About the IHC Art Awards
The annual IHC Art Awards provides artists with an intellectual disability the opportunity to have their talent recognised, their voices heard and to sell their work.
Online IHC Art Awards gallery
Explore the captivating collection of this year's 493 Art Awards entries in our online gallery. Please note any unsold artworks are no longer available for purchase.
Erena Wylie's earrings
Erena, who placed third in the IHC Art Awards 2023 with “Korowai Tui Cloak”, sells her amazing recycled tyre inner earrings online. These can be purchased online on the Maorilands Hub website.
Galleries to visit
If you would like to view or purchase artwork produced by people with intellectual disabilities, below are some suggested studios and galleries to visit.
Kāpiti Art Studio
Kāpiti Art Studio is an accessible, inclusive, creative space where people who face participation barriers to the arts can express themselves creatively and connect with others in the wider community. We are a not for profit organisation umbrella'd by Kāpiti Impact Trust.
https://www.facebook.com/kapitiartstudio
Whanganui Creative Space (WCS)
WCS is a free community art studio, with a focus on art for well-being.
https://www.instagram.com/whanganuicreativespace/
The White Room Creative Space
The White Room Creative Space was developed in 2014 in response to a growing need to foster and develop the creative talent of people supported by SkillWise. With its own dedicated creative space, it has become an exciting and successful place where artists can explore and showcase their artistic potential.
https://www.thewhiteroomonline.org.nz/artist-pages.html
Sandz Gallery
Sandz Gallery, located in Frankton Village Hamilton, holds exhibitions of visual artists from the wider community as well as the work of the artists who attend their studio sessions.
https://www.instagram.com/sandzgallerynz/
https://sandzgallery.wixsite.com/sandzgallery
Studio2
Studio2 is a small art studio for people with disabilities located in Ōtepoti/Dunedin. We provide a supportive space where people can explore their creativity through a variety of processes and mediums.
Winners of the IHC Art Awards 2023
Max Hinds-Brown
The Red Chair
SOLD
An incredible detailed piece highlighting the decorative material of a red chair.
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First place
Max Hinds-Brown
Courtney Youens
My Dad
SOLD
I made a portrait of my Dad. He likes cars and helping people. I used handmade paper and PVA glue to make an image of my dad. I ripped little pieces of paper to add detail to my design.
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Second place
Courtney Youens
Erena Wylie
Korowai Tui Cloak
SOLD
304 feathers made from recycled bicycle tyres cut and coloured and woven into a cloak. This artwork took 100’s of hours to produce, reflecting Erena’s determination and zest for life.
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Third place
Erena Wylie
Ryko McAvoy-Hope
Farmer
SOLD
Youth Award Entry
So I put the road in and then I put the buildings in. And then I done the grass. The front of the picture is myself. I do farm work during most of the weekends.
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Youth Award
Ryko McAvoy-Hope
Manaia Matakatea
Grocery List
SOLD
Manaia loves to make lists to organise his world so he feels safe.
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L’affare People’s Choice Award
