MEET OUR TEAM
Jago Neal - Manager
I was born into a family of artists and photographers and art has always been integral to me. I originally come from London where I attained my B.A in art and design. My desire to paint and draw the world around me led me to travel extensively and after visiting New Zealand with my wife we decided to move here. I find this country hugely inspiring and feel that it is a lovely environment to raise my two girls.
I have taught art in a variety of places; an Indian orphanage, Auckland secondary schools and our very own Kumeū arts Centre. I place huge value on arts education.
I am also a practicing artist and have exhibited in a range of galleries in the U.K and New Zealand.
I am thrilled to be the current Manager of Kumeū Arts. My intention is to serve the community, help to facilitate the wonderful resources on offer here and move the Centre forward into exciting new directions.
My role here is to curate the galleries, book exhibitions, organize classes and events here and to oversee the every-day running of the space. Feel free to write or come in and talk to me about how I can help Kumeū Arts serve your needs.
www.jagoneal.com
Emma Springford-Gough - Arts Administrator
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Emma started here at Kumeū Arts as the Arts Administrator in January 2022. This role involves administration, overseeing the gallery shop, front of house and working alongside Jago and Mette, with involvement in exhibitions. Among other things, her background includes a Bachelor of Visual Arts from AUT and a Diploma in Secondary Teaching and Learning from Christchurch College of Education. Emma regularly exhibits her work in Kumeū Arts members exhibitions and has an art studio in Helensville. Instagram @emmaspringfordgough_artist |
Mette Hay - Marketing and Gallery Assistant
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Mette joined the Kumeū Arts team in 2022 working part-time as gallery assistant. This involves minding and marketing of the galleries and exhibiting artists. Minding, the shop, supporting artists and visitors to the centre as well as the occasional exhibition curation.
Mette enjoys bringing the creativity out in anyone that comes through the door and is a strong advocate for the arts as an important aspect of a healthy society. Mette has a Masters in Art and design from AUT and is currently applying for a PhD candidature. WWW.MetteHay.com |
Christine Rose - Chairperson
I was heavily involved with creation of both Kumeū Arts and the Kumeū Children's Art Club, and I am the current Chairperson of Kumeū Arts and have been for many years.
I am a believer in the creative and social development opportunities of the arts for individual and public benefit. As well as being on the committee,
I am an active artist, and I am passionate about many varied media including ceramics, painting, writing, knitting, crochet and much more.
BA (hons), Politics and Philosophy, Cert Env.law
I am a believer in the creative and social development opportunities of the arts for individual and public benefit. As well as being on the committee,
I am an active artist, and I am passionate about many varied media including ceramics, painting, writing, knitting, crochet and much more.
BA (hons), Politics and Philosophy, Cert Env.law
The Kumeū Arts Committee
Kumeū Arts is governed by a committee of volunteers who meet every month and continue to shape Kumeū Arts. If you are interested in becoming a committee member please get in touch.
Kumeū Arts is governed by a committee of volunteers who meet every month and continue to shape Kumeū Arts. If you are interested in becoming a committee member please get in touch.