20 - 21 - 22
FEBRUARY 2026
MEET THE ARTISTS
AND THE ART GROUPS
Explore the Art Studio Trail Map
Explore the map to discover all the studios participating in the Hibiscus & Bays Art Studio Trail. Each location offers something unique meet the artists, step inside their creative spaces, and experience the vibrant art community that makes our coastal region so special. Plan your route and meet them all!
Meet the Artists Watch • Create Take Part
The event calendar is finally here!
A weekend full of Events,
Demos, Talks and Fun!
Across the weekend, all participating studios will be open to visitors, with artists demonstrating their techniques throughout the day. A wide range of artworks will be available for purchase, and artists will be happy to answer questions, share their process, and chat with visitors.
For the few events that run with a fee or donation, this will be clearly noted in the individual event descriptions, with contributions collected directly by the artists on the day.
Explore the programme below and plan your trail experience
Di Toi
Pottery Wheel Throwing Demo
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11.00am, 1.00pm & 3.00pm
Cost:
Free
Join Di Toi for live pottery wheel throwing demonstrations and experience the magic of clay in motion. Watch as forms take shape on the wheel and learn more about the process behind functional and sculptural ceramic work.
Visitors are welcome to observe, ask questions, and gain insight into the art of wheel throwing. Artworks will be available for purchase.
Ara Bosch
Pottery Wheel & Clay Demo
Date:
21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Join Ara Bosch at Clay Lounge Studio for live pottery demonstrations throughout the day. Ara will be working on the wheel and sharing her process, while inviting visitors to have a go and experience clay for themselves. A relaxed, welcoming opportunity to watch, learn, and get your hands into clay.
Vivien Davimes
Daily Artist Talk with Vivien Davimes
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11.30 am
Cost:
Free
Join Vivien Davimes for a daily artist talk exploring her printmaking journey and the different techniques she works with. Vivien will share examples of plates and finished works while discussing her process and artistic development.
Tracey Currington
Encaustic Painting Demo
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Join Tracey Currington for informal demonstrations of her encaustic painting techniques throughout the weekend. Tracey will be working in her studio, sharing her process and chatting with visitors about this unique wax-based medium.
Mike Raven
Have a Go at Carving
Date:
21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cost:
Koha / Donation
Join the artists of Te Toi Weiti Collective at Te Herenga Waka o Ōrewa Marae for a special opportunity to engage with carving practices. Visitors are welcome to have a kōrero with the artists and try carving techniques in a guided, hands-on experience.
Susannah Law
Art Talk with Susannah Law
Date:
21 Feb 2026
Time:
11:00 to 11:30 am
Cost:
Free
Join Susannah for a short art talk exploring her painting process and the development of her practice throughout her art career. A great opportunity to hear directly from the artist, ask questions, and gain insight into her creative journey.
Wendy Greenough
Make Your Own Christmas Decorations
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
2.00 to 3.30 pm
Cost:
$ 40 per session.
Get creative and make your own ceramic Christmas decorations with Wendy Greenough. A fun, hands-on session suitable for all skill levels. A glazing day will be advised for finished pieces.
$40 per session. Please contact Wendy directly to book. Studio address available on the website.
Wendy Greenough
Glaze Your Own Flowers
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
10:00 to 11:30 am
Cost:
$ 60 per session.
Join Wendy Greenough from Wendelein Creations for a hands-on glazing session. Participants will glaze their own ceramic flowers during this guided workshop.
$40 per session. Please contact Wendy directly to book. Wendy can also glaze and post finished works at the maker’s expense, with options available to discuss directly with her during the workshop.
Nicola Warner
Light and Shadow with Pastel
Date:
21 Feb 2026
Time:
1:30 to 2:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Watch Nicola Warner demonstrate how light and shadow can be created using soft pastels. Visitors are encouraged to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the demo. Free event. Artworks will be available for purchase, with time for questions and a chat afterwards.
