Lopdell Precinct invites the studio artists registered for Open Studios Waitakere Weekend 2026 to participate in a preview exhibition which will be open to the public.

The aim of the exhibition is to enhance the profile of the weekend event and promote the participating studio artists. The works will be displayed in the Seminar room on level 1 of Lopdell House.

Angela creates vibrant paintings characterised by bold, saturated colours and dynamic gestures. Angela is passionate about creating art that elicits emotional response and inspires discussion. Limited and open edition reproductions will be available to view and purchase, as well as originals on board, art calendars and greeting cards.

Anna Crichton, Tanya Wilkinson, Lesley Jenkin, Liz Mitchell and Yoko Onishi are collaborating to bring you a a wonderful range of cartoons, ceramics, jewellery and innovative wool creations. All artists will be on hand to talk about their process, materials and inspiration, offering visitors a hands-on look at five different approaches to five very different art forms.

Bree is an oil painter, exploring colour and intricate brushwork while trying to convey the personality and individuality of our native birds. Originals and prints available, works in progress as well as finished pieces.

Bryn is a multimedia artist currently working with ceramics. His practice combines photography, lino cutting, painting and sculpture to create unique hand made tiles of local architecture. Bryn will have a variety of recent works for sale as well as displaying the process he has been using and developing.

Donny Grahamer is an American born painter living and working in Waitakere ranges. He found painting as a  further means of self expression outside of his career in the film and TV industry. Donny's work isn't just a study of the world around him, but a deconstruction of the world he is passing through. His work is a study and celebration, of life, movement and colour.

Painting as ‘darkugh’, Daryl creates bright, stylised, graffiti‑infused mixed‑media work. He began selling at the Titirangi Market over 20 years ago and has been refining his distinctive, character‑driven illustrative style ever since. Expect fun!

Davy's Cottage has offered studio space to visiting artists for many years. This year several past artists have been invited back to further create and display their work. Painting, jewellery, and assemblage will be on display.