Becroft Gallery

Lake House Arts is pleased to present…

Geraldyne Potereau – Mindscapes
Becroft Gallery
Opening Celebration:
4 – 6pm Sunday 16th March

About the exhibition:

This exhibition is a reflection of an ongoing journey and the solace found in art. Drawing from personal experiences, each piece explores the inner landscapes of the self.  The artworks serve as a visual catalog of timeless, nameless places within, where interpretation is open to all. Viewers are invited to engage with each piece, naming and describing them as they see fit, transforming the experience into a conversation that begins within and extends outward. The exhibition creates a space for vulnerability and reflection, allowing art to become both a personal mirror and a shared dialogue. -Geraldyne Potereau

About Geraldyne Potereau: “I was born in November 1982 in France, but lived in South America until I was 7. I studied graphic design against my parent’s wishes and was never embraced as an artist. I went through a journey of discovery, looking for my own style and found myself in surrealism: using imagery from dreams and imagination and transcribing them without filter. I travel within, confronting myself, accepting myself, transforming art into a conversation.”

Exhibition Information

A Celebration of Creativity, Sustainability, and Innovation 
Lake House Arts, in partnership with Localised Zero Waste Hub, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Localised Art Awards, a new art competition and exhibition that champions sustainability through artistic expression.  
This initiative invites artists to craft compelling works using predominantly recycled and upcycled materials, transforming waste into innovative creations. 
The Localised Art Awards will highlight the most original, transformative, and inventive uses of recycled materials, with a $1,000 cash prize for the winning artwork.  

Key Dates

Artwork delivery dates:  Tuesday 1 – 12pm Friday 4 April 
Opening Event & Prize-Giving Ceremony: April 6, 2025 
Exhibition Duration: April 6 – April 24, 2025 

For submission forms, please visit www.lakehousearts.org.nz or email arts@lakehousearts.org.nz 
Join us in celebrating sustainability through art! 
About Localised Zero Waste Hub 
Localised Zero Waste Hub is committed to reducing waste and promoting sustainability by providing resources, education, and support for individuals and businesses looking to embrace a circular economy. 

Lake House Arts and Howick Photographic Society Presents:

“The Bridging Culture – A Photographic Journey Uniting China and New Zealand” 

Opening Celebration: Sunday 27th April, 4 – 6pm

Becroft Gallery

About the exhibition:

The Howick Photographic Society is proud to present an extraordinary photographic exhibition showcasing the works of three talented photographers: Shona Kebble (FPSNZ), Torben Nielsen, and Nikolai Vakhroushev. The exhibition, “The Bridging Culture – A Photographic Journey Uniting China and New Zealand,” will transport visitors to the heart of China’s rich cultural heritage through stunning visual storytelling. 
The collection features a captivating series of images captured during a journey through the small towns and villages of the Tujia and Miao people in Hunan, Shaanxi, and Guangdong Provinces. The photographers participated in a September 2024 expedition organized by “Travel With Me,” which provided unique access to the region’s landscapes, architecture, and daily life. 
From the intricate wooden stilt houses perched above winding rivers to the vibrant traditional festivals and the warm hospitality of the locals, the exhibition highlights the cultural diversity and enduring traditions of China’s ethnic communities. Each photographer brings a unique perspective, blending artistic vision with documentary precision to create a compelling narrative of exploration and discovery. 

Lake House Arts and Auckland Festival of Photography are pleased to present…

Chris Melville – Material World 

Becroft Gallery 

Lake House Arts 

Opening Celebration:  Sunday 1st June, 4 – 6pm 

Award-winning abstract photographer Chris Melville invites art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in his latest solo exhibition, showcasing a captivating collection of ethereal landscapes captured through his innovative technique of photographing fabric and textiles. 
Chris Melville’s work transcends traditional photography, utilising slow shutter speeds to create mesmerising, dreamlike imagery. By transforming fabric into dynamic visual elements, Melville blurs the lines between abstraction and reality, resulting in landscapes that evoke both tranquility and contemplation.