by Rose Rees-Owen | Jan 28, 2026 | News & Blog
In Toi Ora’s 30th year, we caught up with an alumni artist, Sam RB, who attended Toi Ora from 2000 – 2010. Sam has kept up a consistent creative practice, which has led him to places such as the London Olympics, but more importantly, it has guided him on his path to...
by Rose Rees-Owen | Jul 24, 2025 | News & Blog
Lisa’s healing and creative practice wrapped in mātauranga Māori led her to be the Toi Hono tutor at Toi Ora. She says stepping into the space felt like ‘a warm hug’. Tell us a bit about yourself and your background? Ko Te Weraiti tōku maunga,Te Tainui tōku waka,Ko...
by Samara Azam | Jun 26, 2025 | News & Blog
Artist Raymond has been coming to Toi Ora for about 20 years, and during that time, he’s improved his technique and isn’t afraid to try new things. What has your experience been like at Toi Ora?I’ve learnt water colour painting from Michelle as well as...
by Rose Rees-Owen | May 26, 2025 | News & Blog
From coming to Toi Ora with her Dad as a child, to joining the team. Meet our new Artist Liaison Joelle Reid. Tell us a bit about yourself and your background?I’m mainly a painter and illustrator, but I love trying out different art forms. I’ve worked in...
by Rose Rees-Owen | Apr 29, 2025 | News & Blog
This impressive large-scale painting by Rob Iehu-Moetara, may never have been created if Rob hadn’t followed his curiosity. Rob joined Toi Ora about five months ago and originally came for music class until the painting class caught his eye. He was introduced to Toi...
