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Eileen Mayo's beautiful wood engravings are now available on printed cotton tea towels. Three designs to choose from; New Year, The Doves and Mother and Son. #eileenmayo #woodengraving #teatowel #art #design ______ Eileen Mayo New Year, 1949 Wood Engraving, 168 × 116 mm Collection of Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū

The Short Story guides are a perfect run through of key art movements, works, themes and techniques. Ideal for art students of any age. _____ #art #books #bookstagram #modernart #photography #pocketguide #laurencekingpublishing

We're pinning our hopes on creativity in Ōtautahi Christchurch. When you buy one of these Ron Mueck inspired stRONg or pixel pins, all proceeds go towards supporting Christchurch Art Gallery Foundation projects! #pin #art #projects #chchartgallery

'William Wegman: Being Human' is now open and on till 28 July 2019. This is the first and only New Zealand exhibition of celebrated American artist William Wegman’s photographic work! Buy your tickets online now. This exhibition has been produced by the Foundation for the Exhibition of Photography, Minneapolis/New York/Paris/Lausanne, in collaboration with the Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū ______ #williamwegman #beinghuman #exhibition #artgallery #photography #weimaraner #dogs

We are excited to be stocking Julia Morison's limited edition shawl, printed with paintings from her 'Omnium Gatherum' series. Edition of 50, made of 80% modal and 20% cashmere. : @juliammorison. ______ Check out the exhibition, Julia Morison: Head[case], on till 14 July 2019. #juliamorrison #shawl #accessory #printed #painting #fashion #artgallery #exhibition

What better way to spend the weekend then exploring the Art Gallery! We have a Free Board Game Day underway in the foyer, so come on down. ____ #boardgames #weekend #inthecity #artgallery #books #explorethestore

We stand with the Muslim members of our community. We will broadcast the call to prayer at 1.30pm today followed by two minutes of silence at 1.32pm and invite you to join us. Let’s stand strong, stand together and stand up.

Back in stock! Hidden Light: Early Canterbury and West Coast Photography. By Ken Hall with Haruhiko Sameshima. In uncovering the remarkable, largely unseen work of early New Zealand photographers, Hidden Light: Early Canterbury and West Coast Photography is an exploration of an often overlooked aspect of our artistic past. This publication highlights the sometimes unsettling stories of photographers at work in nineteenth-century Te Waipounamu. Spectacular landscapes by skilled amateurs and...

We now have 15 of Eileen Mayo's beautiful artworks available as greeting cards. These are bank inside for your own special message and are perfect for any occasion! ____ #sayitwithart #eileenmayo #greetingcards #art #cards #botanics #cats #nativebirds

The new autumn issue of Bulletin features cover artwork by American artist William Wegman. The exhibition William Wegman: Being Human opens on 6 April. This is the first and only New Zealand exhibition of his photographic work! Cover image: William Wegman, Cut to Reveal, 1997. Colour Polaroid photography. Courtesy the artist. © William Wegman _______ #art #gallery #magazine #articles #exhibitions #chchartgallery

Woop! Our ART-TASTIC book for minty fresh kids has just been listed as one of Storylines’ Notable Books for 2019. Yes way! It’s in pretty fine company too – check out the list here. https://www.storylines.org.nz/Awards/Storylines+Notable+Books+Awards/Storylines+Notable+Books+List+2019.html] ______ #art #books #childrensbooks #games #puzzles #education #activitiesforkids

Looking for a creative project to get stuck into? We have lots of activities to choose from, like this Carve A Stamp Kit from @yellowowlworkshop. Create your own stamps and get busy making your own unique prints. : @yellowowlworkshop ______ #stamp #carve #printing #diy #create #craft #art #activity #project

We're excited to be selling 'Headcase' pendants by artist Julia Morison. These are unique pieces for her new exhibition. Made from glazed porcleain, there's only 48 in the editon, so come in and have a look before they sell out. #juliamorison #headcase #porcelain #pendant #necklace #art #artwork #sculpture _____ The exhibition, Julia Morison: Head[case] runs 23 February - 14 July 2019

These stunning reproduction prints are now available in the Design Store. Come in and see the new exhibition, Eileen Mayo: Nature, Art and Poetry, at @chchartgallery, and choose your favourite work to take home. #prints #art #eileenmayo #exhibition #screenprint #etching #botanics #greenhouse #cats ______ Also available in white frame and matted unframed.

