Welcome to the 2025 Small Sculpture Award! 

This exhibition celebrates the innovative and creative spirit of sculptors from near and far, offering a platform for artists to showcase their exceptional talents in the realm of small-scale sculpture. This award brings together a diverse array of works from New Zealand artists that challenge perceptions and push the boundaries of contemporary sculpture.

We are thrilled to witness how artists respond to this unique opportunity, creating intimate, thought-provoking pieces that invite both close inspection and reflection. The biannual Small Sculpture Award not only highlights the skill and vision of individual artists but also serves as a testament to the importance of sculpture in the broader arts community.

Within this catalogue, you will find a designed collection of this year’s submissions—each piece a testament to the imagination, craftsmanship, and innovation that define the art of sculpture. We invite you to explore the stories behind the works, engage with their intricate details, and appreciate the skill and passion that has gone into their creation.

The Waikato Society of Arts thanks all the artists, finalists, judges, sponsors and volunteers who make this event possible and we look forward to sharing these remarkable works with you.