Sophie Joy Prendergast Artist

17/06/2026

It all starts with an idea. I find it so helpful to create multiple drawings and mark out the scale of my pieces before I begin a new work. It helps keep me focused, but it also helps to refine an idea before I start the making process.

15/06/2026

I'm in my element when I'm in my creative space 🖼🛠🏡

I love this photo taken by René Vermeer ❤️

13/06/2026

I'm constantly inspired by nature and the subtle impacts that humans have on the natural landscape.
I just love this little dwelling and how, over time, it has become more weathered, almost blending into the landscape.

08/06/2026

https://www.shopsophiejoyprendergast.com/blogs/news/more-updates-on-my-new-space-upcoming-projects-%E2%9C%85

More creative updates. If you fancy a read, i've added the link below

Good afternoon, Now that I’m able to carve out a bit more time to focus on my art practice, I thought it would be nice to send the odd newsletter out for those who would like to stay in the loop with what’s next for me. After becoming a member of the Mahurangi Artist Network, I’ve also decided...

07/06/2026

What a great week it's been. An absolute highlight has been setting up my new studio ⭐️🏡🛠

04/06/2026

Studio vibes ⭐️🍃🖼
I am SO excited to have a studio! I can't wait to start making some new work. Watch this space 👌

02/06/2026

I'm SO excited to have started setting up my new workshop space today! There is still more work to do, but everything is now in one place, and I'm getting closer to being able to start creating again!

31/05/2026

I have a new newsletter coming out this morning, if you're keen to read it, I've added a link below ☺️

Sophie’s practice engages with New Zealand’s heritage architecture and its influence on domestic life. She works with salvaged materials from villas and bungalows in Auckland that are being demolished as part of urban redevelopment.

31/05/2026

I'm excited to announce that I now have a workspace, and I'm getting back into the workshop next week!

I have loads of ideas and things that I want to achieve this year, but first things first I'll be setting up my space. Stay tuned for updates 😊🍃🏡🛠

26/05/2026

Details of one of my larger pieces 'Interconnected' in situ. I just loved creating this piece. It was like creating a puzzle, with each piece, large or small fitting together perfectly 👌 Do you notice the circular cut out piece of wood in my work? It would have once been where one of the old school light fittings would have been. There is so much history in every piece of wood I use, which is what makes my work so unique. This piece is up on my website shopsophiejoyprendergast.com