Christina Pataialii – Home by Dark

Peter McLeavey Gallery 147 Cuba Street, Wellington

Join our gallery visit to McLeavey Gallery to view 'Home by Dark', and hear Gallery Manager, Grace Ridley-Smith introduce the work of Christina Pataialii, one of New Zealand’s most exciting, young artists.  Her bold, expressive paintings are alive with movement, colour and a sense of immediacy.

$20.00 – $25.00

Friends Preview – Modern Living: Design in 1950s New Zealand

Toi Art, Level 4, Te Papa Te Papa, 55 Cable Street, Wellington, New Zealand

The Friends are delighted to invite you to a preview afternoon of the new exhibition Modern Living: Design in 1950s New Zealand before it opens to the general public on 22 August.

Free

Floortalk – Modern Living: Design in 1950s New Zealand

Toi Art, Level 4, Te Papa Te Papa, 55 Cable Street, Wellington, New Zealand

The Friends have the unique opportunity to be shown around the new exhibition Modern Living: Design in 1950s New Zealand by Curator Justine Olsen.

$15.00 – $25.00

Anthesis Gallery Visit

Anthesis Art Gallery, Level 3/33 Cuba Street, Wellington

Join us on our gallery visit to Anthesis Gallery, meet artist and studio owner Tatyana Kulida and get an intimate view into the art making process. Numbers are limited so book early.

$15.00 – $20.00

High Tea: Fabulous Flowers

Rangimarie, L3, Te Papa Te Papa, 55 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Celebrate the change of season over a spring-themed High Tea. Dr Rebecca Rice (Curator Historical New Zealand Art) begins the afternoon by introducing us to a special selection of the exquisite watercolours and publications of Sarah Featon who, with her female contemporaries, operated in the emerging field of botanical science. These items from Te Papa's collections will provide a wonderful context for appreciating and celebrating the contributions of these women to science, and to art. Followed by High Tea with a floral theme.

$75.00 – $85.00

Gallery Tour: Frances Hodgkins

Adam Art Gallery Victoria University, Wellington, New Zealand

Private tour to Adam Art Gallery -Te Pātaka Toi to view 'Frances Hodgkins: European Journeys' which traces Hodgkins’ life through France, Morocco and Spain to her final days in England.

$15.00 – $20.00

Gallery Tour (ii): Frances Hodgkins

Adam Art Gallery Victoria University, Wellington, New Zealand

In response to popular demand, we are thrilled to offer members a repeat tour to Adam Art Gallery for a private viewing of Auckland Art Gallery’s touring exhibition 'Frances Hodgkins: European Journeys'.

$15.00 – $20.00

Talk: Burne-Jones’ 1871 Italian Sketchbook

Te Huinga Centre, Level 3, Te Papa 55 Cable Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Join us for a unique opportunity to hear about the 198 page sketchbook from Te Papa's collections, which will be on show. The sketchbook documents Burne-Jones Italian destinations, including Pisa, Florence, Rome, Assisi and Perugia amongst others.

$20.00 – $30.00

Lyall Bay Studio and Gallery Visits

Jane Blackmore 1/56 Kingsford Smith Street, Lyall Bay, Wellington

Join us by the sea in Lyall Bay to visit three studio/galleries offering a great variety of beautiful art and craft.

$20.00 – $25.00

Workshop: Painting Kākāpō

Toi Art, Level 5, Te Papa Te Papa, 55 Cable Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

We're collaborating with Paintvine to bring you an art workshop like no other. Get exclusive access to Toi Art, create an art work to take home, privately view collection items and enjoy drinks, snacks and music. Keen to join us, grab a seat now limited places available.

$60.00 – $75.00