Slow Art Day

Good art is good for you, and that’s why we’re prescribing you a day dedicated to browsing, looking and listening. Slow Art Day returns with a slow-paced but jam-packed programme of artist talks and beautiful exhibitions all over town.

The international event Slow Art Day was created to encourage us all to look at art for a little longer, in the hope that we not only see more, but also get to know the works in greater detail. At the same time, slowing down, and being present, is one of those things that are somehow so hard to do in our busy lives, and yet, so important for our wellbeing.

So, amidst the excitement and whirlwind that is the Arts Festival, we invite you to take things slowly on our second Saturday. We have prepared a few events to guide you through the day, but really: take your time, explore at your own pace and enjoy the rich arts scene of Whakatū.

List of Participating Galleries:

Refinery ArtSpace: By Whakatū Residency Sharing | 2pm
Atelier Studio|Gallery: Manu Tutetue | Charles + Janine Williams
Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū: Hineukurangi + Stop Making Sense
Cultural Conversations: Make Art Not War | Rana Hamida
Refinery ArtSpace: Waka of Dreams: Punanga Pohewa | Lissy + Rudi Robinson-Cole with Hollie Tawhiao
Lee Woodman Studio: Myths & Legends | Sam Duckor-Jones
Quiet Dog Gallery: Exhibition by Lisa Chandler + Artist Talk 2pm
Craig Potton Gallery | Curator Talks 11am + 1pm
Little Beehive
Protean Art
Viewfinder Window
around town: Whispers in the Streets
… more to come!

The full schedule of artist talks and special presentations will be available closer to the date. Please check back here, sign up to our newsletter or follow along on our social media!