New Zealands premier Art gallery; the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki

The Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki is not simply a shrine of sorts for people to come in and stand in awe. Instead, this gallery is a celebration and educational experience of artistic evolution and diversity. This characteristic is reflected in their varied collection of paintings and variety of programmes offered to children and adults. The gallery attempts to spread the enriching qualities of art even further by loaning its pieces for short-term debuts in other galleries in New Zealand.

Visitors to the gallery might be overwhelmed when initially entering the imposing building, but a quick check up with the help-desk should give one some clarity as to what programs are available. There are various activities that allow families to be a part of a workshop and play with different artistic mediums and explore select pieces. For the adults there is a selection of lectures, talks, tours, and discussions concerning the galleries finest pieces and these events are sure to get ones intellectual juices flowing.

 The gallery boasts a wide variety of pieces which can be best experienced through the tour programmes offered at the help desk. One program that is especially interesting would be the “Degas to Dali” exhibit, which takes visitors through the last century of modern art exploring various styles such as impressionism, cubism and surrealism, and depicting the evolution and transition of ideas throughout various critical stages heralded by artists pivotal to their particular movement. On the other side of the coin there is the unique opportunity to enjoy a collection of Maori portraits created during the 19th century by Gottfried Lindauer. This display’s main aim was to spread the word about these portraits as well as preserve the rich Maori heritage as well as allow descendents to provide information surrounding all of the portraits.

The Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki contains over 15,000 works which one cannot possibly even begin to enjoy in a single visit. Therefore, in matching with the decadent and contemporary nature of the gallery and its art pieces, one should seek lodging in a Hotel Auckland CBD. If one were to choose a single  Auckland New Zealand hotel,  then such a place would have to be conveniently located, stylish, modern and affordable. If such is the criteria then none could be better suited to one’s needs than the Copthorne Hotel Auckland Harbour City. This fantastic abode is situated on Auckland’s waterfront and allows one to enjoy a lavish and relaxing stay whilst still having all necessary conveniences at ones fingertips.

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki – Enjoying Free Art!

Located near Albert Park, the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki is the biggest art gallery of its kind in the country and is a must visit for art lovers. The gallery is home to more than 15,000 works of art which includes historic and contemporary pieces done by artists from New Zealand and the Pacific Island as well as sculptures and paintings from Europe. Entry to this magnificent art gallery is free and offers a fascinating way to spend the day. Travellers visiting this part of New Zealand and looking for a hotel in Auckland can choose Copthorne Hotel Auckland Harbour City. This centrally located Auckland hotel makes an ideal base from which to set off on sightseeing tours.