Ceramicists Peter and Kirsty combine colours reminiscent of the 1950s to create a modern range of bowls, plates, tumblers and vases inspired by popular historic designs. The duo are part of a group of designer-makers with diverse backgrounds in ceramics, jewellery, photography and food. As well as hand building pieces individually, they use many other techniques from slip-casting to china painting.
11 Post Studio is the collaborative venture of Katie and Mike Maahs, working from their home on Waiheke Island. Each artists in their own right, Katie and Mike are inspired by the beauty, history and symbolism of New Zealand postage stamps and combine their skills to create distinctive artworks accentuating these aspects of the humble stamp.
From her home on beautiful Waiheke Island, designer Melanie Wadham has started her own eco-friendly lingerie line, By Nature, specialising in sustainability without compromising on luxury. Her garments are made from bamboo fabric, which is naturally antibacterial and as soft as silk, as well as being environmentally sound.
Based on Waiheke Island, bibliophile Louise Thompson is the steady hand and practiced eye behind the gorgeous journals and photographic prints of Bibliographica. Highly crafted and characterised by a close attention to detail, Louise’s work has an ethereal quality worthy of becoming an heirloom. What … Read more »
Craft Plus is a special event being run by the Waiheke Community Art Gallery this Queen’s Birthday Weekend. Featuring inspiring speakers, a craft market and workshops, Craft Plus explores where art and craft meet today. Find out more on the Waiheke Community Art Gallery website. … Read more »