Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, Auckland Videos

Adult learning classes
Registrations for our next term of adult learning classes are now open! Ever wanted to learn a new skill in friendly, inspiring setting? Now’s your chance! We have the following classes on offer: 🎨 Figure painting in oil (19 Oct — 30 Nov) ✏️ Observational life-drawing (20 Oct — 24 Nov) ⚱️ Pottery basics (2 — 23 Nov) Join us to immerse yourself in art, develop skills and meet new people. More info on each course on our website: https://bit.ly/3APdmue

Last Friday, some of our kaimahi gathered at Takaparawhau, Bastion Point with Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and the wider Tāmaki whānau in the early hours of the morning to celebrate te tau hou Māori, the Māori new year. Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, our new partner, led the Hautapu ceremony. As part of the Hautapu, a special oven was prepared – ‘te umu kohukohu whetū’, ‘the steaming earth oven of the stars’. Karakia, karanga and waiata were also delivered during the Hautapu, offering us an opportunity to remember, reflect and prepare for the upcoming year. For those of you who were unable to attend, check out our video capturing the day. Mānawatia a Matariki!

In this episode of Cultured Conversations, we welcome CEO of Impact Lab, Maria English. Impact Lab is a purpose-led, data analytics start-up that supports both investors and organisations within the social services and philanthropic sector. Taking a data-first approach, Impact Lab are able to measure the true value of social impact, helping charitable organisations support New Zealanders to fully live, and love, their lives. We discuss Impact Lab’s unique approach to social impact measurement, the role of social services in New Zealand and how organisations, funders and individuals seeking support can all benefit from their learnings. Maria shares her thoughts on the future of data in social services, and how a similar approach could be applied to the cultural sector.

If you’ve visited the Gallery recently, you will have noticed two large UFO-like sculptures hovering in our North Atrium. Meet the artist behind this installation, Simon Denny, in our latest video. Here, Simon discusses the inspiration behind 'Optimism', 2023, the process of using 3D-printing technology to produce the sculptures, and what he hopes visitors take from the work. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/i0xnzUDYMHY

FINAL WEEKS With just a few weeks until closing, we asked ‘Guo Pei: Fashion, Art, Fantasy 郭培 ：时装之幻梦’ visitors what they thought about the exhibition. The verdict? ‘OMG’ 😱 ‘mind-blowing’ 🤯 and ‘absolutely amazing’ 🤩 . . . their words, not ours! Experience ‘Guo Pei: Fashion, Art, Fantasy’ for yourself at the Gallery, 10am–5pm daily. Closes Sunday 5 May. Grab your tickets at our front desk or online: www.aucklandartgallery.com/GuoPei

Cultured Conversation with Guo Pei
In this episode of Cultured Conversations, subtitled in both English and Mandarin, we’re very privileged to speak with renowned Chinese Couture Artist, Guo Pei. A sought-after designer for royalty, film stars and celebrities, Guo Pei’s Yellow Queen gown worn by Rihanna to the 2015 Met Gala is showcased in the exclusive exhibition Guo Pei: Fashion, Art, Fantasy 郭培 ：时装之幻梦 at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. In this interview we explore Guo Pei’s career, and talk through how she has drawn on her own personal experiences, plus themes from nature, mythology, and European and Asian clothing traditions to inform her work. She offers insight into her creative process and explains how she incorporates extraordinary fabrics and bejewelled embroidery to create wearable works of art. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear insights directly from the artist herself, as told to Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Director, Kirsten Lacy. Watch the full episode here: www.aucklandartgallery.com/CulturedConversationsGuoPei 在本期配有中、英双语字幕的《Cultured Conversations》节目中，我们有幸与来自中国的著名时尚艺术家郭培对话。郭培作为在皇室成员、电影明星和社会名流中炙手可热的高级定制设计师，创作了蕾哈娜在2015年大都会艺术博物馆庆典中所穿的《黄皇后礼服》。这件作品正在奥克美术馆的独家展览《Guo Pei: Fashion, Art, Fantasy 郭培：时装之幻梦》中展出。 我们将在节目中探索郭培的创业历程，讨论她的作品如何从个人经历、山川草木、神话传说以及欧亚着装传统中撷取灵感。郭培更会与我们分享自己的创意工序，解答她如何将不同寻常的面料与流光溢彩的刺绣结合，制作出可穿的艺术品。郭培将在与奥克兰美术馆馆长 Kirsten Lacy 的交流中开诚布公地分享创作心得，不要错过这绝无仅有的良机！ 通过如下《Cultured Conve

