Muriwai Arts Trail 2022

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 gardens and grounds.

Muriwai Lodge and Deli: Located in the 100 year old historical Muriwai Lodge. Locally famous for their sourdough and donuts! Plus works on display from local artists.

Muriwai Links Golf Club: Ranked as one of New Zealand’s top golf courses with prime views of the Pacific ocean. Visit the pop up gallery and exhibition at the Pro shop. Refreshments available in the club house.

Sand Art on Muriwai beach experiences: Two interactive sand art sessions suitable for all ages. Please bring a bucket and/or rake for a fun, creative and inspiring experience. Children please bring an adult.

Kumeu Arts Centre: Pop in and see the Kumeu art awards exhibition. Talented artists from the local area including Muriwai. A feast for the eyes. TO INCLUDE?

Scan the QR code for the app with arts trail navigation and details.
www.muriwaiartsopenstudios.com  Look for the blue and black flags

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. 

Artweek at Muriwai degustation

Guests on the art degustation tours had a delightful time visiting eight artists at seven studios. They were delighted with the variety and standard of works. Each studio offered food and drink, along with a special artist talk and a special preview of work specifically prepared for Artweek Auckland.

The Sundowner included seven varietals of wine from Hunting Lodge wineries (one of our local wineries). Big thank you to the Hunting Lodge for sponsoring their delicious wine. This was a perfect accompaniment for the Sundowner degustation.

Celebrating Artweek Auckland at Muriwai 10/11 Oct and 17/18 October

Join us for ARTWEEK AUCKLAND 2020

If you'd like a bit of colour in your life, we invite you to make Muriwai your destination to celebrate the arts. Please join us for Artweek Auckland 2020 with one or more Muriwai events over two weekends 10/11 AND 17/18 October.

We have four different events:

  • OPENING EVENT: Saturday 10 October - two delectable Art Degustation events.

  • Sunday 11 Oct, Saturday 17 Oct and Sunday 18 Oct: Open studio arts trail

  • Sunday 11 Oct, Saturday 17 Oct and Sunday 18 Oct: New event at Good From Scratch Cookery School with local artists plus food and drinks for sale too.

  • Saturday 17 Oct and Sunday 18 Oct: Interactive sand art sessions lead by Sand Artist Lesley Dixon

See below to learn more.

OPENING EVENT: ART DEGUSTATIONS SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER ONLY

Eat, Drink, Chat & See Art: "A great event - great hospitality and impressive talent...really appreciated hearing the stories from the artists."

We are kicking off Artweek Auckland 2020 with Muriwai Arts Degustation High Tea & Sundowner. Be the first to see many new works. Book now to avoid disappointment.

A delicious and fun concept to enjoy and ‘digest’ art. Each experience includes a tour of local Muriwai studios, with an exclusive artist talk at each studio, art for purchase and on display, along with accompanying food and drink. All the senses satisfied! An intimate group, with both tours limited to only 12 people each. Transport around the studios is included (guests will be collected from the Muriwai tennis courts). A full refund will be given if Covid restrictions mean this event can not go ahead.

High Tea (10:45am-2:30pm) $55pp & Sundowner (4:45-8:30pm) $85pp       

To book email: muriwaiopenstudios@gmail.com

MURIWAI ARTS TRAIL - new artists and new studios for 2020

Your chance to visit an incredible group of artists in their own creative setting. Painters, potters, photographers, sculptors, poets, illustrators, authors, jewellery, textile and embroidery artists – new work will showcase the diverse ideas and talents of this truly dedicated group. Look for the blue and black flags - we are OPEN. Download map Learn more

ART AT GOOD FROM SCATCH: A taster of local art, food, wine, beer

Good From Scratch founders Mike and Bee van de Elzen will have artworks and artists from the area on their beautiful 13 acre property. Artists include Jeff Thomson (AKA the corrugated iron man), John Mayne, Marlon Hart, Toni Tanner and Karuna Douglas. Mediums include sculpture, ink on paper, ceramics and weaving. More information.

Recently opened as a cooking school, this architecturally designed property will be transformed for this event. As well as an exhibition of artworks, with artists onsite they will also offer refreshments for sale including food, coffee, local wine and beer. A perfect destination to enjoy local art, food and drink. About Good From Scratch Cookery School

SAND ART SESSIONS: Be creative and join Lesley for her interactive sand art session

Muriwai sand artist, Lesley Dixon is delighted to share her skills building large-scale sandcastles, sculptures and creating sand art drawings. 

Join Lesley and enjoy her free interactive sand art sessions suitable for all ages (children please bring an adult). Carefully timed to fit in with the tides, these are fun, creative and inspiring sessions. Bring a rake and/or bucket. Visit Lesley’s facebook page Sand Magic by Lesley and Instagram sandmagicbylesley. Meet at the Muriwai Open Studio blue and black flags.  Learn more       

Sat 17 Oct 2pm at the main Muriwai Beach (sculpture)   

Sun 18 Oct 3pm at Maukatia (Maori) Bay Beach (sand drawing)

Artist Profile – Suzanne Way, Painter

Artist Profile – Suzanne Way, Painter

“I have been painting for approximately 10 years. However, since moving to Muriwai 4 years ago with my family, I have taken painting more seriously. I joined the Muriwai Arts Collective (MAOS), and found this to be a hugely positive move forward, prompting me to exhibit my work and be involved in lasts years ‘Open Studio’ art trail. Some pretty big steps which I might add, were slightly terrifying at the time, but hugely rewarding and successful..”