About

Artē Collective is a newly formed, artist-led gallery based in Luggate, just outside Wānaka in New Zealand’s stunning Central Otago region. Established by seven artists from Wānaka, Lake Hāwea, Queensberry and Bannockburn, the gallery was created to provide a vibrant, collaborative space where creativity can flourish — a place for artists to evolve, support one another, and share their work with the wider community.

Each member of the collective brings a unique voice and perspective to the gallery. Ceramicist Sue Rutherford creates tactile works inspired by the textures, forms, and patterns of the New Zealand landscape. Painter Jenny Chisholm captures the colours and shifting moods of Central Otago’s landscapes, skies, and trees.

Sculptor Andi Regan re-purposes industrial materials into vibrant, biomorphic forms, exploring colour, light, and shadow. Painter Lizzie Carruthers creates expressive animal artworks, combining humour, character, and narrative.

Briar Hardy-Hesson is a contemporary jeweller and multidisciplinary artist, known for bold, colourful jewellery and mixed-media works. Sophie Melville is a watercolour artist creating layered abstract landscapes that explore memory, atmosphere and emotional resonance.

Megan Huffadine is a painter and sculptor whose practice explores environmental themes, material culture, and personal identity, drawing on her background in archaeology and work in museums.

Together, these artists have created a contemporary art space that reflects a slice of the artistic talent in the Wānaka and Central Otago region.

Visitors to the gallery can expect to meet these artists in person as they wo-man the space, presenting an ever-evolving display of original artwork. Whether you are a collector, art lover, or simply curious, Artē Collective invites you to experience contemporary New Zealand art in an intimate, welcoming setting.