Arts & Crafts in Hokitika

Home of New Zealand’s finest creations featuring local/NZ art and artisans, jewellery, hand crafted NZ giftware and New Zealand designer clothing. Located in the town centre on Revell street. Shop for yourself or great gift ideas. Uniquely New Zealand

Did you know that New Zealand has its own precious gemstone? The Goodletite form of New Zealand Ruby Rock contains ruby, sapphire & tourmaline crystals. Beautifully crafted by Gerry Commandeur into precious gold & silver jewellery. Goodletite is found only in Hokitika, Westland, NZ.

FREE INTERACTIVE GUIDED TOURS DAILY – Learn abouth the History, Formation & Manufacture of Jade. Mountain Jade has one of NZ’s largest selection of quality & affordable Nephrite Jade/Pounamu Carvings & Sculptures for you to choose from. Watch some of NZ’s most talented Jade Carvers. A “must do” Westcoast experience. Open 7 Days (365 Days of the Year)

Established in 1962 one of Hokitikas leading attractions. We design and manufacture NZ Jade. Visitors are welcome to view all stages of the carving process. Our showroom features a wide range of NZ Jade Carvings and Jewellery. We also have Paua and Bone as well as general NZ souvenirs.

A cooperative of 15 crafts people and artists. The gallery is run by it’s members who make unique designs to the highest standards. Wood, jade, silver, bone, pottery, fibre and art are featured. Open 8.30am to 5pm. Summer hours 8.30am to 8.30pm.

Discover NZ fine art and the local colours of the West Coast captured by photographer Juergen Schacke. His connection with the heart and soul of the Coast is evident in his incredible images. The Gallery is a fantastic way to take in the spirit of the region. Artwork can be posted worldwide.

Ian Phillips is first and foremost a creator of things of beauty. His copper sculptures are all handcrafted, textured, formed and then coloured with Ian’s unique method of controlled heat patina. Ian focuses on creating New Zealand species of sealife, landscapes, birds, plants and insects. Gemstones and jewellery are also available at his South Bank Art Studio.

Glass blowing-designer art forms. View master glassblowers handcrafting glassware, art glass, giftware, souvenirs, tableware & glass beads. All available from our large showroom. Open 7 days.

NATURAL GOLD NUGGETS. As found, natural West Coast gold nuggets & flakes sourced from present day gold mines. Watch our jeweller working with the as found gold, creating beautiful gold nugget jewellery. Hold a large gold nugget in your hand and experience the amazing weight of gold. Studio & Gallery Open 7 days.