Creative Matakana

Auckland
Mon 1 May - Fri 5 May, 2023

Prepare to be inspired! Bookings for courses open on Monday January 9, 2023 at 8am and will be booked strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.

A week-long programme of creative courses held in early May each year, some for the full five days, with shorter workshops also available. Participants learn from talented tutors, exchange ideas and techniques, meet people with diverse interests, and discover Matakana and its beautiful surroundings. Extra events include a welcome event and a participant’s dinner. Fun, sustainably-focused days on a range of subjects including making recycled rubber jewellery, gardening, flowers and architecture. Gorgeous.

Cost?

Yes

For more info visit:

Creative Matakana

Address

Matakana Village
Matakana 0948

Contact

creativematakana@gmail.com

ACCESSIBILITY

Transport

Less than an hour north of Auckland.

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