Window is pleased to host the exhibition Bloom Time, featuring artists Angie Ellis, Avtar Singh, Falefatu Carreras Enari, Hugh Bawden-Hindle and Sylvie Hall from Māpura Studios. The title, gifted by Sylvie, captures the vibrant perspectives of the artists, a creative journey coming into flower, and the power of shared growth.

This exhibition stems from an appreciation of the artistic endeavor in the studio. One of the curators, Jing, also volunteers at Māpura Studios. They hoped to utilise the Window platform to exhibit the visions of artists whose talents are not recognised, to take out works from the studio storage and share it with a wider public.

Bloom Time reflects not only the arrival of beauty but also a process. Acknowledging the artists’ own distinctive ways of working, expressions, and devotion that lead to the moment of blossoming.

At Māpura, artists hang their works on a string at the end of each session, sit in a circle to talk about what they’ve worked on, and hear feedback from each other. This simple yet profound act of sharing turns the studio into a space of exchange and mutual growth, where creativity becomes a collective experience.

Window gallery aims to foster deeper understandings of our creative community and reflects on the fabrication of the arts industry. By spotlighting inclusive creative spaces like Māpura Studios, they hope to raise awareness for continued funding and policy support, ensuring these essential spaces can thrive and expand.

Māpura Studios enables access to arts-based activities and events for the disabled and marginalised community. As one of New Zealand’s leading creative spaces, we are a professional organisation delivering high-quality arts activities, art therapy, and events throughout Greater Auckland. Contact: alex@mapurastudios.org.nz

There will be a closing event on 22 January 2025, to celebrate with kai and refreshments.