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Featured Absolute Beginner Drawing Series

Absolute Beginner Drawing Series

The Creative Community Campus 159, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub This short series is a practical guide through the fundamental skills needed for drawing, with basic exercises in perspective, light and shade, texture. If you've ever wanted to learn the basics of drawing - the bones of any art form - now is the time! Nick is a professional...

$200

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

Featured Absolute Beginner Drawing Series

Absolute Beginner Drawing Series

The Creative Community Campus 159, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub This short series is a practical guide through the fundamental skills needed for drawing, with basic exercises in perspective, light and shade, texture. If you've ever wanted to learn the basics of drawing - the bones of any art form - now is the time! Nick is a professional...

$200

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

Featured Absolute Beginner Drawing Series

Absolute Beginner Drawing Series

The Creative Community Campus 159, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub This short series is a practical guide through the fundamental skills needed for drawing, with basic exercises in perspective, light and shade, texture. If you've ever wanted to learn the basics of drawing - the bones of any art form - now is the time! Nick is a professional...

$200

Bare Minimum – Life Drawing

The People's Gallery - Toi ka rere The Historic Village, 17th Ave West, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub Suitable for beginner artists through to advanced, these relaxed monthly sessions provide a fabulous opportunity to hone your observational drawing skills. The session will be hosted by long standing Incubator collaborator and talented artist, Damien Kurth. He will be there to offer demonstrations, support, hints, challenges and feedback for...

$50
Featured Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

C3 Coast Church 30 Evans Road, Pāpāmoa

Presented by: Stacey Moore Artist Hey Mumma! Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself since becoming a mum? Have you lost hope and life feels overwhelming? Come and paint abstract art with us! We focus on expressing yourself and trusting the creative process – no prior painting experience required! Reconnect with yourself, connect with other...

$5

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

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Pocket-Size-Play: Design your own Baseball Cap

Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga Library 91 Willow Street, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: N.E. Events Join us for Pocket-Size-Play where a blank cap becomes a wearable masterpiece! Tamariki will paint and customise their very own baseball cap, using creativity and colour to design something uniquely theirs. There’s a free activity between 10.30am – 12.30pm every Saturday. Proudly brought to you by Tauranga City Council. Parking: Enjoy...

Free
Featured Absolute Beginner Drawing Series

Absolute Beginner Drawing Series

The Creative Community Campus 159, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub This short series is a practical guide through the fundamental skills needed for drawing, with basic exercises in perspective, light and shade, texture. If you've ever wanted to learn the basics of drawing - the bones of any art form - now is the time! Nick is a professional...

$200
Featured Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

C3 Coast Church 30 Evans Road, Pāpāmoa

Presented by: Stacey Moore Artist Hey Mumma! Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself since becoming a mum? Have you lost hope and life feels overwhelming? Come and paint abstract art with us! We focus on expressing yourself and trusting the creative process – no prior painting experience required! Reconnect with yourself, connect with other...

$5

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

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Blooming Marvelous with Claire Delaney McLeary

The Creative Community Campus 159, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub Learn loose illustrational techniques using fine line pens and watercolours to create fancy flower paintings. Suitable for beginners and more experienced artists. All materials supplied. Just bring with you some flowers and some lunch. Claire Delaney is a visual storyteller living in Rotorua. Originally from the UK she got...

$100

Featured Vision On – Art Exhibition

Vision On – Art Exhibition

Carlton Gallery The Arts Junction, 36 Main Road, Katikati 3129, Katikati, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Carlton Gallery Featuring talented fine artist John Wilson & Black Shed Pottery. John D Wilson is a British-born, self-taught contemporary artist known for his mastery of reverse perspective painting — a technique that disrupts conventional depth and challenges the viewer’s perception. For over four decades, Wilson has developed a distinctive 3D illusion...

