Exhibitions

Though very beautiful, British photographer Mandy Barker's hypnotising photographs highlight the sinister reality of society's reliance on plastic and the damage it causes to the natural world. Working alongside scientists, Barker photographed real plastic rubbish collected on the pristine beaches of a remote island and transformed it into an evocative series of works with a simple message: we must act now.

SHELF-LIFE, a series of 10 photographs by Barker, will be on display in the Grand Foyer to draw attention to the plight of the world's oceans and the impact of pollution on marine life and, ultimately, ourselves.

This display is free for all Aucklanders, and is included in international visitors' admission charge. Donations are invited from other New Zealand visitors.

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Award-winning Swanson photographer Olaf Petersen (1915-1994) spent a lifetime creating images of the outdoors, especially on the coast of West Auckland. Predominantly showcasing landscapes, Petersen’s images often include elements that cross the boundaries of nature and humanity, often including the presence of people in the frame. Seabirds and children feature on windswept sandhills and beaches, morning mists cling to trees as sunlight breaks through.

This exhibition is free for all Aucklanders, and is included in international visitors' admission charge. Donations are invited from other New Zealand visitors.