Under the Stars is an exhibition that celebrates Aotearoa’s national holiday, Matariki. This exhibition provides an opportunity to all Rotorua-based artists, whether they are amateurs or professionals, to submit and showcase their artworks centred on the themes of Matariki.
This exhibition will run throughout the month of July and will be held in the Mosaic and Cottage galleries. We are also hosting an event on Saturday 6th July to celebrate the Matariki holiday!
Important dates:
Artwork Delivery and Registration: Submissions must be handed in on the 20th & 21st June 2024 at the Arts Village Reception within the hours of 10am -2pm
Exhibition Opening Event: Saturday 28th June, 6pm
Exhibition Dates: 28th June – 27th July
Matariki Celebration Event: Saturday 28th June
In order to submit your artwork, all artists must fill out an entry form. The entry form includes important information including the deadline for submissions, artwork specifications, and the terms and conditions.
We encourage all Rotorua-based artists to take advantage of this opportunity to showcase their artwork and celebrate the spirit of Matariki with our community. We can’t wait to see the amazing artworks that will be on display in this exhibition. If you have any questions or concerns about the submission process, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at activities@artsvillage.org.nz
Entries can be submitted online or in person. Before entering, please ensure you have read the Terms & Conditions below:
