Wharf 2 Wharf

The MTA Collective is bringing their creative energy to Auckland’s waterfront, with a vibrant lineup of some of New Zealand’s best-loved painters, sculptors and muralists. The artists have finished their 3 weekend Art Trails and are now working towards the group exhibition at Silo 6 Gallery - with a collaborative theme celebrating People, Place and 'Moana' (ocean).

Studio is open - come on in!

Meet the Artists Collective brings a burst of creative energy to Auckland’s city centre, after transforming the waterfront into a live, open-air art trail the colourful lineup of some of Aotearoa’s best-loved painters, sculptors and muralists have been creating in real time across iconic city locations.

The LIVE Art Trail has now concluded, but their artwork continues on at Silo 6 Gallery with an open studio exhibition and interactive workshops available. Resene Creation Station and collect stamps along the way, exploring all the Art Zones for a chance to WIN a $500 Resene voucher.

The Exhibition - Sat 21 6pm-9pm

It all wraps up with a finale exhibition on 21 March - complete with MC, DJ and a silent art auction! Your chance to take home a piece of the waterfront magic.

This amazing Silo 6 Gallery is filling up - with so many artists on show, the art pieces are being suspended, erected, projected and procrastinated over as we write this!

Live Portrait Painting - At the exhibition you will have the chance to be captured by acclaimed portrait artist Caroline Kelly - book ahead with sittings available from Fri 20 til Sat 21 at the exhibition itself - contact carolinekellyfineart@gmail.com

Or sit for a 10 minute $10 sketch at the exhibition with quick draw specialist Orion Mabelle - first in first served basis

Join us for a celebration of art, creativity and community - all set against Auckland’s most iconic backdrops. Come for the art, stay for the city.

LIVE Open Studio @ Silo 6 Gallery

March 9th to 21st - 11am-3pm daily

Exhibition & Art Auction @ Silo 6 Gallery

Sat 21st March - 6pm-9pm

30+ artists where positioned across these 7 waterfront locations

The The The Winner will be drawn at the Silo 6 Gallery MTA Wharf 2 Wharf Exhibition on 21st March - Good luck!

MTA Art Classes & Workshops @ Silo 6

One‑on‑one and group sessions are available, with select times open between 10 – 20 March 2026. To learn more or to secure your spot, simply message your preferred artist directly for details and booking.

Charcoal Portrait Class | 3 Hours | All materials supplied

Learn how to draw portrait and capture life in your drawing with award-winning portrait artist, Caroline Kelly. Contact carolinekellyfineart@gmail.com

Express Yourself | 2 Hours | All materials supplied

Create an Expressionistic landscape and take advantage of the ocean and city views at Silo Park with Liam Downes, Eden Park's live event artist. Contact: info@rockitart.com

Spraypaint vs Canvas | 2 Hours | All materials supplied

Explore methods, tricks and techniques to incorporate spray paint when creating canvas artworks with mural artist, Paul x Walsh. Contact: paul@paulwalsh.co.nz

Unlock The Artist Within | 3 Hours | All materials supplied

Join this step-by-step guide in oil techniques, composition and colour exploration with international oil painting artist, Nemesh. Contact: nemesh_art@yahoo.com

Expressive Caricatures | 3 Hours | All materials supplied

Learn the fundamentals of drawing the face and exaggerated features to create expressive caricatures with live sketch artist, Orion Mabelle. Contact: orionmabelle@gmail.com

Master the Wave | 2 Hours | All materials supplied

Oil and water don’t mix – except in this class where you’ll explore oils and layers to form your ocean wave. Learn it all from oil painter, Shafnaz. Contact: shafnaz.art@gmail.com

Palette Knife Painting | 2 Hours | All materials supplied

Explore movement and texture using a palette knife and learn to sculpt paint to create a dynamic artwork – all under the guidance of Agnes Ishak. Contact: agnesishak@hotmail.com

Light & Clouds | 2 Hours | All materials supplied

Capture the magic of water, light and sky to create an Impressionistic painting of the Auckland Waterfront with Tim Houghton. Contact: timh.creativejourney@gmail.com

Master Plaster | 2 Hours | All materials supplied

Create textured, 3 dimensional plaster art with the guidance of Alexandra Levina. Contact: sevverina@gmail.com The entire event is a celebration of Auckland's artistic spirit and the powerful connection between art, community, and the waterfront.

& SO MUCH MORE TO EXPLORE

Waterfront Creative Highlights & Links:

Moana Festival - 28th Feb - 15th March inc the Auckland Boat Show, the Z Manu World Championships, the Moana Auckland Shoreline Festival and the Auckland Wooden Boat Festival - Visit: https://www.aucklandnz.com/moana

PUBLIC ART Silo Park - Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter features a vibrant mix of permanent and temporary public art, including the iconic Silo 6 exhibition space, the interactive Rainbow Machine installation, and Waka Moana sculptures. The area blends industrial heritage with coastal Māori narratives, featuring light-based art by Janine Williams and concrete etchings by Reuben Kirkwood. https://www.silopark.co.nz/art-trail

Viaduct Harbour - Discover moments of inspiration around every corner - public artworks to subtle design details by Graham Tipene, Amy Hawke, Justin Price, Peata Larkin and more..

https://www.viaduct.co.nz/arts-culture

Wharf to Wharf.. & Beyond - Auckland City is home to a wealth of public art, from Silo Park to Britomart, Aotea Arts Quarter and more. You will find a few pointers in the link to create your own experience. https://heartofthecity.co.nz/article/art-helping-transform-city-centre

Huge thanks from our Meet The Artists Collective for all the incredible support - from Auckland Live, Heart of the City, Auckland Council Events, Precinct, Viaduct Harbour, Resene, That Kiwi Printshop and team Moana Auckland - you all rock!