Sugar Loafing Arts Cast

26/11/2024

Note new date for the opening celebration, it is now Wednesday 4th December, 6.00pm

26/11/2024

25/11/2024

Opening event on Wednesday 27 Nov. All welcome! Exhibition is on until end of January. Check it out!

Hāwera’s Lysaght Watt Gallery is on the move this month, relocating to a new custom-built space within Te Ramanui o Ruapūtahanga. The new cultural centre, which also features the public library, i-Site and a new café, will open to the public on 25 November.
The gallery closed the doors on the Union Street premises next to the Hāwera Town Square, following the Taranaki Arts Trail exhibition on 10 November.

Gallery Secretary Jan Wairua says “The relocation of the Lysaght Watt art gallery to Te Ramanui o Te Ruapūtahanga marks the end of an era and the exciting dawn of a new chapter. After 17 years of enriching the local cultural landscape in its beloved, familiar space in Union Street, the gallery bids farewell to its historic location, where countless exhibitions and artistic milestones have unfolded. With change comes opportunity. The gallery's move to a fresh, dynamic site alongside the Library heralds a new beginning - one that promises to breathe new life into its mission of connecting art with diverse audiences. Volunteer gallery hosting has always been a mainstay of the Lysaght Watt Gallery and we look forward to this remaining so.”

The inaugural exhibition at Lysaght Watt Gallery in Hāwera will showcase the diversity of artists in South Taranaki, featuring artworks that reflect the scope of contemporary art in the district.
Curated by South Taranaki District Council Arts Co-ordinator Michaela Stoneman, Tuata’i – First will feature works in a wide variety of mediums by 20 South Taranaki artists.
“We have a wealth of amazing artists in South Taranaki, each with a unique voice and approach, demonstrating remarkable skill and insight. This show will host a mix of established and emerging artists from our arts community and offers a platform for connection, future collaborations and celebration of our collective creativity’ Stoneman says.
Submitted works include painting, whakairo, printmaking, sculpture, jewellery, textiles, photography and assemblage. The featured artists live throughout the South Taranaki district, including Ōeo, Pūniho, Ōhawē, Pātea, Ōpunakē, Waverley, Hāwera, Eltham, Pungarehu and Manaia.

Artists featured in the exhibition are: Lisa Armett, Mark Bellringer, Gabrielle Belz, Steven Boothe, Dale Copeland, James Davidson, Viv Davy, Kris Donaldson, Reeve Hokopaura, Maree Horner, Paul Hutchinson, Claire Jensen, Jennifer Laracy, Meka Mauriri, Daniel McCrae, Remo Roger Morris, Marianne Muggeridge, Holly Smith, Charlotte Stark and Tim Wigmore.

Tuata’i - First
25 November 2024 - 25 January 2025
Lysaght Watt Gallery, Hāwera
Opening Event: 6.00 pm, Wednesday 27 November 2024 – All welcome

21/11/2024

BDA Grad show - on until 29 November!

20/11/2024

Taranaki artist Amy Sao Tui combines wood and wool in her art that honours her Samoan ancestry. Check out Amy’s work and the spectacular tapa we discuss at the Lalaga: Le Hui Fono exhibition at Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre.
Tune in to Sugar Loafing Arts Cast this Saturday at 11 am on Access Radio Taranaki 104.4 FM

19/11/2024

Celebrating the impact of kapa haka on people and communities!

18/11/2024

16/11/2024

Check out the Stratford Art Society Spring exhibition at Percy Thomson Gallery 16 Nov- 8 Dec, with 180 works from 58 artists.

16/11/2024

14/11/2024

Jennifer Halli: SOLUS
On view at MIGHT COULD
Saturday & Sunday 10am -1pm

13/11/2024

Rainbow Youth have taken over the ARTSpace with TRANSformation, a group exhibition, this month! Benson, Nyrah, Evie and Wes talk art, Trans Week of Awareness, and the connection between life and art on Sugar Loafing Arts Cast this Saturday at 11am on Access Radio Taranaki 104.4 FM.
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12/11/2024

We’re gearing up for Trans Awareness Week 13-19 November!
This year, Rainbow Youth is bringing back a free Trans Health and Wellbeing Webinar, ideal for anyone supporting or working with Trans and gender-diverse individuals—whether you're a nurse, counselor, teacher, parent, or simply someone eager to learn.
The panel features a range of experts in trans health, including doctors, peer support workers, and other professionals, all ready to share insights on how best to support the Trans and gender-diverse community.

If you're interested please sign up using the registration form below! This webinar will be held via Zoom and you'll receive a link closer to the date.
Sign up: https://ry.org.nz/twoa-webinar