Dawn's work draws upon traditional hand-making skills, sculpting and mould making combined with her love of design. I had the pleasure of asking the talented ceramic artist, Dawn Clayden about what makes her tick and what her creative process looks like.
We are proud + excited to to share with you three incredible artists, each inspired by the ephemeral and fleeting beauty of flora and nature. Each artist has rendered their work using contrasting materials, yet share a love for colour, texture and form. We hope you enjoy this wonderful celebration...
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...
Kyla Creswell's practice relates back to the land. It is grounded in the space where she stands. Her work over the past two decades has often reflected on challenges faced by the natural environment, focusing on nature’s fragility, tenacity and resilience.
Phillipa utilises the age old technique of enamelling her distinctive jewellery. We asked her a few questions about her creative process.
In celebration of Matariki, we had the privilege of asking Adele and Richie of Borrowed Earth about their beautiful new collection of ceramics and how they honour the Māori New Year.
Luella and Hannah paid a visit to an iconic space in New Plymouth, the Fernery at Pukekura Park. With the help of our friend and amazing photographer, Katie O'Neill, we captured the glassworks of Keith Grinter which were right at home among the tropical flora.
Daniel grew up near Piha on Auckland's wild west coast. His work is inspired by his lifelong connection to the ocean and passion for surfing. The son of two 70's basket weavers, his own creativity emerged during high school workshop design classes, where he developed a love of working with...
Hamish is an award-winning printmaker and painter based in Kāpiti. He recently returned home to Aotearoa NZ after 14 years living in London. His art consistently features conceptual abstracts, landscapes, seascapes, and horizons. Because of his love of nature and our surroundings there is usually a nature-based narrative underpinning his...
