Atelier on Shelbourne

Atelier on Shelbourne ATELIER on Shelbourne - where art and life converge. We believe that art brings us together and can change the world.

Situated in the heart of picturesque Nelson city, New Zealand, ATELIER Studio|Gallery is a hub of art and creativity that presents an exhibition programme of contemporary artists both local and national. Nelson, renowned for its wine, food, and arts culture, offers a wealth of experiences for locals and traveller’s alike – it’s a boutique creative community that boasts not only a beautiful environ

ment and stunning natural landscapes, but also unique histories and groundbreaking artists and thinkers. It is into this creative culture that ATELIER was founded in 2018 as a not-for-profit initiative to support, represent, and promote emerging contemporary artists. We believe that art nourishes the soul of individuals, communities, cities, and culture. We believe that art is generative – it gives, grows and creates new things in kind. We believe that art is essential to the emotional and spiritual health of humanity. ATELIER is a beautiful, quiet and contemplative space – a haven from the everyday, perfect for viewing and engaging with contemporary art. The 100 sq/m gallery, white walls, and high steel-trussed ceiling offers multiple options for the installation of exhibitions and events. ATELIER Studio|Gallery runs a monthly exhibition programme that highlights the work of established and emerging contemporary artists from Aotearoa, New Zealand. The monthly programme focusses on solo, collaborative, and group shows of represented artists and new and emerging talent. Associated to the gallery is our functioning stockroom that houses multiple works from artists that we represent. These are available to view in person at any time in consultation with the gallery – examples are also able to be viewed on our website, and on our ARTSY page to engage with our broader online audiences across the globe. Buy, invest, and own original, high quality, contemporary artwork that makes your soul come alive. Please don’t hesitate to talk with us about payment options, up-front deposits, and pre-sales.

Don’t miss this artist talk this Saturday!We are looking forward to seeing you this Saturday 1 November at 12:30pm to he...
30/10/2025

Don’t miss this artist talk this Saturday!
We are looking forward to seeing you this Saturday 1 November at 12:30pm to hear Fiona Lees discuss the ideas informing her latest body of work, Postcards from Aotea/Memories of Eden.

This special series of paintings and photographs are a response to a recent artist residency on Aotea/Great Barrier Island and explores the metaphor of the gardens we’ve neglected — ecological, cultural, and personal.

ATELIER – A New Chapter Since 2018, ATELIER Studio|Gallery has been privileged to curate and present contemporary art in...
24/10/2025

ATELIER – A New Chapter

Since 2018, ATELIER Studio|Gallery has been privileged to curate and present contemporary art in Nelson.

After more than seven years, with the last three on Trafalgar Street, we are preparing to turn the page.

Our final exhibition in this space: Fiona Lees: Postcards from Aotea / Memories of Eden (4 Oct – 1 Nov 2025).

We are delighted to announce ATELIER on Shelbourne — a 1905 villa reimagined as a living art experience, featuring David James Studio, curated artists, and private viewings by appointment. A new chapter begins in March 2026.

Fiona Lees - Postcards from Aotea / Memories of Eden. On show until 1 November. “Earlier this year, I spent time on Aote...
23/10/2025

Fiona Lees - Postcards from Aotea / Memories of Eden. On show until 1 November. “Earlier this year, I spent time on Aotea (Great Barrier Island) for an artist residency, where the wild beauty and quiet pace felt like stepping back in time. Among the island’s striking landscapes, one place in particular captivated me — the long-abandoned Garden Bay. Once a thriving vegetable garden, it now stands as a hauntingly beautiful metaphor for the gardens we’ve neglected — ecological, cultural, and personal.”

Artist Talk!Hi everyone!We are excited to let you know that Fiona Lees will be giving an artist talk on Saturday 1 Novem...
17/10/2025

Artist Talk!

Hi everyone!

We are excited to let you know that Fiona Lees will be giving an artist talk on Saturday 1 November at 12:30pm to discuss the ideas informing her latest body of work, Postcards from Aotea/Memories of Eden.

This special series of paintings and photographs are a response to a recent artist residency on Aotea/Great Barrier Island and explores the metaphor of the gardens we’ve neglected — ecological, cultural, and personal.

We look forward to seeing you at the gallery.

The team at ATELIER

He ao, he ao, he Aotearoa, oil on board, 2025. Fiona Lees - on show now.
15/10/2025

He ao, he ao, he Aotearoa, oil on board, 2025. Fiona Lees - on show now.

Exploring the intersection of nature, myth, and memory, this series contemplates the idea of the garden—both literal and...
09/10/2025

Exploring the intersection of nature, myth, and memory, this series contemplates the idea of the garden—both literal and metaphorical—as a site of beauty, loss, and renewal. Through painting and photographic studies, Fiona Lees reflects on what we cultivate, what we abandon, and the enduring dialogue between humanity and the natural world.

See you at 5:30pm this evening for the opening of Postcards from Aotea/Memories of Eden by Fiona Lees. A new body of pho...
03/10/2025

See you at 5:30pm this evening for the opening of Postcards from Aotea/Memories of Eden by Fiona Lees. A new body of photographic and painted works in response to her recent artist residency on Aotea/Great Barrier Island.

Ancient Layers - a diptych by Jessica Crothall in her current show, Punakaiki - Water and Rock. On show until 20 Septemb...
06/09/2025

Ancient Layers - a diptych by Jessica Crothall in her current show, Punakaiki - Water and Rock. On show until 20 September.

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28 Shelbourne Street
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7010

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Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 2pm

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