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Get ready for an electrifying night at Art Battle this month!

13 Dec 2023

Artists and colour lovers… are you ready?

The planet’s biggest live painting competition, Art Battle, is held across 60+ cities worldwide. It’s now here in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland where you can join in on the exciting energy!

The artists are battling their way through heats for the chance of competing at the grand final at Eden Park 2024!

12 artists, 3 rounds, 1 champion. Cast your vote - the audience decides who goes through! As the night unfolds you can also snag a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, as every artwork created goes up for auction. Be a part of the energy at this high-speed showdown. Plus watch a spotlight artist who will work on a large canvas through the duration of the evening.

Hosted by MC Jules Craft, plus top DJs and an array of creative talent – it’s an inspiring night to remember.

Thursday 21 December @ Wynyard Pavilion - Doors open 6pm. Round 1 starts 7pm sharp! Food and drink available. 

Special ticket prices available for friends of Resene! Just $20/ticket (under half price). Enter the code COLOUR when you buy your tickets to get this discount.

Join the fun as a spectator - buy tickets online here

Do you have what it takes? Artists apply online here

Art Battle, a high-energy and super creative live painting competition, is set to captivate New Zealand's creative community. With 12 artists competing in a unique space, organiser Liam Downes, a former participant turned producer, emphasises the event's unparalleled excitement. Originating from his positive experience in a 2022 Art Battle, Liam is committed to providing a platform for local talent in exceptional venues like Wynyard Pavilion and the grand final at Eden Park in March 2024. The competition, part of the global Art Battle world series with over 60 participating cities, allows artists to showcase their skills, with the audience both onsite and online deciding their fate. The event involves three rounds, audience voting via QR codes, and a silent auction for patrons to take home their favourite pieces. Art Battle promises a memorable night celebrating creativity on a global level.

Remaining heats:

Wynyard Pavilion, 17 Jellicoe Street, Auckland CBD

21 December 2023, 6-10:30pm

1 February 2024, 6-10:30pm

GRAND FINAL:

Eden Park stadium, Reimers Avenue, Kingsland, Auckland

28 March 2024, 6-10:30pm

On the night:

Doors open 6pm.

First round of 6 artists starts 7pm.

2nd round of 6 artists starts 8pm.

Final round of 4 selected artists starts 9pm.

Winner(s) announced 9.45pm

Auction/Bidding 9.45pm-10pm.

Finish/Close 10-10.30pm.

Published: 13 Dec 2023