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Toi Ora welcomes new Toi Hono tutor Lisa Critchley
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 Waihou tōku awa,Ko Tangata tōku marae,Ko Ngāti […]
Artist spotlight on Raymond Stewart
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 sketching, guitar, and computer graphics from other tutors. What is […]
Toi Ora Welcomes Joelle Reid as New Artist Liaison
This impressive large-scale painting by Rob Iehu-Moetara, may never have been created if Rob hadn’t followed his curiosity.
Artist looking to sell his first large-scale painting
This impressive large-scale painting by Rob Iehu-Moetara, may never have been created if Rob hadn’t followed his curiosity.
Toi Ora on RNZ: A collaboration with the Kāinga Tiaki Centre for win-win situation
Did you see Toi Ora in the news? Our director Susanne Ritzenhoff, and Toi Ora artist Ben Stewart spoke to RNZ for...
Everyone’s an artist at Toi Ora
Susanne Ritzenhoff, Toi Ora Director Insights and reflections on mental wellbeing and the role of the arts...
Keith Hopkins – after brain aneurysm found passion for writing
Read Toi Ora artists Keith Hopkins story below: I’m now 73, at the age of 60 I suffered a major brain aneurysm,...
Humans of Toi Ora- Hedieh Tavazo
At Toi Ora, we are privileged to have Hedieh as a dedicated member of our team for the past two years. Originally...
Humans of Toi Ora- Paul McHardie
Paul McHardie has only recently celebrated his first anniversary with the Toi Ora community. Despite his...
Humans of Toi Ora- Ana Ferrari
Meet Ana Ferrari, a vibrant addition to the creative community at Toi Ora. Originally hailing from Argentina, Ana...