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Come celebrate the arts with 25 local artists - painting, photography, jewellery, ceramics, illustration, sculpture and textile creators all clearly inspired by the rugged coastal environment in which they live. These artists (many award winning) aim to inspire and nurture creativity through workshops, exhibitions, open studios and unique experiences. Proudly part of the North West Arts charitable Trust,
Open studio arts trail: A unique opportunity to meet the artists in their element and to view their art within the setting that has inspired it, learn or simply ‘step out of the ordinary’.
Art - food - drink @ Muriwai : Three great venues to see art, and taste local cuisine.
Good from Scratch: Owned and operated by Bee and celebrity chef Mike van de Elzen. Enjoy a sculpture exhibition from local artists and a walk through the beautiful gardens.
Kula Wellness Centre: Visit the pop-up gallery and enjoy the clifftop views. Nourishing food suitable for the whole family and kids playground also available.
Muriwai Lodge and Deli: Located in the 100 year old historical Muriwai Lodge. Locally famous for their sourdough and donuts!
Muriwai Links Golf Club: Visit the pop up gallery at one of New Zealand’s top golf courses with prime views of the Pacific ocean. Refreshments available in the club house.
Sand Art on Muriwai beach experiences: Two interactive sand art sessions suitable for all ages. Children please bring an adult.
Sat 25 Nov at 2pm: Sandcastles at Muriwai Beach - meet in front of the surf life saving hut. Please bring a bucket and spade. All ages welcome
Sun 26 Nov at 2.30pm: Sand Drawing at Maukatia/Maori Bay - Please bring a rake or stick. All ages welcome.
Kumeu Arts: Pop in and see the Kumeu Arts awards exhibition. Talented artists from the local area including Muriwai. A feast for the eyes.
Artists / Studio Numbers:
1 Tanya Blong - painting
2 Catrina Lloyd - painting
3 Joss Hong - jewellery
4 Pat Henley - painting
5 Liz Smith - textiles
6 Mette Hay - multidiscplinary
7 Laetitia Decan - painting
8 Kirsten Reid - painting & phtography / Stefanie Robinson - sculpture (Muriwai Golf Club)
9 Judy Stokes (Muriwai Lodge)
10 Karuna and Todd Douglas - ceramics
11 Christine Rose - ceramics/painting
12 Lilly Weeds - ceramics / Zoe McBridge - jewellery
13 Kula - Corry Louise Vandergeest and other open studio artists
14 GFS - Good From Scratch - refreshments available
Cherise Thomson / Lipika Sen / Jeff Thomson / Rikki Waugh / John Mayne- Sculpture Walk
Matt Sinclair - Painting
Open Studio artists will also have a work on display inside the venue
15 Kumeu Arts - Art Gallery
How to find us: If you are coming from Auckland City, follow the SH16 Auckland to Wellsford signs. After Kumeu Village, look for the Muriwai sign and turn left into Muriwai Road.