Anieszka Arciszewska
Silk & Felt Demonstrations
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cost:
Free for Demo
Join Anieszka Arciszewska at VESU for live demonstrations of silk and felt techniques throughout the weekend. Anieszka will be sharing her process, materials, and approach to working with natural fibres in a relaxed studio setting.
Visitors are welcome to observe, ask questions, and learn more about the art of textile making. Artworks will also be available for purchase.
Danica Bahn
Muka Extraction & Pōkinikini Demo
Date:
21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cost:
Koha / Donation
Join Danica Bahn at Te Herenga Waka o Ōrewa Marae for informal demonstrations of extracting muka and making pōkinikini.
Danica will be sharing aspects of this traditional fibre practice in a relaxed, conversational setting, welcoming visitors who are curious to learn more.
Kay Evison
Digital Art Process Demo with Kay Evison
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Join Kay Evison as she presents a short video talk and demonstration exploring her digital painting process. In this 8-minute session, Kay will take visitors through the working layers of an artwork currently in progress, offering insight into how her imaginative, steampunk-inspired scenes come together.
As a special touch, Kay has animated part of the artwork’s story, titled “Whiskers in the Works.”
Visitors with an interest in steampunk are warmly invited to attend in costume — Kay herself will be dressed for the occasion.
Vivien Davimes
Art Talk with Vivien Davimes
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
11:30 am to 12:00pm
Cost:
Free
Join Vivien for an engaging art talk exploring her creative process and the development of her work over time. A wonderful opportunity to hear directly from the artist, gain insight into her practice, and ask questions in an informal studio setting.
Ingrid Boot
Oil Painting Process
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
12.00 to 2.00pm
Cost:
Free
Watch Ingrid Boot at work on her latest oil painting and hear about her process from initial concept through to the finished piece. Visitors are invited to ask questions and gain insight into what happens behind the scenes in her studio.
Susannah Law
Marbling Process
Date:
22 Feb 2026
Time:
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Join Susannah Law as she demonstrates her marbling process inspired by native birds. This session offers a behind-the-scenes look at Sue’s working method and materials.
Please note: this is a live demonstration and viewing opportunity, not a tutorial.
Wendy Greenough
Make Your Own Flowers
Date:
20 - 21 - 22 Feb 2026
Time:
12.00 to 1.30pm
Cost:
$ 40 per session.
Create your own ceramic flowers in this relaxed, hands-on workshop with Wendy Greenough. Participants will hand-build their pieces, with a separate glazing day to be advised.
$40 per session. Please contact Wendy directly to book.
Nicola Warner
Mark making with Pastel
Date:
20 Feb 2026
Time:
1:30 to 2:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Watch Nicola demonstrate expressive mark-making techniques using soft pastels. Visitors are encouraged to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the demo. Free event. Artworks will be available for purchase, with time for questions and a chat afterwards.
Nicola Warner
Flowers in Pastel
Date:
22 Feb 2026
Time:
1:30 to 2:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Watch Nicola Warner demonstrate how to create floral forms using soft pastels. Visitors are encouraged to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the demo. Free event. Artworks will be available for purchase, with time for questions and a chat afterwards.
A Weekend of Art, Community & Coastal Beauty
Get ready for an unforgettable creative weekend at the Hibiscus & Bays Art Studio Trail, set along the stunning coastline just 30 minutes from Auckland.
This is the perfect opportunity to slow down, explore, and enjoy everything our region has to offer. Spend the weekend discovering local artists in their studios, taking part in art experiences, and wandering through the many cafés, restaurants, and beautiful beaches dotted around the Hibiscus & Bays area.
And make sure to save Saturday for something extra special: the Boulevard Arts Fiesta in the heart of Orewa. The town centre will come alive with a huge market, food trucks, live music, street entertainment, and a festive atmosphere you won’t want to miss.
Plan your long weekend now and immerse yourself in creativity, community, and the natural beauty of our coastal region. We can’t wait to welcome you!
