Newtown Library

Tēnā koutou library fans! Coming up we have afabulous free te taiao/ nature inspired art workshop. Tomorrow at Ngā Puna Waiora Newtown Library, Saturday 31 January, 2- 3pm. The workshop will explore the native plants of Te Whanganui-a-Tara drawing on the research of Dr Gabby O'Connor, mana whenua taiao experts, ecologists and kaimahi at Ōtari Native Botanic Garden. Participants will use images of native leaves to make pictures and patterns on illuminated lightboxes. The artworks will be photographed and included in the very first exhibition at Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, which re-opens in March! Workshop suitable for all ages (under 14 year olds will need to be accompanied by an adult). For more information-

Free art & ecology workshops with artist Gabby O’Connor! Create art with local artist Gabby O’Connor and become part of 'Rau Whārangi' an exciting community exhibition.