In Low Tide, Manuha’apai Vaeatangitau (Manu Vaea) explores themes of queer mundanity, grief, malaise and regret. Through the mundane, Vaea counteracts the pressure to be extraordinary and instead highlights the quiet, repetitive and mostly unremarkable moments that define a daily life. Freed from dramatic narratives that are often assigned to queerness, Low Tide draws from the undercurrent of emotions we do not necessarily express.

Maungarongo (Ron) Te Kawa’s Rutu, Rongo and Rita originated last summer, when the artist spent time as the Rita Angus resident at the historic cottage in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. During this period, Te Kawa spent time researching Angus while beginning a series of nine wall hangings. Angus’ 1951 painting Rutu in particular interested Te Kawa. The quilts displayed in this exhibition are an exploration into the themes of skin colour politics in Aotearoa’s past, present, and future. Here, Ron Te Kawa responds to the paintings of Rita Angus with compassion and hope.

The Rita Angus Residency is a yearly artist residency jointly organised by Enjoy Contemporary Art Space and the Rita Angus Cottage Trust.

In Iterations/Alterations, Catherine Griffiths expands upon her past work while also responding to current events. Griffiths presents a body of work that is ever-evolving, referencing global social and political issues. Unwavering support of Palestine is a focus for the artist, who interrogates her priorities and perspectives amidst the genocide being committed by Israel. Included in this exhibition is a limited edition run of GAZ/A prints—the proceeds from which will go to a charity supporting Palestinians in Gaza.