About Open Studios Kaipātiki
Open Studios Kaipātiki is an annual weekend opportunity for artists resident in the Kaipātiki Local Board area to open their studios to the public.
The weekend will provide the opportunity for the community to meet local artists, see art in action, purchase local artwork and learn about the creative process. Visitors have the opportunity to visit the studios of some of Auckland’s most celebrated artists including sculptors, painters, jewellers, illustrators, ceramic artists and photographers.
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The Kaipātiki Area
Open Studios Kaipātiki spans the Kaipātiki Local Board area – from Birkenhead Point to Glenfield, Beach Haven to Northcote, and everywhere in between.
The area is known for its mix of established neighbourhoods, lush reserves and walkways, rich Māori heritage, and a growing population of creative professionals. It’s home to vibrant town centres, diverse communities, and hidden pockets of artistic talent.
Kaipātiki includes the suburbs of:
Bayview, Beach Haven, Birkenhead, Birkenhead Point, Chatswood, Birkdale, Northcote, Northcote Point, Glenfield, Hillcrest, Totara Vale, Marlborough, Sunnybrae, Wairau Valley and Windy Ridge.
You’ll be able to explore studios by suburb using our online map (coming soon), and plan a route that suits your interests and your pace.