Cultured Conversations with Liz Mitchell
In this episode of Cultured Conversations, we welcome Liz Mitchell, member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to the NZ Fashion industry, and one of New Zealand’s leading fashion designers. Liz has dressed some of New Zealand’s most high profile women including the Governor-General of New Zealand, Dame Cindy Kiro and her work has graced the red carpet at the Oscars. We discuss Liz’s role as an Ambassador for Campaign for Wool (a global endeavour initiated in 2010 by the former Prince of Wales), the versatility and transformative nature of wool, and how government can support New Zealand’s wool industry. Liz also shares her thoughts on the role between celebrities and fashion, sustainable design, as well as the impact of fast fashion on our health and environment. Watch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/4bLfeSP

Ngā Pakiaka: Like the Roots of a Tree
Connect with nature at the Gallery. ‘Ngā Pakiaka: Like the Roots of a Tree’ is a place where you can have a different Gallery experience – get hands-on and messy with fun art activities, play and let off steam, or curl up with a good book in a comfy nook. This space is for everyone of all ages and levels of interest in art to enjoy. Everything within ‘Ngā Pakiaka’ is inspired by the whenua (land) and all its living creatures, encouraging us to explore our connection to the taiao (natural environment). Visit us 10am–5pm daily. Entry is free. More info here: www.aucklandartgallery.com/ngapakiaka

Cultured Conversations with Dawn Freshwater
Cultured Conversations invites exceptional leaders to discuss the big issues facing the cultural community of Aotearoa New Zealand today. In this episode, we welcome Dawn Freshwater. Dawn is the Vice-Chancellor of University of Auckland - Waipapa Taumata Rau; a globally recognised leader in the field of higher education. She is the first female Vice-Chancellor of the university, where she commenced her role after holding several senior positions in the UK and Australia, most recently as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Western Australia. She is a passionate advocate for higher education and the impactful role it plays within communities. Watch the full episode on our website here: www.aucklandartgallery.com/CulturedConversationsDawn

Welcome to the astonishing world of Guo Pei. In this Aotearoa New Zealand exclusive exhibition, explore over 60 fantastical creations by globally renowned Chinese couture designer Guo Pei. ‘Guo Pei: Fashion, Art, Fantasy 郭培：时装之幻梦’ opens at the Gallery on Saturday 9 December. Exhibition tickets available now: www.aucklandartgallery.com/guopei 欢迎来到美轮美奂的郭培幻梦世界。 此次在新西兰举办的独家展览，将为您创造近距离观赏 60 余件出自享誉世界的中国时尚 设计师郭培女士的绚丽杰作。 《郭培：时装之幻梦》将于 12 月 9 日星期六于奥克兰美术馆开幕。

Cultured Conversations with Taane Mete
Cultured Conversations invites exceptional leaders to discuss the big issues facing the cultural community of Aotearoa New Zealand today. In this episode, we welcome Taane Mete. Taane is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most renowned dancers, choreographers and yoga teachers. Taane has danced in all major dance companies in Aotearoa and has sustained his performing career for more than four decades. Taane and his life’s work is inspired by his late parents in remembrance of the gifts and wisdom they taught him. Influenced by mātauranga Māori and the rich cultural tapestry of Aotearoa, his artistic expression is steeped in tea o Māori and his embodied spiritual practice experience as a dancer, yoga teacher and massage body worker brings together the ‘healing arts'. Watch the full episode now on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Lw28zpCXpNo

Ever Present: First Peoples of Australia sneak peek
CLOSING THIS WEEKEND There are just a few days left to see 'Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia' before it closes on Sunday 29 October. Don't miss your chance to explore the largest overview of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art to be presented in Aotearoa (seriously, it's huge!) 🤯 Entry is FREE. This exhibition is presented by the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra and Wesfarmers Arts in partnership with the Gallery.

In the latest episode of Cultured Conversations, we welcome Helen Carroll – Curator of the Wesfarmers Collection of Australian Art and director of the philanthropic arm of WesFarmers. Helen has been in the business for 30 years, stewarding the Wesfarmers Arts' sponsorship programme which provides $3 million annually to the performing and visual arts in Western Australia. 'Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia', currently on display at the Gallery, is presented by Wesfarmers Arts and the National Gallery of Australia. Watch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/3Qc1GFA Cultured Conversations is a digital series produced by Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Exploring issues and ideas from the cultural sector in Aotearoa New Zealand, this series is hosted by Gallery Director, Kirsten Lacy, and invites exceptional leaders from arts, philanthropy, economics and politics to discuss topical issues facing the sector today.

