Origins
11-30 March
This exhibition celebrates the existence of the Medal Art New Zealand Group for 35 years.
In 2015 the Group acknowledged their 25th year with a retrospective exhibition at the Pah Homestead, renamed Art House. The purpose of that exhibition was to ‘Regroup, Reflect and Regenerate’.
They honoured their ‘origins’ and founders—celebrating their long journey by showcasing their achievements. At the time, the group organisers began to realise that among their members and guests there was a particularly strong level of commitment, skills and affinity with the genre. This strength was illustrated by numerous commissions and purchases by various museums and public institutions. It was a time to celebrate as fellow artists and acknowledge the level of creative intelligence and skill accomplished by them.
In 2025, for their 35th year, they have initiated a special FOCUS ARTIST space, which will continue at their future exhibitions. The inaugural FOCUS ARTIST is Michael Reed with his so-far completed prints and art medals of the Behrouz Boochani Suite.
Featured artwork: Untitled, Frances Battersby
