Creative spaces directory: Otago region

Creative spaces are community-based arts organisations and groups where people, often with limited access, can go to make art, participate in theatre, dance, music, film and creative writing. Find a creative space in Otago. If you would rather look at a national directory, visit the national creative spaces directory.

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Artsenta

Address: 462 Princes Street, Dunedin
Artsenta is a shared art studio for tangata whaiora - people seeking wellbeing. Our kaupapa is wellbeing through creativity and community. We present a wide variety of creative opportunities including arts and crafts, music and creative writing. No artistic experience is required and the focus is on the creative process rather than the end result. We run regular beginner sessions, group activities plus events and exhibitions. Materials and equipment are provided and our talented staff have a range of skills to share. Our creative space is accessible and non-clinical. No referral is required however attendees must be receiving support for a mental health or addiction issue. Give us a call to find our more, or if you’re in Ōtepoti, come and have a look around.  Visit the Artsenta website to find out more.
Contact: Paul Smith, Director | 03 477 9566 | info@artsenta.org

Waitaki Creative Wellbeing

Various sites
The Artsenta outreach team provides creative wellbeing sessions in a number of towns in North Otago. These sessions are an opportunity for anyone 18 years and over experiencing mental distress or wellbeing challenges to be creative in a safe and supportive environment. All sessions are free to attend but places may be limited. Find out more on our Facebook page.
Kurow – weekly on Mondays, 12:30-3pm; Palmerston – weekly on Tuesdays, 12:30-3pm; Oamaru – weekly on Wednesdays, 9:30am-12 noon and 1pm-3:30pm.
Contact: Toni 021 184 8470 or waitaki@artsenta.org 

Central Otago Creative Wellbeing

Various sites
The Artsenta outreach team provides creative wellbeing sessions in a number of towns in Central Otago. These sessions are an opportunity for anyone 18 years and over experiencing mental distress or wellbeing challenges to be creative in a safe and supportive environment. All sessions are free to attend but places may be limited. Find out more on our Facebook page.
Wanaka – weekly on Tuesdays, 2pm-4:30pm; Cromwell – weekly on Wednesdays, 9:30am-12 noon; Alexandra – weekly on Thursdays, 12:30pm-3pm.
Contact: Janie 021 027 81078 or central@artsenta.org

Studio2 and Margaret Freeman Gallery

Address: 147 Hillside Rd, Dunedin

Studio2 is an art studio and gallery where people with a learning disability and the neurodiverse community can come together to make great art. We run 10 weekly sessions Monday to Friday 9-12pm and 1- 4pm. Our space is a vibrant addition to our community and the lives of the artists that attend. Central to the Studio2 kaupapa is assisting artists to show their work in public spaces, which is transforming the Ōtepoti environment, our understanding of art, who an artist is, and how we read disabled lives. Visit us on Instagram
Contact: Programme Facilitator | 03 455 5222 | artstudio@xtra.co.nz