Fine art photographer Hayley Theyers explores fairytale and esoteric themes across still life, tableaux, studio portraiture, and filmmaking. Visit her workspace to explore her process, browse framed limited-edition prints, and enjoy the chance for a select few guests and/or their pets to be photographed as part of the open studio experience.

Jago Neal is a mixed-media artist, illustrator and photographer, and the Manager of Kumeū Arts. Working from his home studio and darkroom, his practice combines photography, drawing, painting and collage, with a focus on experimentation. During the Open Studio weekend, Jago will be making new work using photo transfer techniques. Framed photography, original artworks and photo tiles will also be available for purchase.

Jenny Tomlin is a passionate pinhole photographer making cameras from recycled objects from matchboxes to wheelie bins, also photograms and lumens. Visitors can expect demonstration of practice, works in progress, as well as limited editions and prints for sale.

Ruthie is an award-winning photographer who will be giving demonstrations of her practice, with works in progress, and limited editions for sale at her studio in Lopdell House. Gift vouchers for family shoots and portraits will be available.

Sheryl works in a range of media including acrylics, oils, photography and print. She is inspired by her travels, both far and local. Her work includes abstracts, landscapes and still life images. Original framed and unframed works will be for sale, plus limited-edition giclée prints. 

Stunning artwork from a diverse group of talented Artists with a deep connection to the West Coast and Bethells/Te Henga area. Fine art paintings in oils, acrylic and watercolour, along with sculpture, weaving, mixed media, photography, stained glass, and more.