Taupo Report Sept. - Nov. 2026
Sally-Ann Davies
Plateau Printmakers have been on the move! Maggie spent five weeks in the UK, connecting with Parallel Printmakers in Scotland for an immersive collaborative gathering. The week included creating reduction lino prints to exchange, learning bookbinding from a skilled artisan, and enjoying a beach barbecue hosted by printmaker Joshua Miles. A highlight was visiting the studios of Joshua Miles and Laura Boswell in Kirkcudbright, where seeing Laura’s large print in progress made the final piece come to life. Since returning, Maggie featured as a guest exhibitor at Waiprint in Hamilton, where she facilitated a workshop on printing repeat-pattern wrapping paper using lino tiles.
Maggie’s first two photos are from Scotland. The third is her workhop at Waiprint
Marion Bright and two others from Taupo were invited to participate in the Hawkes Bay Inkers 'Wetlands' exhibition at Arts Inc Heretaunga in July and went over for the opening. Thank you to Hawkes Bay Inkers for coordinating.
Marion also had work in the WSA's Waiprint exhibition in August. She is now working towards a group exhibition at Lava Glass starting later in September. Lava Glass is currently hosting the Small Print exhibition, with Marion and Sally helping to hang the work. Such an amazing variety of prints, as always and worth a visit.
Rosemary attended an inspiring book binding workshop led by tutor Terrie Reddish at Te Kowhai Print Trust. The hands-on workshop focused on Nag Hammadi style binding and New Oriental binding. Terrie provided rich historical context, highlighted the distinct advantages of each style, and shared practical advice for binding enthusiasts. With her impressive tools, refined techniques, and beautiful sample books, Terrie proved to be an exceptionally encouraging teacher. Attendees left the creative weekend motivated and thoroughly inspired.
Sally-Ann was delighted that over a 100 guests came out to celebrate the opening night of The Language of Wood exhibition. Sally-Ann collaborated with a talented pyrographer and woodturner to bring this exhibition together at the Taupō Museum and Gallary. It celebrates timber through three distinct art forms—from relief woodcuts to detailed pyrography designs and creative woodturning.
If you’re around Taupō, it’s a wonderful time to visit the area as there are two fantastic exhibitions running side-by-side: The Language of Wood , ends Sept. 21st, at Taupō Museum and Small Print, ends Sept 25th, at Lava Glass Gallery.