Arts enthusiasts fight to protect dignity of Michelangelo’s David in Florence
Curators fear marble statue’s religious and political significance is being diminished.
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Hundertwasser Art Centre visitor numbers down, deficit up
In six months, the centre has racked up a deficit of three-quarters of a million dollars.
Disgraced sex offender James Wallace: What's next for $50m worth of art?
Massive collection has a new owner. Meet the woman taking care of 10,000 artworks.
Māori tradition brought to life in photos of marae gatherings
The Poukai tradition was introduced in 1885 by the son of the first Māori king.
More than 60 local artists add their flair to Waipa Creative Trail
The five exhibitions will showcase artwork from more than 60 local artists.
Why did a rugby-loving Christchurch truckie buy $5.5m worth of Goldie paintings?
And who will own them next?
Sarjeant Gallery named a NatGeo ‘Best of the World’ pick for 2024
The gallery is profiled in National Geographic’s 20 ‘Best Cultural Spots’ in the world.
Trick or Treaty: Why group of artists say it’s time for challenging conversation
About a dozen posters, intended to amplify the kaupapa, were ripped down in Napier's CBD.
Creative instinct: Retailer proud to shine a light on Māori designs
'This is the highlight of this business.'
Sarjeant redevelopment a hive of activity
The construction phase of the project will be completed in the first quarter of 2024.
New trail encourages people to discover their creative side
Getting in touch with one's creative side has health benefits too.
Photographer on elevating migrant voices in NZ’s fine arts
Abhi Chinniah reveals challenges as she makes strides in Aotearoa’s fine arts scene.
Cosmetics to art: Ex-Helena Rubenstein building new gallery
Existing Gow Langsford gallery will be retained, new buy is expansion of business.
Property Insider: Waiwera tower went with whimper; wholesale fund repayments looming
Demolition more of a labour of love, slowly unpicking the structure from the top down.
Auckland like you've never seen it: Giant artwork's forest canopy to enfold city view
"Important to me that the artwork operated on a macro and micro scale." - Sara Hughes.
Bill Milbank remembered for his brilliant eye as former Sarjeant Gallery director
"Rest in peace, dear Bill. You’ll always be with us."
NZ’s biggest sculpture show returns
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Whanganui artist opens new gallery
The gallery could become a collective of other people's work in the future.
Cause for celebration: Toi Mahara set for grand opening
The new art gallery in Waikanae is set to be a major drawcard.
Buyer beware: Why an auction house selling fakes can’t be stopped
A customer didn't want to pay up after learning $6000 worth of coins were fake.
Want an Australian holiday? Sydney is totally Wicked!
Think you already know Sydney? Its rich theatre and art scene may say otherwise.
A Moment In Crime - The Patron: Inside the complex court cases of James Wallace
The second part of the true crime podcast looks at James Wallace's life and crimes.
Artist ordered to repay Danish gallery for $120k 'blank canvas' stunt
The Danish gallery has been chasing the missing bank notes and rogue artist for two years.
Significant collection of artworks move into new home
Special moment for redeveloped gallery.
Moving image exhibition focuses on family home
"The house in Ōtāhuhu is the bastion for all our family."
'Thrilling': New York Met curator Dr Maia Nuku wins supreme award for world class Kiwis
Nuku looks after more than 2000 works of Pacific art and ancestral taonga.
Behind the scenes of a reality TV star's luxurious art tour in Paris
The New York Times: Tailored tours give Paris the perfect fit.
Bathe in Bath: Where ancient Roman pools meet Netflix's Bridgerton
New York Times: the best way to explore Bath in just 36 hours.
Creating art and getting paid for it
Artist Judy Darragh will show creatives how they can make more money from their works.
Festival fun and a world-class beach: This week’s need-to-know travel news
There's a celebration in Queenstown that's not to be missed.
Here for Fifa? Tour Auckland in your downtime
Plenty of adventures lie beyond the pitch in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Haute girl summer: Why THAT Rihanna dress is coming to Auckland
How to see a piece of bright yellow haute couture history.
Sarjeant stonemasons 'going great guns'
“We want it to be a lovely old building still, just in better condition.”
Why Princess Kate's only solo portrait has been hidden from the public
It is the only solo portrait of the future queen in existence.