Studio One Toi Tū - Downstairs Exhibitions

Life on Rugs: Cecilia Morera — Gallery 1

Life on Rugs is a tactile, colour-rich exploration of identity, emotion, and visual storytelling through the unexpected medium of hand-tufted rugs. Drawing from the artist's Italian upbringing, a lifetime of movement across different countries, and each rug reflects the beautiful absurdity of daily life.

Medieval Magical Girl: Jessica Miku — Gallery 2

You’ve heard of Magical Girls. You’ve heard of Knights. But have you heard of the Medieval Magical Girl? Drawing from their experience as Japanese/Pākehā, Jessica blends the sparkle of magical girl anime with the lore of medieval chivalry to conjure a hybrid-heroine of myth and glitter.

Homebound: Amrit Kaur — Gallery 3

HomeBound is an ode to memory, migration, and the delicate threads of belonging. Rooted in her Sikh-Punjabi heritage, Amrit draws upon motifs such as phulkari and bagh, honouring the craftsmanship of unknown artisans of Punjab, while reimagining these traditions through contemporary forms.

Talismans: Rachel Anne, Aliyah Hazel Edwards & Destiny Tesese — Gallery 4

Talismans is an exhibition where jewellery and sculpture meet. Presenting wearable pieces that move beyond their physical form to embody personal, cultural, and spiritual significance. These works are not just adornments, but living objects imbued with meaning and created to protect, comfort, and guide.

Oops! But.....It's OK: Sena Park — Sidewalk Gallery

Inspired by her early immigrant experiences in New Zealand and recent residencies, Sena’s installation reflects moments of cultural dissonance, hesitation, and subtle shifts in perception. Presented in small window-box-like displays, the work playfully captures minor errors and surprises, revealing how dissonance can quietly make sense.