We're excited to have 10 copies of the brand new record One Hand Loose from Delaney Davidson & Bruce Russell. There's only 200 of these in existence so get your hands on one! Side B features a special live recording of The Last Ride at the Christchurch Art Gallery. @delaney_davidson #brucerussell #ilampressrecords #vinyl #record #recording #music #live #specialedition

'Inspired by nature, Trovelore's line of brooches are exquisitely hand embroidered using artisanal skills and illustrative vintage appeal. The choice of materials and colours is mindfully selected creating organic textures that reveal a life like precious quality.' _____ You'll find these beautiful brooches on our new Eileen Mayo table. #brooches #embroideryart #organic #botanic #nature #accessories

Tonight at 6pm, come along and listen to curator Peter Vangioni present an illustrated lecture on artist and printmaker Eileen Mayo’s life and work. FREE - Philip Carter Family Auditorium. Then come and get your copy of Eileen Mayo: Nature, Art and Poetry in the Design Store. ______ #latenight #theartgallery #publictalk #eileenmayo #art #exhibition #book #bookstagram

Only one day left to get a special something for Valentine's Day. May we suggest a delicious bottle of Rosé! This is more than just a bottle of wine – it’s one of four limited edition Art Wines, made with love from @Greystonewines and labelled by New Zealand artist, Judy Miller’s, work. All profits go towards the @chchartgallery Foundation to help keep Ōtautahi, Christchurch booming with creativity. So shower you...

Give your Valentine a laugh this week with one of these humerous cards, or treat them to a reproduction print of Wayne Youle's 'Lovers.' _____ #showthelove #valentinesday #sayitwithart #wayneyoule #print #lovers

For all the writers, Pop Art lovers and unicorn fans, have we got the earrings for you! These great designs come as three different sets and are 22 karat gold gilt. ____ #jewellery #earrings #collect #mixandmatch #writing #notepad #popart #warhol #unicorn #rainbow

Eileen Mayo: Nature, Art and Poetry is now open! Come and see the new exhibition and buy the beautiful publication in store. ____ #eileenmayo #art #artist #exhibition #artgallery #new #book #artbook #publication

This is a must have book for followers of Simon Denny's work. 'The Artists Who Will Change the World is a new global map of art that points to the future. Unlike a traditional atlas, its cartography illustrates a world of international artists who may not yet be household names, but who will undoubtedly shape the art of tomorrow..' - Thames & Hudson ______ #art #book #artbook #bookstagram #exhibition #simondenny...

Friends of the Christchurch Art Gallery are invited to celebrate the exhibition opening and book launch for 'Hidden Light: Early Canterbury and West Coat Photography' and 'Eileen Mayo: Nature, Art and Poetry' coming up on Friday 1st February. Just another great reason to be our Friend! Just a friendly reminder that RSVP is due this Friday - friends@christchurchartgallery.org.nz _____ #nightatthegallery #new #exhibitions #booklaunch #books

Today is the last day to see Luigi Rossini: Le Antichità Romane. A selection of the beautiful etchings are still available as reproduction digital prints for $40, postcards for $2.50 or $25 for a 10 pack online. ______ #rome #italy #antiquity #etching #architecture #luigirossini #exhibition #art #gallery

For the month of January Friends of the Christchurch Art Gallery received 20% off reproduction stills of Steve Carr's work 'Chasing the Light'. Bring in your friend's membership card to receive this special offer. _____ #fireworks #stevecarr #filmstill #photography #instore #specialdeal #art #gallery #exhibition

Make this year extra special with an art calendar! What could be better than having a different painting on your wall very month, and of course, all your important dates in one place. ______ #art #calendar #2019 #sortyourlife

Last minute Christmas shopping? We’re open till 5pm tonight. Who wants to go to the mall when you can shop Gallery-style? We're stocked up with fabulous gifts just in time for Christmas. Pop in, grab a coffee, enjoy an exhibition or two and get your Christmas shopping sorted all in one spot. _____ #designstore #seasonsgreetings

Our jewellery cabinet is full to the brim with inspiring pieces from New Zealand and international designers. Treat your loved one to something different this Christmas. ____ #jewellery #earrings #necklace #pendant #ring #brooch #pin #pounamu #greenstone #gold #silver #bronze

Looking for the perfect present that is a bit different? Come in store and we can help. We would love to be your personal shopper. This Wednesday is our last late night of the year. Both the Gallery and Design Store are open till 9pm. _____ #latenight #shopping #artgallery #christmas #gifts #presents

The perfect art activity book for young people this Christmas! Bold, bright and a little bit bananas, ART-TASTIC gets into the nitty gritty of how to look at, connect with and make art. Aimed at 8–12 year olds with BIG imaginations. Buy in store or online for $29.99. _______ #art #books #childrensbooks #activitiesforkids #education #drawing #puzzles #games

B.194 is the Gallery's award winning magazine. Available in the Design Store for only $10. This issue features cover artwork by artist Jess Johnson and Simon Ward. _______ #art #gallery #magazine #articles #exhibitions #chchartgallery #summerart

Silk scarves makes the perfect summer accessory, especially this beautiful black and white design inspired by Gordon Walter's paintings. ____ #gordonwalters #exhibiton #scarf #silk #fashion #accesories #handmade #blackandwhite

What could be better than art books for Christmas? Check out our range of New Zealand and international publications. They'll look great on the coffee table. ____ #art #books #bookshelf #bookstagram #gift #presents

