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Toi-Mairangi,
He kete aronui o te ako
He muka tāngata
He muka kōrari

Mairangi Arts Centre,
An unique basket where knowledge of arts and culture are pursued.
Strands connect and bind all our people, just as
strands connect and bind art and culture to the health
and wellbeing of our community.

Te Herenga Waka o Orewa gifted this Hakatauāki / collaborative Māori proverb representing our collective approach towards working with other partnering organisations, schools and community.

 

Mairangi Bay Walking Trail Map

Catalyse collaborated with our local community to produce a Mairangi Bay Community Map that was recently launched connecting local organisations together through walking paths within our neighbourhood.

Download the map here to explore and enjoy the wonders and delights of Mairangi Bay!

Community Youth Mural With Emma Jane

Artist Emma Jane Ormsby has worked with our local youth to create a mural within our Mairangi Arts Garden. This collaborative mural is a vivid portrayal of community harmony, conceptualized and brought to life by the youth of the Mairangi Bay area. This artwork symbolizes the weaving together of diverse people and ideas, akin to the intertwined strands in raranga (Māori weaving). The use of cut layers in the design is a nod to the harakeke (flax) leaves used in these practices, with patterns like the poutama and kaokao representing the journey towards knowledge and the strength found in unity.

Artist Emma Jane Ormsby grew up locally on the North Shore of Auckland and is of Ngāti Maniapoto and Ngāti Porou descent.

This mural, crafted by the hands of young artists, stands as a testament to their vision of a connected community, drawing strength from its diversity and a shared respect for Te Ao Marama (the natural world) and Te Ao Māori (the Māori world).

This community art project was made possible through the partnership with Bays in Action Think Tank Network and proudly supported by Hibiscus And Bays Local Board and Resene.

Matariki Exhibition

Each year, we gather and collaborate with local schools and community organisations to create kites and displays to celebrate Matariki. We make the most of this season by gathering with our partnering organisations and making new connections with those that are interested to participate.

 

 

 

 

Wairau Valley Special School Transition Centre

We appreciate the support and involvement of the students and teachers of Wairau Valley Special School Transition Centre who visit us weekly through the school term.

They create unique one off friendship bracelets at our studio that are on display and can be purchased at our Gallery Store. All proceeds from the sales of these bracelets go back to this initiative which allows them to expand their amazing bead collection!

 

 

MAC Community Garden

Our garden situated above our main facilities is community led. We hold ongoing working bees to develop and maintain the grounds to be accessible and enjoyed by the public. Thank you to the businesses and organisations below that have supported this initiative. Please get in touch with us through our Facebook page to get involved!

  • Mitre 10 Grove
  • Milford Rotary Club
  • Rotary Interact- Westlake Boys College
  • the Mairangi Bay Scouts
  • Please get in touch with us through our Facebook page to get involved!

Have a look here for a short YouTube video of the garden renovations.

Last year, we were privileged to host two international Friendship concerts in conjunction with the World Choir Games. These amazing performances including this snippet from Germany’s choir, Sängerkreis Hildburghausen, left us spellbound. 
This year, we are excited to offer our gallery for hire to choir groups seeking an ideal acoustic environment. The vaulted ceilings within the space create a rich and resonant sound that will elevate your rehearsals and performances. Ready to make some beautiful music? Email us at info@mairangiarts.co.nz to get started 🎶
📢 Notice: Long Weekend Closure 📢

Mairangi Arts Centre will be closed this weekend & coming Monday for the long weekend. We will reopen on Tuesday at 9:30 AM.

We hope you enjoy a creative and relaxing weekend! 🎨✨
🌟 Meet Melissa Mead, Your Pottery Tutor! 🌟

Are you ready to embark on a creative journey? Join us at Mairangi Arts Centre, where the talented Melissa Mead has been inspiring pottery enthusiasts since 2020! With 17 years of experience, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge, passion and compassion to her classes.

✨ What can you expect? Handbuilding and Wheel Throwing foundations of pinch, coil and slab to create most any form.  Melissa is able to start complete beginners and assist intermediate potters to gain and strengthen their skills.  With 7 unique glazes that can be layered, allowing you to create over 40 stunning colors! She also teaches the use of slips and underglazes, enriching your pottery skills even further. Whether you want to master wheel throwing, explore handbuilding techniques, or delve into surface decoration and glazing, Melissa has you covered.

Her mission? To help support you in developing your creative skills  and discover your best self through the transformative power of clay. 🌈

We’re excited to share that our classes are sponsored by CCG Products such as paint on glazes from Amaco and Mayco, Mason stains and more, further enhancing your creative experience!

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and foster your creativity. Sign up for a session with Melissa today and experience the joy of pottery!

Click this link in our bio to book!
This Autumn, Tāmaki Makaurau will be celebrating the vibrancy of its people with its multicultural festival,  World of Cultures. Mairangi Arts Centre is thrilled to be part of this festival by celebrating our diverse community with our exhibition & opening event, Culture & Beyond.

Three ways to participate:

#1 Submit your artworks
Do you have an artwork or two that shares something about your culture?  Or do you identify with more than one culture and your artwork and/or expression celebrates your distinctive background? To submit your artwork, please fill out the form below.

#2 Share an experience at our opening event
For our exhibition day opening, Saturday 22 March, we invite our community to share a cultural experience. This could be storytelling for youth, playing a game or a performance that provides a glimpse into your culture or diverse cultural background. If you are keen to participate, please get in touch with us at office@mairangiarts.co.nz
 
#3 Send us a flyer of what you do
Do you run a community organisation or local business that provides cultural services (workshops, activities, fashion) or cuisines (eateries, catering) in our area? Tell us a little about what you do and send us a digital A4 flyer promoting your service or products to office@mairangiarts.co.nz. Your submitted flyer will be part of a community display showcasing the cultural offerings within our community.

Please fill in the form below to enter!

CALL FOR PARTICIPATION:  https://forms.gle/KX2QdxgcgmLFtWHu9

Proudly supported by

CCG Logo Sponsorship
Ray White Sponsors
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