Tucked behind Zinnia on Wainui Road in Raglan, Artists at Work pairs an active painting studio with an exhibition space showcasing original art and handcrafted objects by New Zealand artists and artisans. Founded and run by painter Jane Galloway, the gallery was created to display her own large-scale abstract paintings alongside a curated mix of works from across the country. Having the working studio right at the back gives the space an unpretentious, creative pulse, where browsing feels directly connected to the making process.
Public gallery hours run on weekends and holidays—Saturdays from 10 am to 3 pm and Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm—leaving Galloway free to paint during the week. Weekday viewings between 10 am and 3 pm are available by appointment by calling ahead, with the artist living ten minutes away and able to open the doors. It is our favourite spot in town to meet the maker and discover original Kiwi art in a relaxed coastal setting.