behind the scenes

"Images emerge out of my designs to become more clearly defined as you move away from them," Tim Christie. Proudly presented by The Poi Room, E M E R G...

A trip to Pōneke (Wellington) to catch up with our talented artists in the region coincided with Cubadupa - wasn't that well planned!

We are thrilled to be showcasing new work by Candy Clarke & Serena Buonaguidi-Haynes in their joint exhibition.  'Song and Music accompany and energises Artists in their lives and are...

The Poi Room is thrilled to announce a joint exhibition 'Song lines’ showcasing new work by Candy Clarke & Serena Buonaguidi-Haynes.   Please celebrate with us and meet the artists...

Phillipa Gee is an Auckland-based Jeweller who enjoys the process of making & experimenting through the tactile art form of jewellery design. Phillipa completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts majoring in...

The Poi Room is delighted to be hosting ‘Live Painting’ with the talented Kirsty Nixon! Kirsty is a much-loved Auckland Painter, that captures the iconic flora & fauna of Aotearoa...

Here at The Poi Room, we are always wanting to progress & evolve. As a Māori-owned & operated business, we have encouraged our staff to embrace & immerse themselves within...

Neil’s highly experimental work showcases New Zealand treasures/taonga such as pounamu, amber, jasper, kauri copal/gum, & more traditional precious stones & metals including South Island gold & titanium.

Messini is a self-taught artist currently working from her studio in central Auckland. Messini's journey with her cast art is deeply intertwined with her own whakapapa.

From her Wellington home studio, Hikurangi Edwards (Ngāruahine, Te Whānau-Ā-Apanui & Ngāti Porou) meticulously hand carves Māori designs into several layers of paint. The technique she calls mahi whakairo peita or paint carving, puts...

I love this amazing country called Aotearoa! I love my job meeting & hanging out with creative people!! So whenever I get the chance to combine the two with a road...

We LOVE our clients! So many have become a part of The Poi Room whanau (family)! Your loyalty & support has been immeasurable, especially in the last few years. Ngā...