

Plain sailing

Another palpable hit in our project to clear copyright is the British artist Hellmut Sail (1908–1971)

Do It Yourself

Do It Yourself

One of the defining features of the early Flying Nun releases was the DIY aesthetic.

Progress?

Progress?

It's been quite noisy around here the last couple of days.

Black Painting

Black Painting

Ralph Hotere's recognition as a Member of the Order of New Zealand in the New Year was a fitting tribute to an artist whose work has truly reflected social, political and environmental issues relating to New Zealand and the wider international community throughout his career.

Out for the count

Out for the count

While we remain closed, sometimes it's hard to remember how it was when the Gallery was open. However, this time one year ago, we were showing Ron Mueck – and we had thousands, literally thousands, of visitors.

Night light

Night light

Ronnie van Hout's latest film, The creation of the world, is a nocturnal highlight on Worcester Boulevard at present.

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