Taranaki is well known for its wild west wind, surf and beauty all of which you will find at Back Beach.
This special location is a favourite with surfers, dog walkers, families, nature enthusiasts and visitors alike. If you feel like shaking off the dust from the day, breathing in the salty air and dipping your toes in the surf is an assured way of feeling instant rejuvenation and an appreciation for what nature has to offer.
Taranaki is well known for its wild west wind, surf and beauty all of which you will find at Back Beach.
This special location is a favourite with surfers, dog walkers, families, nature enthusiasts and visitors alike. If you feel like shaking off the dust from the day, breathing in the salty air and dipping your toes in the surf is an assured way of feeling instant rejuvenation and an appreciation for what nature has to offer.
We took the beautiful glass works of Justin Culina to Back Beach, where they looked fabulous and dynamic among the shimmering and wild surroundings. Justin's glass works are renown for their undulating and fluid form, paying homage to our unique coastal setting here in Aotearoa.
From shells, to ocean currents, birds, and natural flora, Justin gathers inspiration drawn from the the ever enduring energy of nature.
Here in Taranaki, Back Beach is one of many popular and iconic locations around the surf highway. Taranaki's famous surf breaks are in full force here, ocean swells surging and sweeping across the bay, and at its heart and centre, the majestic Ngā Motu / Sugar Loaf Islands, nestled beside the towering Paritutu Rock. The largest of the islands, Moturoa Island, and Motumahanga is the island furthest from shore.
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We also extend our deepest gratitude to the artists, designers, makers, and creatives who have shaped Kina over the years. Your talent, dedication, and creativity are the foundation of this space, and your work has left a lasting impression on our community.
Louise Douglas is a long standing jewellery artist here at Kina, creating delicate and distinctive works inspired by her natural surroundings. We had the pleasure of asking Louise about what makes her tick and what her creative process looks like.
Holly Roach is a versatile artist known for her gorgeously emotive landscapes. Sweeping brush strokes and a striking array of colours inspired by natural surroundings set the tone within her luscious compositions.
We are excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming exhibition, Journeyscapes, which will be held in August 2024. This exhibition will explore the multifaceted concept of journeys, delving into both the physical and metaphorical paths that shape our experiences and identities.
