Golden Bay
A mecca for creativity.
Golden Bay has long been known as a mecca for alternative living and creative and artistic communities. Our region is home to many talented artists and crafts people and many offer open studios.
Get Arty
Below is a selection of just some of the many galleries and artists in the Bay.
The Village Market in Takaka
If you are visiting over a weekend, check out the Village Market in Takaka which is open every Saturday 9am - 1.30pm rain or shine and selling local produce, arts and crafts and featuring music and delicious takeaway food options.
Kuketa Gallery
Jewellery by Pam Nelson and other local artists feature in this Takaka Gallery
Estuary Arts
Gallery showcasing paintings and glass in Parapara. Open Weds - Sun between October & April.
Monza Gallery
Mixed media art gallery showcasing Golden Bay artists, painters, sculptors, jewellers and more.
Sculpture 705
Sculpture 705 is an art complex in Pohara, comprising of a Courtyard, Studio Shop, Archway, Sculpture Garden, Loft Gallery and Workshop.
Earth Sea Gallery
Peter Geen’s gallery is based near Pohara.
Peter’s incredible realism paintings and prints feature throughout Ratanui Lodge.
Image: Takaka River by Peter Geen
Geoff Williams
Geoff works from home in Onekaka producing stunning carved pounamu, read more about his story here.
Image credit Geoff Williams