Free

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

Featured Vision On – Art Exhibition

Vision On – Art Exhibition

Carlton Gallery The Arts Junction, 36 Main Road, Katikati 3129, Katikati, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Carlton Gallery Featuring talented fine artist John Wilson & Black Shed Pottery. John D Wilson is a British-born, self-taught contemporary artist known for his mastery of reverse perspective painting — a technique that disrupts conventional depth and challenges the viewer’s perception. For over four decades, Wilson has developed a distinctive 3D illusion...

Free
Featured Vision On – Art Exhibition

Vision On – Art Exhibition

Carlton Gallery The Arts Junction, 36 Main Road, Katikati 3129, Katikati, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Carlton Gallery Featuring talented fine artist John Wilson & Black Shed Pottery. John D Wilson is a British-born, self-taught contemporary artist known for his mastery of reverse perspective painting — a technique that disrupts conventional depth and challenges the viewer’s perception. For over four decades, Wilson has developed a distinctive 3D illusion...

Free
Featured Vision On – Art Exhibition

Vision On – Art Exhibition

Carlton Gallery The Arts Junction, 36 Main Road, Katikati 3129, Katikati, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Carlton Gallery Featuring talented fine artist John Wilson & Black Shed Pottery. John D Wilson is a British-born, self-taught contemporary artist known for his mastery of reverse perspective painting — a technique that disrupts conventional depth and challenges the viewer’s perception. For over four decades, Wilson has developed a distinctive 3D illusion...

Free
Featured Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

C3 Coast Church 30 Evans Road, Pāpāmoa

Presented by: Stacey Moore Artist Hey Mumma! Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself since becoming a mum? Have you lost hope and life feels overwhelming? Come and paint abstract art with us! We focus on expressing yourself and trusting the creative process – no prior painting experience required! Reconnect with yourself, connect with other...

$5

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

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5 New Shows/Open Studios/Street Party!

The Incubator Creative Hub The Incubator Creative Hub, 159 17th Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub Your Friday the 13th after-work plans just got an upgrade. No bad luck here only great vibes! Forget the superstitions come fill the Village streets with art-loving people instead. We're throwing open the doors of our five galleries, launching seven artist studios, and transforming the Village Street into a...

Free
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Crystal Craft Workshop

Bosco at The Lakes 1 Caslani Lane, Pyes Pa, Tauranga

Presented by: Ninette Kruger: Art Workshops & Creative Retreats Tauranga ladies — you’re warmly invited to a beautiful, creative morning. Cuppa, Create & Sparkle is a relaxed, beginner-friendly craft gathering designed for women who’d love to slow down, enjoy a cuppa, connect with others, and create something lovely — even if you don’t think you’re...

$29.50

Bare Minimum – Life Drawing

The People's Gallery - Toi ka rere The Historic Village, 17th Ave West, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub Suitable for beginner artists through to advanced, these relaxed monthly sessions provide a fabulous opportunity to hone your observational drawing skills. The session will be hosted by long standing Incubator collaborator and talented artist, Damien Kurth. He will be there to offer demonstrations, support, hints, challenges and feedback for...

$50
Featured Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

C3 Coast Church 30 Evans Road, Pāpāmoa

Presented by: Stacey Moore Artist Hey Mumma! Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself since becoming a mum? Have you lost hope and life feels overwhelming? Come and paint abstract art with us! We focus on expressing yourself and trusting the creative process – no prior painting experience required! Reconnect with yourself, connect with other...

$5

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

Featured Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

C3 Coast Church 30 Evans Road, Pāpāmoa

Presented by: Stacey Moore Artist Hey Mumma! Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself since becoming a mum? Have you lost hope and life feels overwhelming? Come and paint abstract art with us! We focus on expressing yourself and trusting the creative process – no prior painting experience required! Reconnect with yourself, connect with other...

$5

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

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Lunchtime Art in the Library – Still Life using your Favourite Techniques

Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga Library 91 Willow Street, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga Library Designed for beginner to intermediate- level adult learners, these 60‑minute drop‑in sessions explore a range of drawing and art techniques. No experience required and no commitment to attend every week. Bring your lunch with you and get creative on your lunch break! Session 8: Still Life using...

