Until 11 June 2010

Art outside the Classroom

A special exhibition of art work from Southland’s year seven and eight students. This multimedia display has been inspired by visits to the Southland Museum and Art Gallery as part of the Learning Experiences Outside the Classroom programme funded by the Ministry of Education.

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Until 1 August

Sock it to ‘em

Celebrating the resurgence of hand made socks, this exhibition presents a sock extragavanza, from tailored retro walk socks to that “out there” art piece. Wonderful colours and patterns in a range of shapes, sizes and materials. A vibrant and imaginative display from members of Creative Fibre New Zealand.

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Until 1 August

Mirek Smíšek
60 Years 60 Pots

Czeckoslovakian born potter Mirek Smíšek has brought inspiration to many New Zealanders since he began making ceramics in 1952 in Nelson. Studies in Japan and England developed his approach to clay: what it means to make a pot and how to impart strength and freedom within a purpose. This belief combined with his sensitivity to form and surface, and his considerable technical skills has resulted in exceptional ceramics. Exhibition developed by Mahara Gallery Waikanae. Curated by Gary Fremantle.

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10 July - 14 November

Mō Tātou – The Ngāi Tahu Whānui Exhibition
Mō Tātou, ā, mō kā uri, ā murī ake nei. For us and our children after us.

This exhibition tells the story of the distinct and dynamic culture of the South Island’s Ngāi Tahu people.

Developed in partnership by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and Ngāi Tahu Iwi Steering Group and toured by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, this exhibition celebrates the past and present, and invites visitors to learn about

Ngāi Tahu values, and share their vision for the future through
taonga (treasures), photographs, audio visual displays , and art.

Callum Parsons - Fiordland Crested Penguin on the Beach

Dale Smith - I’ve got my eyes on you

Mirek Smíšek - Bowl, Te Horo, 1980’s. Cobalt, manganese, iron salt glaze on
porcelain, 110 x 150. Collection Jeanne Macaskill

Tiki (Pounamu), Collection of the Southland Museum & Art Gallery