Forde Gallery is an evolving space where works are created, exhibited and then installed in their new homes. This means that works are continually evolving. As we also believe sculpture needs to be experienced, we encourage people to visit 42 Erua Road, or exhibiting galleries/ exhibitions to truly gain an understanding of the works.
New works
Whakapiki…Whakaheke/ Rising…Descending
Inspired by the mystery and beauty of formation of the different Kāmaka/ stone. From Pounamu/ Aotearoa Nephrite that is formed deep underground through the pressure of plate tectonic s and pushed up through the earth’s surface to be found at the top of mountains and in the awe of the Te was Pounamu. Kōkawa Taranaki/ Taranaki Andesite which is formed through the slow release of Moulten from Taranaki and has made it’s way slowly down the Maunga. Ōnewa/ Basalt/ Greywacke formed by rapid eruptions and is often ejected physically from a volcano to find its resting place in water or dry land. Finally Māta/ obsidian with its beautiful black iridescent forms thatThese works are really dynamic in that they can be installed in a number of ways, inside and outside.
These works are currently exhibited at Forde Gallery.
Pou Puanga
Inspired by friendship and connection. These are smaller pou ranging between 2200 and 2400 in height. These works are a smaller more intimate version of the Papare Pou and can be installed inside either to a wall or a metal base. They can also be installed outside. Australian Hardwood and Pounamu Taonga/ necklace.
Pou Kāmaka
Inspired by the foundations and humanity’s ability to find higher ground in the face of adversity. Also through this adversity there is hope that humanity can make changes to address current environmental concerns for the future.
Currently works by ANTON FORDE are being exhibited at
Forde Gallery
To view works in person you can visit Forde Gallery which is open every Saturday 9 a.m – 2 p.m. or if you are on Waiheke Island contact us to make an appointment. If you are interested in any of the works, a discussion about a site specific sculpture, or for an updated catalogue of works available email info@fordegallery.com or phone Anton on 0276082188.
Please see below a sample of some of the current works by Anton Forde.
Papare / Protector Pou AND WALL WORKS
“The richest artworks have multiple layers, beginning with what is visible to the eye before the more conceptual ideas are revealed.” Nadine Rubin Nathan
Pou can be purchased/ commissioned individually or in formations.
KŌHATU/STONEWORKS
“To be a sculptor is also to be a finder and surfacer of forms, over which meaning can be draped like a shawl.” – Amy Stewart
Below are current works currently exhibited. Please email info@fordegallery for all enquiries.