Free

Featured Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

Chaos to Calm: Painting Sessions for Mums

C3 Coast Church 30 Evans Road, Pāpāmoa

Presented by: Stacey Moore Artist Hey Mumma! Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself since becoming a mum? Have you lost hope and life feels overwhelming? Come and paint abstract art with us! We focus on expressing yourself and trusting the creative process – no prior painting experience required! Reconnect with yourself, connect with other...

$5

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

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Easter Weekend Colour Hunt

Waihī Beach Info Wilson Park, Citrus Ave, Waihī Beach, New Zealand

Presented by: Waihī Beach This Easter weekend, slow down, explore, and see Waihī Beach a little differently. The Waihī Beach Easter Weekend Colour Hunt is a relaxed photography challenge that invites locals and visitors to capture the colours of our beautiful coastal community. Choose a colour from the above colour palette, then spend the Easter long weekend...

Free
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Pottery Workshop for School holidays

The Pottery Studio 109 Devonport Road, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Pottery Studio Fun Pottery Workshop with Kids Our pottery workshops give kids the chance to roll, shape, build, paint, and create their own masterpieces. It’s playful, calming, and the perfect hands-on learning experience. They stay focused, they get creative, and they leave with stories they’ll share for weeks. Suitable for ages 5...

$30 – $59
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Pride Month – Zine Making Workshop

Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga City Libraries

Presented by: Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga City Libraries Celebrate creativity, identity, and community at our Pride Month Zine Making Workshop! Facilitated by Simone from Queer Crafts Tauranga, come along and create your own Zine, a mini-magazine, using collage, drawing, writing, and mixed media. Whether you want to share your story, celebrate what makes you...

Free

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

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April Art Party

The Incubator Creative Hub The Incubator Creative Hub, 159 17th Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub You’re invited to a vibrant night of art, community, and creativity as we launch three exciting new exhibitions and celebrate a major studio expansion! Enjoy complimentary refreshments generously sponsored by Gate Pa New World, with a licensed bar available for your favourite drinks. Plus, enjoy live music as you...

Free
Featured Wheel Pottery Workshops (All levels)

Wheel Pottery Workshops (All levels)

The Pottery Studio 109 Devonport Road, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Pottery Studio Experience the Magic of the Pottery Wheel! Our Wheel Pottery Sessions are the perfect chance to get your hands messy, have fun, and create something truly unique! What to Expect:  - A stress-free, social session full of laughter and creativity - Step-by-step guidance from our expert instructor - A chance...

$79
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Special Pottery Workshop – White Clay Making Platters

The Pottery Studio 109 Devonport Road, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Pottery Studio Special Pottery Workshop - Platter Making with WHITE CLAY. Experience the beauty of white clay pottery in this hands-on platter making workshop. You’ll work with silky, smooth white clay to create a timeless ceramic platter that feels calming, elegant, and truly luxurious to make. Perfect for anyone who loves creative...

$75
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Moonlit Tigers with Emma Prill

The Creative Community Campus 159, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Creative Community Campus In this workshop, children will use acrylic paint and Posca pens on canvas to create a magical moonlit jungle scene, featuring tigers illuminated by the glow of the moon. We will explore colour, pattern, mixing paints, and the atmosphere of the night-time jungle. Please bring morning tea and a...

$55
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Circles in Bloom with Emma Prill

The Creative Community Campus 159, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Creative Community Campus Invite your child to explore creativity in Emma's floral art workshop, where they'll construct a vibrant, circular artwork. Guided by practical demonstrations, children will dive into a world of colour and texture. They'll begin by layering rich gouache paints, then add intricate details with Posca pens. The fun continues...

$70
Featured The April Original Art Expo 2026

The April Original Art Expo 2026

Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium 664 Cameron Road, Tauranga South

Presented by: Tauranga Society of Artists  The Tauranga Society of Artists is delighted to announce its Original Art Expo is back - taking place Thursday 16 - Sunday 19 April 2026 at the Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium cnr 14th Ave and Devonport Rd. Featuring more than 500 original artworks, the Expo is the largest event...

