Watching the Auckland Art Gallery come into being has been a magical thing. As the months passed those who work in Central City were witness to the birth of this truly superb space which will surely become and remain a true part of the evolving heart of Auckland.
Not only is it visually stunning, it's also a feat of architecture; a space that offers scintillating newness, a space which is alive as it's various structures and levels interact with one another and a courageous design which seems to fly in the face of speculation that New Zealanders tend to doubt themselves in those crucial moments when bravery matters the most. It's a building which to me reflects how modern Aucklanders feel about themselves and their rapidly changing physical, social, cultural and emotional landscape. And if we take the gallery as a symbol of those things, the feelings must be good.
But the true Pièce de résistance of Toi o Tāmaki are Korean artist Choi Jeong Hwa's two works; Flower Chandelier and Red. To have chosen two such playful and joyous sculptures says something of the team working at the gallery. They blow me away each and every day as I stroll my way to work, red especially. Complete adoration and thanks to the amazing team who've created such an incredible gallery, and to Mr. Hwa whose work inspires me to keep creating.
Korea fighting!
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