Born Under A Lucky Star Exhibition

The upcoming exhibition Born Under A Lucky Star offers a unique opportunity to explore the deep connection between nature and art through the work of Ron Te Kawa and other South Taranaki artists. Running from 10 August to 14 September 2026, this exhibition showcases textile pieces created during two workshops led by Ron Te Kawa and facilitated by the Arts Co-ordinator, Michaela Stoneman from the South Taranaki District Council. The exhibition highlights the theme of guidance from Te Taiao—the natural world—and the healing qualities it inspires, as expressed through textile artistry.

Discover the Exhibition and Its Dates

Mark your calendar for this inspiring exhibition, which opens on Sunday, 9 August at 5 pm at the Lysaght Watt Gallery, located in the Te Ramanui o Ruaputahanga building. The exhibition will run for over a month, giving visitors ample time to experience the collection and reflect on the themes presented.

• Opening event: Sunday, 9 August 2026, 5 pm

• Exhibition dates: 10 August to 14 September 2026

• Location: Lysaght Watt Gallery, Te Ramanui o Ruaputahanga building

  
  

This setting provides a welcoming space where visitors can immerse themselves in the textures, colors, and stories woven into each piece.

The Role of Workshops in Creating Textile Art

The textile artworks featured in Born Under A Lucky Star were crafted during a series of workshops facilitated by Michaela Stoneman. These workshops, supported by the South Taranaki District Council, brought together community members and artists to explore textile techniques under Ron Te Kawa’s guidance.

Participants learned to express their own connections to nature through fabric, thread, and dye. The workshops emphasized:

• Textile methods

• The use of natural materials

• Storytelling through patterns and textures

  
  

This collaborative process enriched the exhibition, making it a collective celebration of nature’s influence on creativity and wellbeing.

Textile artwork from Born Under A Lucky Star exhibition, showcasing nature-inspired patterns and textures

Why You Should Visit Born Under A Lucky Star

This exhibition is a rare chance to experience textile art that goes beyond aesthetics to explore themes of nature, healing, and cultural identity. Whether you are an art lover, a nature enthusiast, or someone seeking inspiration, Born Under A Lucky Star offers:

• A meaningful encounter with textile art rooted in nature

• Insight into the healing qualities of nature as expressed through creative practice

• An opportunity to support local artists and community initiatives

  
  

The exhibition’s blend of personal stories, artistic skill, and natural themes makes it a compelling visit.

Final Thoughts

Born Under A Lucky Star invites you to see how nature’s guidance can be woven into art and life. The textiles pieces, created with community participation and led by Ron Te Kawa, remind us to be grateful and of the healing power found in the natural world. Visiting the Lysaght Watt Gallery between 10 August and 14 September 2026 will offer a chance to connect with these ideas and experience the beauty and strength of textile art.

Plan to attend the opening on 9 August to meet the artists and start your journey into this rich, nature-inspired exhibition. Let the textiles artistry of Born Under A Lucky Star inspire your own connection to the world around you.