
Local Artist pop up exhibition at Franklin Arts Centre
Franklin Arts Centre are having a pop up exhibition in the community gallery space from 16 January to 9 February. We are inviting local artists to submit an artwork to be exhibited in the space.
Submissions are from 15 Dec - 12 January
Send through a photo of the work that you are wanting to submit along with the dimensions and a brief description to franklinartscentre@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
This will be a cash and carry exhibition. This means that works will be able to be taken away by the buyer once the sale has been made. Artists will be contacted if their work sells and may be offered the opportunity to display a second work in the exhibition at our discretion.
We will be offering places in the exhibition to artists on a first come first served basis. Each artist will be allowed to display one work in the exhibition. In the event that there are more spaces than artists for the exhibition, we will offer artists the opportunity to display extra works at our discretion.
Commission on Sales:
15%, plus GST. If you are registered for GST, please let us know.
If you have any further questions, do get in touch.


Poll: Would you use a pet cemetery?
Dave Stephens has created a pet cemetery on his land.
The 10-acre site in Albany, Auckland, features graves nestled among beautifully manicured gardens and unique art pieces, offering a serene space where visitors can pay their respects in their own way.
Is this something you think you would use? Share your thoughts below.

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Masks of self workshop
Masks of self workshop - led by Artist Robbi Carvalho and Dance Therapist Sarah Dos Santos
When: Saturday 22 March
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Franklin Arts Centre
'Masks of Self' is a workshop designed to explore Brazil’s cultural roots through art, movement, and dance, focusing on themes of identity and self-discovery. Brazilian culture is a vibrant mix of African, Indigenous, and European influences. Masks symbolise various aspects of this heritage, representing forces of nature, mythical creatures, ancestors, and ceremonial traditions, as well as regional expressions and carnival festivities.
Led by multidisciplinary artist Robbi Carvalho and dancer/dance therapist Sarah dos Santos, the workshop offers a supportive space for participants to explore their identity through painting and movement, grounded in Brazilian cultural traditions.
This 4-hour workshop provides a transformative experience that combines creativity, cultural reflection, identity exploration, and self-discovery. Participants will paint their own masks and learn Afro-Brazilian dance movements.


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Brighten our day, and show us a glimpse into your world, neighbours.
We'd love to see some of the photos you've taken lately or any craft/DIY projects you're working on.
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