Cultured Conversations with Tina Baum
In our latest episode of Cultured Conversations, we welcome Tina Baum. Tina is from the Gulumirrgin (Larrakia)/Wardaman/Karajarri peoples of the Northern Territory and Western Australia with Japanese, Chinese, Filipino, Scottish, and German heritage. She has over 30 years’ experience working in Museums and Galleries throughout Australia and is the Curator of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art at the National Gallery of Australia. Watch the full episode on our website here: https://bit.ly/3PBpVwX

Cultured Conversations with Joe Pihema
Cultured Conversations is a digital series produced by the Gallery. Exploring issues and ideas from the cultural sector in Aotearoa New Zealand, this series is hosted by Gallery Director, Kirsten Lacy, and invites exceptional leaders from arts, philanthropy, economics and politics to discuss topical issues facing the sector today. Rich with diverse voices and inspirational ideas, Cultured Conversations gives us the chance to hear from proven leaders engaged in the issues that face our cultural communities. In this episode, we welcome Joe Pihema of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei. Joe is a tribal historian, Te Reo expert and senior tikanga advisor to Ngāti Whātua. He has worked in Māori education for over 25 years and also in Māori Broadcasting and the cultural and heritage sector. Joe was Deputy Director and Curator of Collections of the Tairāwhiti Museum from 1998 to 2004, and also a member of Te Papa National Services Bicultural Committee. Joe is a former member of the Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust Board and Tupuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority and is a current member of the Auckland War Memorial Museum; Taumata-a-Iwi. Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/3Rvg8ej

'Brent Harris: The Other Side' presents haunting and sometimes humorous works dating from the late 1980s to the present. The first major survey exhibition of the artist’s work to be held in Aotearoa New Zealand, this free exhibition closes Sunday 17 September. Free entry. More info here: www.aucklandartgallery.com/BrentHarris

Brent Harris: The Other Side
LAST CHANCE 'Brent Harris: The Other Side' closes this Sunday (17 September). A prolific painter and printmaker, Brent Harris’ career spans more than four decades. His work is well known for haunting imagery that is often charged with an emotional intensity. 'Brent Harris: The Other Side', guest curated by Jane Devery, is the first major survey exhibition of the artist’s work to be held in Aotearoa New Zealand. Hear what visitors are saying about the exhibition in our latest video. Entry is free. Find out more about the exhibition here: www.aucklandartgallery.com/brentharris

LAST CHANCE 'Brent Harris: The Other Side' closes this Sunday (17 September). A prolific painter and printmaker, Brent Harris’ career spans more than four decades. His work is well known for haunting imagery that is often charged with an emotional intensity. 'Brent Harris: The Other Side', guest curated by Jane Devery, is the first major survey exhibition of the artist’s work to be held in Aotearoa New Zealand. Hear what visitors are saying about the exhibition in our latest video. Entry is free. Find out more about the exhibition here: www.aucklandartgallery.com/brentharris

Did you know that our newest exhibition has FREE entry? 🤩 ‘Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia’ is free for everyone to visit – whether you’re a resident or overseas visitor. This exhibition is a celebration of art by First Peoples of Australia, highlighting the diverse peoples and artistic practices across Australia. We may be a bit biased, but walking through ‘Ever Present’ for the first time and exploring its 150 stunning artworks is a breathtaking experience 💛 If you haven't already, we can't wait for you to see this one! Open daily, 10am–5pm. More exhibition info here: www.aucklandartgallery.com/everpresent 'Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia' is presented by the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra and Wesfarmers Arts in partnership with Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki and supported by the Australian Government.

💥 OPEN TODAY 💥 Here’s a sneak peek of our brand-new exhibition, ‘Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia’ 😍 With over 150 stunning artworks, this FREE exhibition celebrates the diverse peoples and artistic practices across Australia. We can’t wait for you to see it! Open 10am–5pm, free entry. More info here: www.aucklandartgallery.com/everpresent ‘Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia' is presented by the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra and Wesfarmers Arts in partnership with Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki and supported by the Australian Government.