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SEPTEMBER
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The Commodification of Identity forum |
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Saturday 4 September, 2pm In the gallery
This Saturday join Maui Solomon (from The Morirori of Rekohu exhibition), Moana Jackson, Moana Maniopoto with an introduction by Susan Forbes.
This will be a forum discussion and debate on intellectual and cultural property. What are the ethics in and around the issue of cultural property and the commodification of identity?
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Mouth and Foot Artists demonstration and floortalk by Kerrin Tilley |
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Friday 10, Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 September,
each day at 2pm
(The Sunday demonstration and floortalk is in conjunction with the exhibition opening 2pm Sunday 12 September)
The Mouth and Foot Painting Artists is a self-help organisation which gives disabled people the opportunity to fulfill their creative ambitions while still maintaining financial independence. Here in New Zealand there are 22 artists.
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Nga Kakahu - Change & Exchange exhibition opening and Artist Talk |
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Change & Exchange exhibition opening
Sunday 19 September 1.45pm,
Artist Talk - Roka Ngarimu-Cameron 2.30pm
Change & Exchange exhibition opening is on Sunday 19 September at 1.45pm followed by an artist talk by Roka Ngarimu-Cameron at 2.30pm
Roka Ngarimu-Cameron will talk about the similarities between the kilt and the cloak. Nga Kakahu: Change & Exchange is a celebration of the art of Maori weaving from both a Maori and Pakeha perspective. The exhibition brings together for the first time sculptor Jo Torr and Maori weaver, Roka Ngarimu-Cameron, who both find inspiration in the traditional Maori art of cloak weaving.
Image: Left, Roka Ngarimu-Cameron Korowai 2008 Right, Jo Torr Ngore 2009, courtesy of the Mark Hutchins Gallery
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Contemporary Art Curator Helen Kedgley in conversation with White Goddess Artists - Kerrie Hughes and Liza Foreman |
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Sunday 26 September, 2pm in the main gallery
The White Goddess is seen as a symbol of fertility, regeneration and hope and has become a universal symbol for brides in many countries. Explore the archetypal White Goddess as seen in the wedding dresses and paintings by Kerrie Hughes and the elaborate millinery skills of Liza Foreman.
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OCTOBER
Saturday 2 October
2pm in the Bottle Creek gallery
The Inventor Next Door
Exhibition Floortalk
Joy Alcock . Inventor of the Word Detective range of resources talking about how children learn to spell and read
Joy is an author, publisher and literacy consultant who is also a member of the Ministry of Education's National Literacy Reference Group. Joy has developed the Word Detective range of resources that include spelling resources, early reading series, music, CDs and interactive games and posters.
Joy will be talking about how children learn to read and spell and why some children find it difficult.
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Sunday 3 October
2pm in the gallery
The Revival of the Moriori - Maui Solomon
Maui Solomon is the General Manager for Hokotehi Moriori Trust. He is a Moriori/Maori barrister specialising in law on the protection of indigenous rights and intellectual property.
He has spent most of his adult life advocating for the better recognition and protection of rights of indigenous peoples including that of the Moriori.
He says he believes in a more peaceful world but to achieve this we must, as a human species, evolve to a higher spiritual plain than we have thus far achieved. "My Moriori ancestors managed to live in peace for 500 years and us descendants carry that legacy with us today as a beacon of hope and inspiration."
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Tuesday 5 October
9am - 12pm
Porirua Chamber of CommerceThe Essential Guide
to Capital Raising
What would you do if you had $500,000 or $5 million dollars invested in your business? This workshop is designed for business owners who want to know more about seeking and securing external investment. Contact John Poppleton for more information and to register jpoppleton@xtra.co.nz
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Saturday 9 October
2 . 4pm Education Space
The Inventor Next Door
Workshop . John Poppleton
John Poppleton is the organiser of the Invention Expos and has set up a Kiwi Ingenuity mentoring business to help inventors and innovators. Come along to this workshop and talk ideas, research, drawings and documentation, proto-type, market research and many other aspects of the inventing world.
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Sunday 10 October
2pm in the gallery
Artist talk - Jo Torr
Jo Torr will be a presenting an overview of her work
Jo Torr currently lives in Wellington where she works as a registrar at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. Her work is included in public museums and private collections. She is represented by the Mark Hutchins Gallery, Wellington.
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Saturday 16 October
1 - 4pm in the Education Space
Earth 174°, Kareen Holland
Find out about a truly sustainable product and business, Earth 174°.
Kareen Holland has a comprehensive knowledge of skincare and cosmetics and her business Earth 174° has a low carbon footprint and locally sourced ingredients that are made within kilometres of point of sale. The products are free of parabens, petrochemicals or synthetic additives. Karen will be talking about her experiences in creating this business and the values that she brings to her product range. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sunday 17 October
2pm in the gallery
Artist talk - Gregor Kregar from Sheep, NZ Icons in Art
Gregor Kregar is a sculptor who combines a variety of materials and media in his work. Using a familiar subject matter like the ubiquitous sheep, Gregor plays with subject matter and mixes up meaning whilst dealing with the familiar. Join Gregor as he talks about his new work made for this iconic exploration of the sheep.
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Art-2-Go, Artists Talks
every Friday at 12.15pm
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Friday talks |
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Friday 3 September , 12.15pm
Margaret Elliot, Painter of Wild Places from the Fine Spells - Chatham Islands exhibition in the Bottle Creek Gallery.
Friday 10 September , 12.15pm
Kerrin Tilley, Mouth and Foot Artists exhibition, will give a talk in the Bottle Creek Gallery.
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Further information on the above exhibitions is available on the website www.pataka.org.nz.
We are grateful to the Friends of Pataka for organising our Friday lunch time gallery Art-2-Go talks. |
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Pataka After School Programme |
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For the full 2009 year
'The Arty Party'
5-8 yrs
Tuesday 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
$6 per class - all materials provided
Want to have fun making art? Come and join the 'Arty Party', where you will learn great new skills, create your own masterpieces, and get to meet other keen young artists.
Be inspired by artworks created by some of the most exciting New Zealand and international artists. Create, draw, paint, construct and have lots of fun next door to some amazing artworks!
'The Art Zone'
9-12 yrs
Wednesday 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
$6 per class - all materials provided
Calling all creative kids! Come along to the 'Art Zone'. We will explore different ways of drawing, painting, printing, sculpting, and much more. Have fun using some wonderful new materials, and developing new skills. Be inspired by some of the fantastic artworks that come into the gallery, and let the creativity begin!
'Art Beat' - Gifted and Talented, Art Extension classes
13-18 yrs
Thursday 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
$6 per class - all materials provided
Are you a young artist who wants to learn more? Would you like a chance to use your amazing creative skills? The 'Art Beat' art extension group is for you. Create your own visual diary, learn new techniques, develop new skills, and learn how to extend your ideas into seriously good artworks. You will be challenged and supported in an inspiring art gallery environment. Who knows one day there may be space on Pataka's walls for you!
All Classes limited to 12 students per group. First in first served, so be in quick!
Artfix - Adult Art Classes
Fridays 1 pm - 3 pm
$6 per class - all materials provided
Wish to extend your art making skills in a friendly environment? Come and learn practical skills in the context of the art gallery. We will make work from a range of materials in a variety of media. Learn to draw from observation, paint with depth, use colour more effectively and communicate visually.
Students will be extended at their own level, beginners and artists with some experience are both welcome.
All classes are run by trained and experienced teachers. Spaces are limited so be in quick.
Contact the Education Team - Tel: 237 3551 Email: fwilcock@pcc.govt.nz
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