Howick Frames - A Platform for Local Creatives
Howick Frames is a community-driven exhibition initiative that brings art into the heart of Howick. Created in collaboration with Phantom Billstickers, the Howick Village Association, and a supportive local business owner, this innovative project transforms everyday spaces into opportunities for creativity.
Each month, a new set of works is featured, showcasing a range of mediums from painting and photography to textiles and design. The rotating exhibitions not only provide local artists with greater visibility but also invite the public to engage with art as part of their daily lives.
By turning the village into an open gallery, Howick Frames celebrates creativity, supports our artistic community, and enriches the cultural fabric of East Auckland.
Current Exhibition: Vending machine
Currently on display at Howick Frames, this exhibition showcases The Mini Print Machine, a playful, surprise-filled art experience by Bonnie Wong that highlights local businesses in Howick.
Inspired while people-watching at a café, Bonnie asked herself:
“What could add a little spark to our daily routines?”
Her answer was a retro-style vending machine stocked with affordable, collectible art prints. Each token unlocks a surprise, one of Bonnie’s whimsical mini prints, transforming a simple purchase into a keepsake, a moment of delight, and a new connection to the café space.
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Past Exhibitions :
Brendan Kitto: Howick Ward 2024
Howick Frames is a partnership between Arts Out East Howick Village Association and a local Business owner. Arts Out East is a Te Tuhi programme supported by the Howick Local Board.