On Show 7 December to 22 February

Bill Hammond (1947–2021) is widely recognised as one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most original and influential painters. His practice, spanning more than four decades, moves seamlessly between styles, subjects and mediums, yet always retains a voice that is unmistakably his own. Serenading Imagined Worlds surveys Hammond’s entire career, tracing his journey from an inventive young artist to a figure whose works became cultural touchstones, shaping the way we in Aotearoa see our own histories, myths and landscapes.

Bill Hammond:

Serenading Imagined Worlds

On Show 21 November 2025 to 8 February 2026
Awards and opening event 20 November, 6pm | FREE ENTRY

The Portage Ceramic Awards is an annual celebration of contemporary ceramics in Aotearoa. The award was established in 2001 and embraces the rich history of pottery in West Auckland. Since its inception, the award has maintained an inclusive framework, enabling practitioners with wide-ranging practices to enter.

2025 Finalists: Alex Jones, Amanda Kemp, Andrea Du Chatenier, Anna Crichton, Annette Bull, Arapeta Hākura & Ziggy Raven, Becky Richards, Chuck Joseph, Eva During (Eva Ding), Evelyn Hodowany, Fleur Palmer, Francoise Padellec, Jaime Jenkins, Janna van Hasselt, Jess Nicholson, Jo Raill Julie Cromwell, Kate Fitzharris, Maak Bow, Margaret MacDonald, Mariska De Jager, Mel Ford, Naomi Allan, Peter Lange, Peter Collis, Rebecca Flowerday, Rebecca Steedman, Riccardo Scott, Sam Ireland, Sam Dickenson, Sandra Te Awhitu Kerr, Scott Brough, Sha Ganjali, Stuart Newby, Thomas Baker, Toby Twiss.

The Portage Ceramic Awards 2025

Education Programmes and Workshops

Te Uru offers engaging learning opportunities for every art enthusiast. With scenic views of the surrounding landscape, our purpose built pokapū akoranga learning centre is an inspiring setting for learning how to make and think about art.

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