Surprising herself: from Police to Portage Awards
Police work might not seem an obvious pathway to artistry, but it’s worked out well for Upper Hutt ceramic artist Helen Lenihan.
Posted on 20 Feb 2020[0] CommentsBringing back grace
Two Wellington artists from The Learning Connexion recently explored the concept of grace, and its use overcoming the challenges life throws at people in times of adversity, judgment, illness and death.
Posted on 28 Jan 2020[0] CommentsMaking their mark
Two talented street artists from The Learning Connexion School of Creativity and Art have combined their creative forces to take out a top prize in the annual Resene Mural Masterpieces competition.
Posted on 22 Dec 2019[0] Comments8 Key tips for artists from Lisa Walker
Renowned New Zealand jeweller Lisa Walker has offered some important advice to students at The Learning Connexion School of Creativity and Art, at their end of year exhibition.
Posted on 12 Dec 2019[0] CommentsHuakina, last days!
‘Huakina - to open’ is in its last week! Don't miss the chance to check out our unique group exhibition before it closes - and pick up a beautiful piece of art for yourself.
Posted on 25 Nov 2019[0] CommentsMysterious Street artist with creative Connexion
He’s taken social media by storm, and now the mysterious street artist known as Block Vandal has revealed he has a special connection to an art school in Lower Hutt.
Posted on 24 Nov 2019[0] CommentsSummer Skills
The Learning Connexion is proud to present Summer Skills! This four-day event in January will take your creativity to new levels in knife making, enamelling and leatherwork. Through a series of specialised boutique classes run by experts in their fields, you’ll have a chance to supercharge your skills and create your own personalised treasures.
Posted on 18 Nov 2019[0] CommentsDreams to reality for Estelle
Returning to The Learning Connexion School of Creativity and Art after a 20 year break has proven an inspired decision for Lower Hutt artist Estelle Cainey.
Posted on 12 Nov 2019[0] CommentsCreating a Monster
TLC artist and mentor Leo Semau spent Halloween creating some wickedly cool creatures with Super Sculpey. We talked to him about his monster passion for art.
Posted on 12 Nov 2019[0] CommentsEntering an Unknown World
An Oriel Hoskin Scholarship from The Learning Connexion is helping Illustration student Melissa Burtenshaw pursue her dreams of writing and illustrating children’s books.
Posted on 07 Oct 2019[0] Comments
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