Current Exhibition in Gallery

Mountain to Sea Maunga ki te Moana

Opening Night
Thursday 8 January, 5–6.30pm

Exhibition Dates
8th January – 15th February 2026
6 Week Exhibition

Description //

Welcome to Maunga ki te Moana, this exhibition brings together a diverse group of local artists whose works respond to our region’s journey from mountain to sea — honouring the landscapes, waterways, rhythms, connections, conversations and personal stories held in between.

From maunga to moana, these works reflect the deep relationship between place, people, and environment, offering moments of reflection, movement, and connection through a range of artistic approaches.

Artists // 

Adrian Cleary
Dave Borgioli-Jones
Donna O’Donoghue
Derek Hughes
Erana James
Karen Dey
Margaret Scott
Phil Taylor
Ross Bennett
Sarah Good
Sexy as Soup

Media// Mixed media

The kaupapa of our exhibition space is based on supporting established, emerging and aspiring artists. Sharing knowledge and experience to help others to grow.

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Nil – Pending funding to continue the aspiring artist program

Exhibition Sponsors: 

We are always looking for new Exhibition Sponsors and patrons to The Collaboration.
Your sponsorship helps to remove barriers for our artists. If you are interested in becoming a Collaboration Patrol or exhibition sponsor please click below to send us an email to gallery@thecollaborationnz.nz


Aspiring Artist Program Sponsor
// Aspiring Artist Program thanks to Creative communities New Plymouth for sponsoring our 2023 & 2024 program

The Aspiring Artists Program empowers young artists U18 to participate in an exhibition alongside emerging and established artists. A program which springboards Aspiring artists into new creative opportunities and a pathway to establishing their own creative voice.

Seeking new sponsorship for  2024 to allow accessible exhibition opportunities for our artists. We aim to keep our exhibitions as accessible as possible for our artists. Help through sponsors, patrons and donors allows us to support our artists continue to share their work and creative journey in a high quality exhibition space. We would love your help and support to continue providing a high quality experience for our artists and community.

gallery@thecollaborationnz.nz