Free

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

Queer Crafts

Queer Crafts

The Creative Community Campus 159, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Creative Community Campus A meet up for all people who identify as LGBTQAI+, we are a warm community who meet to socialise, share our stories and learn from each other - all over doing crafts. Every third Thursday of the month. The crafts can be your own projects or a project you're...

Koha
Featured The April Original Art Expo 2026

The April Original Art Expo 2026

Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium 664 Cameron Road, Tauranga South

Presented by: Tauranga Society of Artists  The Tauranga Society of Artists is delighted to announce its Original Art Expo is back - taking place Thursday 16 - Sunday 19 April 2026 at the Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium cnr 14th Ave and Devonport Rd. Featuring more than 500 original artworks, the Expo is the largest event...

Free
Featured Wheel Pottery Workshops (All levels)

Wheel Pottery Workshops (All levels)

The Pottery Studio 109 Devonport Road, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Pottery Studio Experience the Magic of the Pottery Wheel! Our Wheel Pottery Sessions are the perfect chance to get your hands messy, have fun, and create something truly unique! What to Expect:  - A stress-free, social session full of laughter and creativity - Step-by-step guidance from our expert instructor - A chance...

$79
Featured The April Original Art Expo 2026

The April Original Art Expo 2026

Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium 664 Cameron Road, Tauranga South

Presented by: Tauranga Society of Artists  The Tauranga Society of Artists is delighted to announce its Original Art Expo is back - taking place Thursday 16 - Sunday 19 April 2026 at the Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium cnr 14th Ave and Devonport Rd. Featuring more than 500 original artworks, the Expo is the largest event...

Free
Featured The April Original Art Expo 2026

The April Original Art Expo 2026

Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium 664 Cameron Road, Tauranga South

Presented by: Tauranga Society of Artists  The Tauranga Society of Artists is delighted to announce its Original Art Expo is back - taking place Thursday 16 - Sunday 19 April 2026 at the Tauranga Boys College Gymnasium cnr 14th Ave and Devonport Rd. Featuring more than 500 original artworks, the Expo is the largest event...

Free
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Alumni Ngāti 26 Alf Rendell Photography Scholarship Exhibition

Te Ara o Mauao Gallery, M block, Windermere Campus, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology 70 Windermere Drive, Poike, Tauranga 3

Presented by: Bachelor of Creative Industries Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology You’re Invited - Join us in celebrating a decade of photographic excellence! Alumni Ngāti 26 Alf Rendell Photography Scholarship Exhibition. 10 Year Celebration of Photography Excellence. This special exhibition showcases the exceptional talent of alumni photographers, marking ten years of creativity and storytelling. Celebrate...

Free

Art classes in Te Puke

Constables Gallery Commerce Lane, Te Puke 3119, Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Te Puke Art Society will be opening Constable's Gallery for art classes on Thursday evenings from Thursday 27th March, 5.30pm to 8pm.

Featured Wheel Pottery Workshops (All levels)

Wheel Pottery Workshops (All levels)

The Pottery Studio 109 Devonport Road, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Presented by: The Pottery Studio Experience the Magic of the Pottery Wheel! Our Wheel Pottery Sessions are the perfect chance to get your hands messy, have fun, and create something truly unique! What to Expect:  - A stress-free, social session full of laughter and creativity - Step-by-step guidance from our expert instructor - A chance...

$79
Featured Print & Savour

Print & Savour

Charles' Place 1 Maluma Close, Ohauiti

Presented by: Flavours of Plenty Festival Discover the beauty of gyotaku (the traditional Japanese art of fish printing), before rolling up your sleeves to create and enjoy a series of seafood-inspired bites. Guided by Charles, you’ll make your own fish print to take home, then gather around the table to transform pre-prepared fillets into a...

$89
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