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Picasso like you’ve never seen him before. Encounter the Blue and Rose periods, Cubism, portraits of family and friends, and more in the first solo exhibition of Picasso’s work in Aotearoa New Zealand in more than 30 years.
See over 80 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and ceramics from one of the world’s most influential artists, Pablo Picasso. The exhibition brings together celebrated works from the Musée national Picasso–Paris in a special collaboration with legendary British fashion designer Sir Paul Smith.
Sir Paul’s sensory-rich rooms draw on the hues, shapes, patterns and textures of Picasso's artworks. His design transforms the gallery spaces into carefully choreographed environments, using colour, pattern and unexpected materials to characterise the chapters of Picasso’s life and work in new ways.
In collaboration with the Musée national Picasso–Paris
This exhibition is organised by Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki in collaboration with the Musée national Picasso–Paris.
The exhibition is indemnified by the New Zealand Government. Picasso: Designed by Paul Smith is proudly supported by HSBC, Resene, Auckland MINI Garage and East Auckland MINI Garage, Omnigraphics, Cordis and the Auckland Art Gallery Foundation.
Pricing:
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Adults (New Zealanders): $30
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Adults (International tourists): $40
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Members: Free
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Seniors and Community Card holders: $27
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Students (with student ID): $21
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Family pass (2 adults and 2 students): $85
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Children 12 and under: Free
Student mid-week ticket special
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, students enjoy $18 tickets to Picasso: Designed by Paul Smith. This offer is available for students aged 12 and up with valid student ID.
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