Information about events, exhibtions, workshops and more at Toi Pōneke.
Come into the gallery to see kai whakairo Whareahuru Gilbert doing some live carving. Whareahuru Gilbert hails from Te Āti Awa, Ngāti Toarangatira, Ngāti Raukawa and Ngāti Tama.
Toi Pōneke Arts Centre and the New Zealand School of Music - Te Kōki are pleased to announce the 7th annual Sound Art Residency, with a call for submissions.
Led by Grace Hoete (City Arts - Arts Advisor) This workshop will go over all the basic things you need to know to make a really good application to Wellington City Council’s Arts and Culture Fund.
Toi Pōneke Arts Centre are pleased to announce a brand-new Residency for a d/Deaf and/or disabled artist, with a call for submissions.
Join artists Fran Carter and Caroline Thomas at Toi Pōneke Gallery to hear more about Moments of Jewelleryness. Fran and Caroline will be in the gallery 10am - 4pm for pop in sessions.
Start your journey in Te Reo or brush up on the basics. Join us with Joan Costello from Reo Tūhono in a fun, relaxed, and encouraging course learning Te Reo.
The Imagining Decolonisation Wānanga, planned to run 18-20 February, unfortunately has been postponed.
With NZ being in COVID-19 Protection Framework ‘Red’ traffic light, and the rise in COVID cases, we are taking a cautious approach to ensure the safety of all those who were planning to attend.
Come and hear local dancer Sacha Copland (Java Dance) and musician/composer Tristan Carter talk about their recent cross-disciplinary collaboration. They will speak about how they use risk and vulnerability in their creative process.
Join Pip Adam (writer, novelist), James Gilberd (Photospace Gallery and Ghost-hunter) and Claire Harris (Visual Artist) in a discussion about themes in the exhibition Wound Whistled Air.
Calligratherapy (continuing 5 week programme of classes) combines western psychologist Jung’s theory of optimal wellbeing with the philosophy of the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy to promote this state of calm presence in the world.
The CIRCUIT Critical Forum is a fortnightly discussion group for Wellington based artists with a working relationship to the moving image.
In this workshop, we will talk and learn about the history of quilting and patchwork and the materials used in their creation. All materials provided, though participants are encouraged to bring in a piece of fabric or textile of their own to include in their work.
Featuring Emma Barnes, Rachel McAlpine and Briana Jamieson alongside the artist Maisie Chilton.
Join us for an informal discussion with Maisie about her new solo exhibition Where Does it Hurt?
Due to Wellington being at Alert Level 2, the artists have decided to cancel the final live activation that was scheduled for Saturday 26 June at 2pm. The gallery will remain open on Saturday until 4pm, so if you haven't seen the show it's still well worth the visit!
Performers Bianca Hyslop and Paige Shand will co-inhabit the gallery space to perform a live activation through the modality of dance. A performance that has been crafted specifically for the installation: Te Mauri o Pōhutu. Artworks by Bianca Hyslop, Rowan Pierce and Tūī Matira Ranapiri Ransfield.
Gain an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi to work effectively within your community. In this workshop, you will gain an appreciation of the context, intentions and on- going significance of the treaty. These workshops are designed for our creative community as a professional development opportunity.
In this workshop artist Bailee Lobb will guide participants through the process of creating beautiful patterns on fabric using Shibori folding techniques. Shibori dying originates in Japan, and uses specific folding methods, along with tying, and clamping to create patterned cloth.
Join Bailee in her exhibition In Bathing, Bask in the Toi Pōneke Gallery for a casual conversation around the inflatable sculptures she has created.
Calligratherapy ( 10 week programme of classes) combines western psychologist Jung’s theory of optimal wellbeing with the philosophy of the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy to promote this state of calm presence in the world.
Join us for a pertinent and facscinating discussion around ecology, utopia, dystopia and how we imagine our futures. A panel discussion featuring academics Dr Nicholas Holm and Dr Sy Taffel and photographers Wayne Barrar and Clayton Morgan.
Wellington City Council has developed a new strategy for innovation and creation in Wellington.
What do you think?
Simon Cuming talks with Mike Heynes, Pip Adams and Paora Allen as part of the Curators of Cuba series.
As part Simon Cumings' exhibition Barnacles on the Balls of Industry, a sound performance will take place during the Cuba Dupa Festival.
Come and give this free workshop a go. Learn how to make your own electronic business card.
Interested in Indian style dance or wanting to try a new fun dance style?
Come along to our free Open Day workshop and learn how to Kathak dance.
Learn the basics of body painting in this one off beginners workshop. Explore different techniques to paint yourself or your friends for fun.
Come and give this free workshop a go. Get some great tips on acrylic painting from our in house art tutor Stephanie Woodman.
Join in on a fun and accessible Dance and Improv class run by Toi Pōneke’s resident Dance Company - Java Dance Theatre.
Roll up all you art lovers and hacks. Bring your old art pieces in to trade. Find a classic gem or perhaps the next Picasso or Tracey Emin!
