We are now inviting submissions for the upcoming Kaipara Coast Sculpture Garden Exhibition 2025.

The Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens which opened in 2008, has been developed in conjunction with Kaipara Coast Plant Centre which has been owned and operated by David and Geraldine Bayly from the site since 1988. The main Sculpture Trail is 1km long, with a further 2.5km of native forest walks. The exhibition aims to entertain and engage both the general public and the art community in an artistically challenging and visually stimulating outdoor environment. Visitors participate in the exhibition while walking a trail that winds through a diverse landscape featuring grassy slopes, ponds, wetland areas, formal gardens, native bush, an orchard, pine planting, and has views of the Kaipara Harbour. Kaipara Coast Plant Centre is only a 35-minute drive from Auckland on the scenic Kaipara Coast Highway (SH 16) route, making it readily accessible to a large public audience and potential clients.

This year, our vision is to create a sanctuary in the gardens where visitors can engage with the environment through immersive, real-world experiences. We invite artists to explore uplifting ideas and concepts that encourage exploration, play, and connection with their surroundings.

We are currently accepting proposals for outdoor artworks across all art forms, with a focus on sculptural works. We welcome submissions for new concepts, works in development, and existing pieces.

The deadline for submission is Monday, July 22, 2024.

We look forward to seeing your proposals and working with you to create a great exhibition.

Please use this form to enter your submission:

You can also contact the Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens Curator Shea O’Neill directly: shea@sheaoneill.com

We welcome Artist Submissions for our 2025 upcoming exhibition. | Kaipara Coast Plant Centre & Sculpture Gardens’