DEPOT
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A vibrant arts hub supporting artists and makers
What’s On
Depot Sound is calling for submissions to the 2026 Schools Songwriting Competition, presented by Electric Kiwi and SAE.
These classes are aimed to encourage and strengthen your drawing practice. No matter what your ability is – anyone interested in drawing is welcome.
The Infinity Series – Xeduce by Sithma Methmini Illangasinghe I D K M: transforms cosmic wonder into wearable art, merging Renaissance-inspired opulence with futuristic design in a celebration of celestial forms, sculptural elegance and bold self-expression.
Set within rich, dreamlike landscapes, these women are fully in the moment, unhurried and indifferent to a world that rarely stops. Layered instinctively in bold colour they cherish the quiet and invite you to linger.
Award-winning visual artist Jessica Pearless returns to DEPOT Artspace with her solo exhibition Paintress, an interdisciplinary body of work
Join the Studio D3 artists for their latest exhibition, upstairs at 3 Victoria Road, Devonport.
Through the mindful selection of images, colours, and textures engage in an intuitive collage-making process inspired by feminist themes.
Join Naomi Azoulay for a special First Thursdays Collage Workshop, 3 September 5 – 7 pm.
120 is a dreamlike exhibition by Steve Bolton, where memory, imagination and reality converge. Through 120 painted panels, subconscious moments become tangible, exploring space, time, humanity and the spiritual.
Join us for a special panel talk held in conjunction with Jessica Pearless’ solo exhibition Paintress. Jessica Pearless and Kate Woods, artists and collaborators, together with DEPOT Curator Heather Galbraith will contemplate the artistic genre of abstraction.
Echoes of Environment showcases wearable artworks by Takapuna Grammar School Year 11 textile design students, culminating in a live wearable art showcase on Saturday 3 October as part of Paintress.
Join Karen Rubado for the return of her highly anticipated Botanical Weaving Workshop. This hands-on session will introduce you to frame weaving with dried flowers and leaves.
Tickets are $60 and cover all materials and refreshments
Calling photographers of all ages and experience levels! Celebrate Tāmaki Makaurau’s manu by sharing your best bird photographs, capturing their beauty, character and connection to place.
Dive into botanical drawing and painting in a six-week classwith Verity Kindleysides inspired by the natural beauty of the Devonport peninsula.
Suitable for beginners and experienced artists alike.
Celebrating 30 years of creativity, Depot is a unique eco-system and vibrant arts hub on Auckland’s North Shore, supporting artists and makers through exhibitions, studio space and creative learning programmes that connect people through art, culture, and community.
Get Creative With DEPOT
Maker of the Month: Steve Bolton
Artist creating playful paintings, monotypes and mixed-media works inspired by imagination, humour and create.
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DEPOT Panui
Call for Expressions of Interest 2027
Calling all Expressions of Interest for 2027! Learn how to make your submission.
DEPOT turns 30
RNZ visits DEPOT to reflect on 30 years of art, people and community on Auckland’s North Shore.
DEPOT 2025 in Review
As 2025 comes to a close, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped shape DEPOT this year – our artists, audiences, partners, funders, collaborators, volunteers and wider community.
Creative Careers Aotearoa
Supporting creatives into sustainable careers through mentoring, workshops and industry connections
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28 Clarence Street, Devonport
Open Tues – Sat, 10am – 4pm
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40+
exhibitions presented
200+
creatives supported through CCA
100+
workshops & events hosted
150+
artists worked with
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