This October, OHEN is proud to present a multidisciplinary art exhibition at Allpress Gallery in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland, to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Foundation New Zealand (BCFNZ). A diverse collective of twenty contemporary Kiwi artists and gallerists have generously donated their work to be auctioned in support of this vital cause, showcasing a heartwarming community effort that aligns with BCFNZ’s mission.
The exhibition will feature smaller works available for direct purchase throughout the exhibition, while larger pieces (valued at $1,000 and above) will be auctioned off on the 23rd October. Proceeds from the event will be donated directly to BCFNZ, providing crucial support for breast cancer research, awareness, and early detection programs.
Artists and galleries involved in the exhibition include works in many mediums—jewellery by Claire Hammon from Meadowlark, glass works by Kate Mitchell, Simon Lewis-Wards, and Kate Ruteki, paintings by Grace Bader, Ruby Wilkinson, and Alan Ibell, prints by Claudia Kogachi and Priscilla Rose Howe, a unique sculpture by Caitlin Devoy, ‘Switch (mid-mid),’ and photographic works by photographer and director Amber Jones, among others.
More than just an art show, this exhibition seeks to spark meaningful conversations and inspire action. Currently, 30% of eligible Kiwi women aren't utilising their free mammograms despite the screenings detecting 80–90% of breast cancers. This exhibition hopes to empower visitors to take charge of their breast health while encouraging the women around them to do the same.
Hosted at Allpress Studio in Auckland, 8 Drake Street, Freemans Bay from October 9th to October 24th, the free exhibition invites guests to explore a wide range of artistic mediums and participate in this powerful effort to prioritise breast health.
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