An exhibition by eight LA artists gives a broad impression of contemporary styles

Auckland Art Gallery's new exhibition celebrates the energy, range and relevance of Pacific Island artists in Auckland.

Whangarei's centre does away with the staid image of art, writes Jim Eagles.

Two theatre companies return from overseas with a deeper understanding of the world they inhabit, writes Dionne Christian.

After a notable career as a film-maker, director Vincent Ward has returned to his first love: painting. He tells Greg Dixon how he has made the transition and what it has to do with kickboxing and electric currents.