A woman standing on a porch, holding a paintbrush to her face, in front of an easel with a painting, surrounded by greenery and outdoor scenery.

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29th SEPT -
26 th OCT

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EXHIBITION AUCKLAND

Between Hibiscus Flowers

29TH SEPTEMBER - 26TH OCTOBER 2026
@ Estuary Arts Centre, Ōrewa, Auckland

Between Hibiscus Flowers is an artist’s tribute to her young adulthood. This collection is a celebration and closing of a long and bountiful era on the Hibiscus Coast. Between the Hibiscus Flowers is inspired by the experiences, feelings and musings of ‘growing up’. Filled with exploration, overseas travel, dreamy landscapes and expressive techniques, Emmeline's works are created from memories, imagination and nostalgia.

A woman sitting on a tan leather couch, smiling, with her arms and legs wrapped around her knees, wearing a gray sweater, blue shorts, and gray socks with teal accents. Behind her is a large green plant, a white wall, a painting of musicians playing instruments, and a white lampshade on a side table.
A painting of a person sitting on a branch of a large tree by a body of water, with another person swimming in the water, with colorful reflections and a bright sky.

Heavily influenced by Magical Realism, these paintings take on a dreamy expression. With feet on the ground yet head in the clouds, Emmeline has created works that celebrate the enjoyment and contentment of life. Inspired by Fauvism’s commitment to beauty and Expressionism’s dedication to emotion, these impressionistic works have colour and life. 

Within the paintings and artworks ideas of reciprocity and connection shines through. Being raised rural and living on the same farm for her entire upbringing created a deep sense of belonging for Emmeline. Her commitment to reciprocity, and being part of a cycle of giving, sees her works celebrating the natural world.

A painting of a woman sitting at a table with food, under a large umbrella, in an outdoor setting, with other people and vegetation in the background.
A painting of a woman sitting at a table with food, under a large umbrella, in an outdoor setting, with other people and vegetation in the background.

Between Hibiscus Flowers is a showcase of works that look at life with contentment and gratitude. It invites the viewer to enter memories and emotions of nostalgia and belonging. These paintings mark the end of Emmeline’s time in Auckland as she prepares to start her new life in Christchurch. They are a tribute to her being raised Between Hibiscus Flowers.

Stylized black graffiti of the letters E and K overlapping on a black background with digital glitch effects in green, blue, and red.

Emmeline Batten 2026

Exhibition Dates

29 September 2026 -
26 October 2026

Opening Night

Saturday 3rd October
3pm - 5pm

214 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa 0931, Auckland, Aotearoa,

Ōrewa Estuary Arts Centre

 

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