Stuck with what to get the kids for Christmas? Every child should have a copy of 'Oh Boy' by Stuart Lipshaw and 'Go Girl' by Barbara Else on their bookcase. What could be better than learning about amazing New Zealanders? Featured background is new wrapping paper. _____ #books #childrensbooks #bookish #puffinbooks #ohboy #gogirl #famouswomen #famousmen #christmas #presents

We now have five colours of branded Gallery tote bags, and we’re giving away one with each purchase over $100. Fill them with as much as you can! Otherwise available to purchase for $10. _____ #totebag #shoppingbag #giveaway #bright #accessory #designstore

Throwback to the other week when Jess Johnston paid us a visit. Have you got your hands on the new stickers yet? _____ #jessjohnson #stickers #art #artist #artworks #chchartgallery

Gordon Walters: New Vision has opened! We have everything from silk scarves, cushions, tea towels, tote bags and reproduction prints; as well as the New Vision publication, published by Auckland Art Gallery Toi Tamaki and the Dunedin Public Art Gallery. #gordonwalters #newvision #exhibition #chchartgallery #artgallery #art #painting

Jess Johnston sticker are brand new to the Design Store! Mix and match to create your own artwork, decorate your phone, diary, or scooter. They are perfect for indoor and outdoor use. Head over to @chchartgallery to see 'Genetekker Archaic', her new work with Simon Ward on the gallery's bunker and foyer screens. _____ #jessjohnson #simonward #art #nzart #chchartgallery #exhibition #stickers #figures #symbols

The Christchurch Art Gallery's brand new publication has just hit the shelves! ART-TASTIC is an activity book for young people with minty-fresh imaginations. Inside this book you'll find pictures of some of the best you'll ever see in Aotearoa New Zealand. There are activities to do and questions to answer - and by the time you've finished, you'll have your own artist's workbook full of masterpieces that will make you...

We have a full range of @odeme nail polish back with new colours, Gold Lion, Amsterdam and Dress Code! #odeme #nailpolish #nails #colour #manicure #pedicure

Classic white and gold beads are always a hit. #decorate #beads #tree #star #heart

All welcome to the launch of Colours of a Life: The life and times of Douglas MacDiarmid by Anna Cahill, a richly edited biography of one of New Zealand's most accomplished expatriate painters. Signed editions also available! ____ Come along tonight 7.30pm Meet under the stairs Free #douglasmacdiarmid #books #booklaunch #art #painting

Take home a memory from 'Philip Trusttum: Just a Glimpse'. We have a new reproduction print and cards from the works he generously presented to the Gallery. ____ Philip Trusttum Amer, 2006 Acrylic on canvas 2520 x 4820mm Collection of Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū, presented by the artist, 2009 _____ #philiptrusttum #painting #exhibition #chchartgallery #prints #cards

Free Tee! We've said goodbye to Tony de Lautour's Us V Them and shortly it's farewell to his Silent Patterns on our bunker. In support of these, our Tony de Lautour t-shirts have been a Design Store favourite - even getting national TV coverage! Their numbers are now becoming limited, but while they last, we're offering our Friends if the Art Gallery a FREE t-shirt with every one purchased over...

The Art Gallery and Design Store are open late tonight, until 9pm! #nightattheartgallery #halloween #afterdark #kokeshi #kokeshidoll #skeleton

Saturday night's Art Do saw the launch of new art-beer and art-wine collaborations with Judy Millar X @greystonewines and Zina Swanson X @threeboysbrewery. We're excited to be selling both in the Design Store, with all proceeds going back to the Art Gallery! #ArtDo18 #event #collaboration #judymillar #zinaswanson #art #artgallery #chchartgallery

We're excited to get our hands on the new Destination Art from Phaidon! Especially since our Martin Creed features as one of the top artworks in the world worth taking a trip for. Martin Creed Work No. 2314 Collection of the Chrischurch Art Gallery; commissioned by Christchurch At Gallery Foundation, gift of Neil Graham (Grumps), 2015 _____ #phaidon #destination #art #books #artbooks #top #500 #martincreed #installation #artphotography

We have everything you need for longer days, festive nights and special people! #fireworks #stevecarr #seedlip #drinks #hipflask #odeme #nailpolish #elassaad #jewellery #rocksdrinks #lighting #confetticannon #light

Books make the perfect gift for many occasions! Whether it's birthdays, Christmas or school holidays; come and peruse our bookshelf and get some great ideas. ____ #books #reading #bookshelf #children #gift #shopping

Fresh into the Design Store and soon to be the hottest accessory in town (ok, we might be a little biased). We’re giving away a branded Gallery tote with each purchase over $100 until the end of November, or until they are gone. Show your Gallery pride and get one now! Otherwise available to purchase for $10. #totebag #shoppingbag #giveaway #bright #accessory #designstore