The Annual summer exhibition is something of a tradition at Gow Langsford — though not one that appears on the calendar every year. This edition carries particular significance, as it is the first to be presented in the gallery’s new flagship space in Onehunga. The move marks an important milestone for the gallery, offering a refreshed context in which to revisit this long-standing seasonal format.

Bringing together works from across Gow Langsford’s stable of artists, the exhibition highlights the depth and breadth of the gallery’s programme. New works appear alongside pieces drawn from the archives, creating an intergenerational dialogue that reveals shifts in artistic approaches, materials, and themes. The selection underscores the dynamic range of practices represented by the gallery — from painting and sculpture to photography and mixed media.

Curated collaboratively by the Gow Langsford team, the exhibition celebrates the gallery’s vibrant artistic community while foregrounding the strength of contemporary art in Aotearoa. Placed in conversation with key international works, the show frames local perspectives within a broader global context. This edition of the Annual Summer Exhibition not only honors a gallery tradition but also signals a renewed chapter for Gow Langsford and its evolving cultural landscape.