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Absolution

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Established in 1996 as a professional body-piercing studio, Absolution built its reputation on a combination of a hygienic approach, modern fit-out and professional and personable staff.

Simon Edwards | Castle Hill

Thursday 26 March - Saturday 2 May 2026

Often synonymous with its distinctive and dramatic limestone rock formations, the wider Castle Hill landscape is a broad alpine basin situated between the Torlesse and Craigieburn ranges - known mountain playgrounds for local Ōtautahi Christchurch artist, Simon Edwards. In a new body of work set to wow its audiences, Simon continues deftly exploring his painting style as he probes the balance of en plein air and studio painting within his practice. Of his latest subject matter Simon says, "Castle Hill feels isolated - a meeting of plains and mountains. It's that mix of openness and weight, beauty and the sublime, that keeps drawing me back." There's an evident pull in these new works, employing atmospheric perspective to create recognisable landscapes that entice the viewer deeper up river valleys, across plains, over ridges and into the beckoning distance. Adding to this his iconic misty clouds, textured rock formations, and expressive colour palettes, Simon elevates the mood and atmosphere of each work beyond the physical and the tangible, into the realm of memory, emotion, and experience.

Arts Centre Education

Education

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What you need to know

Visit

Admission
Admission to The Arts Centre is free. Some organisations based here have entry fees, which are displayed on each organisation’s website.

Arts Centre Food Trucks

Eat & drink

Street food on the go
Fresh food, bursting with flavour, made with love and family recipes. The Arts Centre is Ōtautahi’s premier food truck destination and a great place in town to grab a quick bite.

Landmarks that tell our stories

Visit

Ancient art galleries, coastal walks and architectural landmarks are just some of the must-dos you’ll find in the Waitaha Canterbury itinerary.

Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities

Galleries & museums

Come and explore the Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities, where you can see more than 3,000 years of human history through an amazing collection of artefacts from Greek, Roman, Egyptian and Near Eastern cultures.

Pop the Cork at Cellar Door

News

Cellar Door opened its doors at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora in Christchurch earlier this month.

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The Arts Centre Shop

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For stylish gifts and exclusive Arts Centre mementos designed by local artists, visit The Arts Centre Shop – purchases support local artists and Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre.