Raglan Arts Weekend Podcast

Chris joins us in studio to talk about his photography, alternative printing techniques, Japanese fish printing (Gyotaku) and how he likes to involve himself in the whole process including making his own frames.

We've got Lucy AitkenRead in the studio to discuss her riotous artwork, source of inspiration and yes, her favourite colour.

Jo Gallagher has been coming to Raglan for years and now in 2026, has the chance to participate in the Raglan Arts Weekend. We talk about her art, what inspires her and how it might be changing after moving into a new landscape.

French Photographer Florent Braquart joins us in the studio to talk about his photography and how his romantic view of New Zealand has gradually evolved and influenced his photography around Raglan.

Raglan Arts Weekend coordinator Nicky Brzeska joins us to talk about the record number of artists at this year's event, along with the Hatch, many opening events and other special events happening in Whaingaroa next weekend.

Our last interview before the Raglan Arts Weekend gets underway is with a new artist in Raglan who paints with several different styles. We talk to Helen about what drives her art and how it has evolved since arriving in the Raglan area.

Our last interview before the Raglan Arts Weekend gets underway is with a new artist in Raglan who paints with several different styles. We talk to Helen about what drives her art and how it has evolved since arriving in the Raglan area.

Spurred on from his success at The Hatch last year, we catch up with Dave Loughlin to find out where his interest in old fashioned wet-plate photography has taken him over the last 12 months - and we hear what he's been photographing lately with the oldest of old-school photography gear.

Kelly Williams aka MÓNDÙC was a digital designer with roots in graffiti and animation, who's now creating his own blend of contemporary styles and nostalgic influences to create a unique and growing body of pop art collectibles.

We talk to Achilles ahead of his appearance at the Hatch and talk about his unique art and his plans to become a full time artist in Raglan.

Zasha joins us to talk about The Hatch exhibition for emerging artists, which she is organising this year after featuring just 2 years ago. We also hear about the Panel & Paint exhibition in Auckland that she is doing the following weekend with Chris Meek.

Spurred on from his success at The Hatch last year, we catch up with Dave Loughlin to find out where his interest in old fashioned wet-plate photography has taken him over the last 12 months - and we hear what he's been photographing lately with the oldest of old-school photography gear.

Kelly Williams aka MÓNDÙC was a digital designer with roots in graffiti and animation, who's now creating his own blend of contemporary styles and nostalgic influences to create a unique and growing body of pop art collectibles.

We talk to Achilles ahead of his appearance at the Hatch and talk about his unique art and his plans to become a full time artist in Raglan.

Zasha joins us to talk about The Hatch exhibition for emerging artists, which she is organising this year after featuring just 2 years ago. We also hear about the Panel & Paint exhibition in Auckland that she is doing the following weekend with Chris Meek.

Neurodiverse Artist Yaniv Janson joins us in studio to talk about his exhibition this weekend and also his local Community Canvas event which is part of a tour of Community Participatory Art he's been conducting around the country. We also hear about his next body of work which will be shown next month at Artspost in Hamilton.

Seb Hart describes his art as trippy doodles so we use the interview to find out what that means and how his art evolved from literal doodles to holding exhibitions and growing popularity amongst art-lovers.

Seb Hart describes his art as trippy doodles so we use the interview to find out what that means and how his art evolved from literal doodles to holding exhibitions and growing popularity amongst art-lovers.

Neurodiverse Artist Yaniv Janson joins us in studio to talk about his exhibition this weekend and also his local Community Canvas event which is part of a tour of Community Participatory Art he's been conducting around the country. We also hear about his next body of work which will be shown next month at Artspost in Hamilton.

Harrison joins us in the studio to talk about his paintings and his journey as a self-directed learner who started with minimal knowledge about art to someone who is making a living from his work.

Nicky Brzeska joins us in the studio as we look ahead to a busy Labour weekend with art and music fans in town and endless exhibition and live events.

Nicky Brzeska joins us in the studio as we look ahead to a busy Labour weekend with art and music fans in town and endless exhibition and live events.

Ciane St'Eve has organised an exhibition for neurodivergent artists and neurodivergent art lovers at the community house during the arts weekend.

Dave's photography will feature at The Hatch during the Raglan Art Weekend. We talk to him about how his 150 year old camera, how he learned to use it and the sort of photography he's been producing

Kayla's bright and vibrant art will be on display at the Hatch this weekend. We find out how she's going with balancing the day job with the artist passion