behind the scenes

Oh we love Candy, so we thought you've gotta' meet her!Originally from Kerikeri, now based in Nelson, this quirky artists paints backwards... let us explain! 

Well what does a typical day look like for anyone? I certainly don’t have a typical day thanks to The Poi Room, and I love it!! The only constant I...

Beatrice Carlson is an Artist in every sense of the word, creativity runs through her veins. As a Contemporary Jewellery Artists, Beatrice sustainably & ethically sources her materials - using previous metals, as...

With Summer just around the corner I have recently been looking over some of the wonderful Artwork we currently have in the stores and have found myself thinking how some...

Dawn Clayden is known for her intricate and masterful porcelain works detailed with cascading flowers, sculptured characters & precious metals. We have just received a fresh refill of Dawn's latest work and thought...

Well here we are again... As we are Auckland galleries we were thrown back into level 3 basically overnight with the doors to our wonderful galleries closed to customers.  At least we have had...

Leonie Sharp is a Sculptural Artist based in Wanganui. Traditionally trained in Whatu Kakahu & deeply inspired by her rich Maori heritage, Leonie creates striking Maori feather woven artworks.

Ra Gossage is a self taught painter of Ngāti Wai & Ngāti Ruahine descent, her paintings are a reflection of her heritage, culture & environment. We are so excited to have...

Meet the Makers // In celebration of Matariki, The Poi Room is delighted to be hosting the Weaving Group - Te Roopu Kotuku Rerenga Rangi & their exhibition 'Ngahuru Hei Mahia...

Think you know our artists well? Below we have a few of our artist studios and all you need to do is click on the photo to reveal who's studio it...

For us, it is our intention to work hard. To do the best for every artist we represent. To make a positive difference.

Dean & Ivana Majoribanks make up the  successful stone carving duo Kuru Pounamu.