The Suter Art Gallery’s Tasman ArtWalk has now expanded across the Tasman region, with installations in Richmond, Motueka, Tākaka, and Murchison.

Building on the success of the Nelson City Centre ArtWalk project by Make/Shift Spaces, this regional expansion brings art beyond gallery walls and into the heart of communities — transforming streetscapes with striking reproductions from The Suter’s permanent collection.

The Tasman ArtWalk is a visual journey through stories of our region: the people, the landscapes, the history, and the creativity that make Tasman unique. Artworks by renowned artists such as Leo Bensemann, Toss Woollaston, Sally Burton, Irvine Major, and many more have been reproduced at large scale and installed on walls throughout town centres.

These artworks aren’t painted directly onto buildings; instead, they’re printed onto durable aluminium panels and securely mounted, creating a high-quality, outdoor public exhibition that will be enjoyed for years to come.

The Suter’s Tasman ArtWalk is designed to make art part of daily life, sparking curiosity and conversation among locals and visitors alike. Whether you’re walking down Queen Street in Richmond, exploring the streets of Motueka, passing through Tākaka, or visiting Murchison, you’ll encounter beautiful and thought-provoking works that celebrate the region.

We are deeply grateful to the property owners, tenants, and community supporters who have made this project possible. Their generosity has allowed us to bring art to public spaces, creating an inspiring cultural experience for everyone.

Thank You.

Tasman ArtWalk Locations

• Richmond
  Locations include Richmond Library, Fletcher Vautier & Moore, Queen Street Pharmacy, Warring Carpark, Petrie Car Park, Tasman District Council building, and more, featuring works by John Gully, Jean Joyes, Irvine Major, John Bevan Ford, Roy Good, Ian Scott, Julian Dashper, Rick Killeen, and others.

• Motueka
  Featuring artworks along High Street, Wallace Street, and nearby locations by Mina Arndt, Michael Dell, John Drawbridge, Jane Evans, Patrick Hanly, Beth Heath, Irvine Major, Olivia Spencer Bower, Sir Cliff Whiting, and Sir Toss Woollaston.

• Tākaka
  Artwork installations can be found on Commercial Street and Willow Street, showcasing works by Leo Bensemann, Marjorie Naylor, Geoffrey Park, Margaret Rhodes, Ian Scott, Michael Smither, and E. Mervyn Taylor.

• Murchison
  Fairfax Street and surrounding public spaces feature works by Mary E. Tripe, Brian Strong, Leo Bensemann, Mervyn Williams, and Robert Ellis, bringing art into the heart of this vibrant rural community.

The Tasman ArtWalk is now a true regional project, celebrating creativity and connection through public art in four Tasman centres — making art accessible to all.

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For further information on The Suter’s Tasman ArtWalk, or if you would like to get involved as a sponsor or donor, please contact Suter Director Toni MacKinnon - toni.mackinnon@thesuter.org.nz