http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.artsforhealth.co.nz en-us Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:38:34 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/169944/celebrating-adult-education-in-aotearoa-through-art/ On 10 September, Arts for Health celebrated Adult Learners’ Week with a day of art, conversation and learning.The day began with the opening of Brave Marks at the Corridor Gallery, a group exhibition bringing together artworks by adults and celebrating creativity and continued learning through art.This was followed by an art critique led by award-winning Hamilton artist Chris Greenslade. Artists were invited to bring along finished or unfinished work, share the ideas behind their pieces and re... Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post169944 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/169941/homeschoolers-take-over-the-gallery/ On 24 August, our Homeschoolers Art Class came together to celebrate their first group exhibition at the Corridor Gallery.The exhibition featured a range of work created during their classes, including paintings, sculptures and more. The children had the opportunity to see their artwork displayed in a gallery setting, share what they had created with friends and family, and take pride in their work.The celebration finished with some shared kai, making it a lovely way to recognise everything the ... Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post169941 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/169943/the-gnomes-have-taken-over/ ... Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post169943 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/165590/meet-our-2026-art-competition-judge--anna-wildey/ Anna Wildey is a self-taught artist who uses art as a therapeutic practice, working with recycled materials, paper, and textiles to create expressive abstract works. Creativity is part of her daily routine, often following meditation and quiet reflection to allow ideas to emerge naturally.She has supported the Arts for Health Annual Art Competition for the past eight years, receiving multiple category awards and winning the Overall Prize in 2018.For artists looking for inspiration, Anna encourag... Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post165590 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/164367/do-creative-spaces-really-support-wellbeing-what-our-community-told-us/ On any given day at Arts for Health, you might see someone quietly painting in the corner, another laughing over a shared idea, and someone else simply sitting with a cup of tea, taking a breath.People come in carrying all sorts of things. Stress. Loss. Isolation. Uncertainty.They don’t always talk about it straight away. Sometimes they don’t need to.Instead, they pick up a brush.Over time, something shifts.We have seen this for years. People return. They stay longer. They begin to talk. The... Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post164367 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/164483/thomas-humphrey-rush-opens-first-solo-show/ On the 30th of April, the gallery was filled with friends, family, and supporters celebrating the opening of Thomas Humphrey Rush’s first solo exhibition, The Quiet Distance.The exhibition features a collection of modern, simplified landscapes and abstract scenes that invite moments of stillness and reflection. Through restrained compositions and subtle colour palettes, each artwork captures the beauty of quiet, distant places, encouraging viewers to pause and appreciate calm in simplicity.Ove... Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post164483 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/159454/teen-art-classes-in-hamilton-why-they-matter-more-than-ever/ Teen Art Classes in Hamilton: Why They Matter More Than EverThe teenage years are a time of enormous growth, self-discovery, and change. Teens are exploring who they are, what they value, and where they fit into the world. During this period, having a creative outlet is not just a hobby - it can be their lives.Teen art classes in Hamilton offer young people a safe, inspiring space to express themselves, build confidence, and develop lifelong skills.Why Teen Art Classes Are Essential for Growth1.... Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:28:29 +1300 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post159454 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/159252/sometimes-the-hardest-part-of-being-creative-is-starting/ Art in the Making is a relaxed, hands-on art workshop for anyone who wants to try something new, learn practical skills, and enjoy making art in a supportive space. It suits beginners, people returning to art after a long break, and anyone who feels a bit “dusty” but curious.If you’ve ever thought I’d like to do art, but I don’t know where to begin, this workshop is for you.What to expectArt in the Making runs over eight Friday morning sessions and focuses on learning by doing. Each se... Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:25:51 +1300 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post159252 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/158114/tweens-art-therapy-in-hamilton/ Children in the tween years (ages 9–12) often experience big emotional, social, and developmental changes. For some, school environments can feel overwhelming, while others struggle to express what they’re feeling with words alone. Tweens art therapy in Hamilton offers a gentle, creative way to support emotional wellbeing during this important stage of growth.At Arts for Health, our tweens art therapy sessions provide a safe, welcoming space where young people can explore creativity, build c... Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:09:26 +1300 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post158114 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/post/156258/homeschoolers-take-over-nzs-smallest-gallery/ Throughout this term, our 6–11 years Homeschool Art class has been learning lots of new skills and trying out different techniques. They’ve worked hard to create a fun miniature exhibition now showing at NZ’s Smallest Gallery.Each student painted their own tiny artwork and chose a character figurine to go with it. They also spent time painting on rocks, which gave them the chance to try something new and work with different textures. The final display is bright, playful, and full of their ... Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:21:36 +1300 http://www.artsforhealth.co.nz/blog/#post156258