250 Gallery

02/07/2025

Do join us at Railway Street Gallery + Studios for the opening of Tina Frantzen's latest exhibition - Sat 12th 3-5pm, 8 Railway Street Newmarket. 9th to 26th July. Wed to Sat 10-4pm

05/11/2024

Four years ago I had this exhibition at The Depot in Devonport. It was the last show there to occupy the whole gallery before the change over to new curators/owners. It was a show of small works from my Enter series as well as photographic works of Devonport accompanied by my poetry that arose from those photos. I have to say that it was one of my favourite exhibitions. Thanks to Linda Blincko and Lynn Lawton for appreciating my work from my very first group show at The Depot in 2006. From that show they offered me a solo show at Satellite Gallery and my exhibiting history continued from then. I am so grateful to them both - it now looks as though I will now continue exhibiting at their new gallery Satellite 2. With the closure of my 250 Gallery and temporarily not being able to use my studio, this is a lovely reminder of what was...and what might come next.... including a solo show at Railway Street Studios next year.

06/10/2024

Although 250 Gallery has now closed, the memories remain. Among all the visitors over the two years that the gallery was "popped up" the animals were always welcome - even the local cat. Tina has created a book of all the excellent exhibitions over the time of the gallery, including some images of these beautiful animal visitors. If you are interested in purchasing a copy or are interested in any of the artists (or animal visitors!) do message her. It's a great memento of a small gallery that made a difference along Ponsonby Road.

27/08/2024

..well it had to happen sometime....you can't pop up forever...
Do join us for this last hurrah and to hear from the talented final guest artists at 250 Gallery.

18/08/2024

The next exhibition at 250 Gallery is 'Untragic Endings' - an exhibition by two artists, Bonco and Helene Bizouerne, exploring Allan de Botton's notion of finality "It is ending because it has succeeded.
Rather than breaking up with feelings of hurt, bitterness, regret and guilt, we're parting with a sense of mutual gratitude and joint accomplishment."
This exhibition is very aptly titled as it is the final show at the gallery which like all pop-ups has to end.
From humble beginnings filling a space made vacant for just six months, the gallery has grown with experience and confidence to the professional looking, successful gallery of today. The six months has turned into two years. Thanks to all who have supported the gallery with their visits, purchases and their ongoing encouragement. A huge thanks to all my guest artists who have improved the gallery with their suggestions, improvements and wonderful exhibition works. Finally I am indebted to the owners, my dear friends, the Harvey family for their generosity in opening the space to me in exchange for giving it a scrub/clean and paint! So do come along to our opening on Wednesday 21st and celebrate this excellent exhibition, and the end of an era!
250 Gallery/250 Ponsonby Road
Exhibition dates Wednesday 21st – Sunday 1st September, Wednesday to Sunday, 10- 5pm Opening Event Wednesday 21st 5- 8pm.

06/08/2024

'Studio to Wall II' - Railway Street Gallery + Studio Artists return to 250 Gallery with a new exhibition and it is looking great...
It's a gloriously colourful burst of Spring! Do visit and meet some of the artists who will be looking after exhibition. Now showing from Wed - 31st July to Saturday 17th August 10 - 5pm Wed to Sat.
250 Gallery, 250 Ponsonby Road. - off street parking right outside the door - a treat in Ponsonby.

30/07/2024

'Studio to Wall II' - Railway Street Gallery + Studio Artists return to 250 Gallery with a new exhibition featuring artists: Kyla Covic, Jo Dalgety, Emma Hercus, Karen Covic, Erin O’Malley, Peter Atkinson, Ruth Phipps, Kathryn Carter, Sonja Drake, Paul Screach, Linda Gair, Tina Frantzen, Fiona Cable, Kirsty Black, Prue MacDougall, Maggie McGregor, Bev Goodwin, Maria Owens, Zoë Nash.
The show is a gloriously colourful burst of Spring! Do come and celebrate with us. Opening night 5-7pm Thursday 1st August all welcome! 250 Gallery, 250 Ponsonby Road. The exhibition is showing from Wed - 31st July to Saturday 17th August 10 - 5pm Wed to Sat.

23/07/2024

'Eclectic' with the works of Tui Hobson, sculptor and carver of works reflecting her Cook Island and European heritage. The exhibition also features Tina Frantzen's street photography works, ink and charcoal images of Istanbul and Santorini as well as paintings from her 'Emerge' series. This is the final exhibition of her works at 250 Gallery.
250 Gallery, 250 Ponsonby Road - Wednesday 17th July to Sunday 28th July 10-5pm photo courtesy of .co.nzfiftygallery

16/07/2024

We are ready for opening on Wednesday night .. and I am delighted to have the exhibition enhanced by Tui Hobson's stunning carvings. They look beautiful, powerful and inviting. There is also the surprise of some works by Nancy King - also looking stunning. Indeed a truly eclectic exhibition! Do join us for the opening at 250 Gallery on Wednesday 17th July from 5-8pm. The exhibition will run Wednesday to Sunday 10-5pm until Sunday 28th July (note extra openings on Sundays)..and I will be in the gallery on those days.fiftygallery

Tui Hobson is a sculptor and carver based in Auckland, New Zealand. Her carvings range from small intimate pieces, to large outdoor sculptures made from recycled native timber, hard wood, stone, metal and cast glass.