Urbanism 20 March 2008
Rachel Walters at Backspace
Sculptor Rachel Walters’ finds quirky vases, animal figurines and other sculptural objects and blends them together by recasting them in forms that are both strange and familiar. See Walter’s exhibition, ‘Strangelove’ from 28 March – 9 April 2008 at Backspace, 134 Victoria Street, Christchurch.
>>Visit www.fishersfinearts.co.nz
Kate Sylvester Menswear Store
Last Thursday night Kate Sylvester opened her first menswear salon, upstairs at her High Street boutique. The new area has a nostalgically cool ’70s lounge feel, with shagpile carpet, retro couch, and a black and white montage wall of iconic artists and musicians. Cute framed shots and kitsch ornaments adorn stark white walls in a masculine, simple way that complements the collection perfectly. The coolest design feature is the floating bowler hat lighting which Kate describes as ‘Magritte meets Clockwork Orange’. And because they know men love their music, Wayne Conway (who directed the design) made sure to hunt down some great vinyl and a vintage set of turntables so boys can help create the perfect environment while they shop!
>>Visit www.katesylvester.com
Homage to Pan Yu Lin
Christine Hafermalz-Wheeler, the Artist Goldsmith, is presenting her major collection of 2007 museum work at the Waiheke Island Community Art Gallery, Oneroa, over the Easter period. This collection of silver and gold jewellery was inspired by the work of a Chinese painter and was shown alongside her paintings in Beijing’s Capital museum. On show from 20 – 30 March 2008 at the Waiheke Community Art Gallery, Waiheke.
>>Visit www.theartistgoldsmith.com
New Josh King Tiki Clock
The new Tiki Clock from designer Josh King is a clever interpretation of a genuine New Zealand icon. You can pick up one of the new designs for yourself at King’s own design store, Clothesline, 132 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby, Auckland.
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