Art at the Port [Waikato]
Did you know? Port Waikato, a handsome coastal town only 30 minutes away from us, is a hub for amazing artists.
Each year, the resident artists organise two “Art At the Port Festivals” which become a community get-together and family festival. Once a year, our local artisans from Te Puaha o Waikato/Port Waikato open their studios to the public for a 2-day annual event- Art Weekend Port Waikato.
When you plan your stay with us, why not drive through Port Waikato Township on your way and visit some of the artists and the stunning scenery of the Port?
Corner of Robin’s Windsong Studio at Port Waikato
Robin Ranga
Robin Ranga is a multi-media artist who works from her home studio in Port Waikato. Through her figurative work, she explores universal ideas of psychology, sociology and culture; the results are sensitive and compassionate pieces that invite contemplation.
Ranga is drawn to the use of clay for its conceptual connections to the human condition. Her handling of clay leaves evidence of the maker's hand; referencing the tactile qualities of clay and the humanness of the maker.
Robin opens her gorgeous Studio Windsong (7 Cobourne Place, Port Waikato RD5 TUAKAU 2695) to the public regularly, get in touch before arranging a visit to avoid disappointment!
Ceremic Expereinces at Black Batch Studio
Carin Nicola
Port Waikato’s resident potter Carin offers special ceramic workshops for all ages. These workshops are fun, and interactive and allow for self-expression and artistic freedom as you mould, shape, and create with your hands.
Carin also handcrafts ceramic works with clay that mixed in with the magical blank sand that she collected from the Port to create unique texture in all her pieces.
Black Batch Studio is minutes away from Sunset Beach, Port Waikato, Aotearoa, contact Carin before visiting.
Jo Moon is a spinner, weaver and dyer originally from Ireland and now living between Port Waikato and Tāmaki Makaurau. She draws inspiration and energy from the interaction between moana and whenua, being especially drawn to wild west coasts.
Kim is a talented Photographer behind tranquility_journey to return to her soul’s most authentic version of itself.
Follow her journey to become more of the person she was always meant to be.
Artist, creator, maker.
Collaborations, prints or custom orders enquire at matt@altered-studio.com
An artist specialising in oils and acrylics, also expanding into watercolour painting.
What inspires those creative souls you might ask? The beauty of nature of course. Port Waikato has a few beautiful black-sand beaches, including the popular surf beach Sunset Beach and family time beach Maraetai Bay.
Below is one of the recommended walks to explore Port Waikato’s unique scenery.
Port Waikato Dunes Walk
Please note that due to the recent devastating erosion, the locals have been putting a lot more planting efforts to protect the dunes and beaches. Please check the signs before entering certain areas.