Rachel Rush Headlines The Auckland Art Show
Rachel Rush is one of the most exciting names in contemporary New Zealand art. Her work is collected internationally, featured in major exhibitions, and tipped by insiders as one of the smartest buys in art right now. While she’s still flying under the radar for many Kiwis, her pieces are selling out around the world.
That’s about to change.
This June, Rachel Rush is headlining The Auckland Art Show at the Viaduct Events Centre from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 June. Whether you’re an art lover, a first-time buyer, or just want to see something bold and different, this is the event to go to.
Affordable Art for Everyone
Rush’s appearance is a major drawcard, but what makes this exhibition stand out is how accessible it is. Her work is available to buy at prices ranging from $980 to $13,000, making it one of the most affordable ways to start (or grow) your art collection.
It’s a genuine opportunity to own original work from an established artist without gallery markups or industry gatekeeping.
Preview the Art
A selection of pieces that will be on display at the show includes:
Rachel Rush (resin and abstract works):
RUSH (graffiti-inspired works):
Going to Graceland
Two Sides, One Artist
Dark Desert Highway
Grace
Diff’rent Strokes
Just Kids
Rachel Rush paints in contrast. As Rachel, she creates soft, layered resin works that radiate light and calm. As RUSH, she flips the script, creating gritty, graffiti-inspired pieces filled with movement and edge.
This creative duality is what makes her so unique. Both sides will be on show, giving visitors the rare chance to see the full range of her practice in one space.
“The duality of Rachel Rush and RUSH makes her work completely unique. She balances rebellion and control, softness and strength,” says one of the show’s organisers. “It’s something you have to see in person to fully understand.”
From Under the Radar to Centre Stage
Rachel Rush has built a quiet but serious reputation in the art world. She’s exhibited across New Zealand, Singapore, and Australia, secured a high-profile residency at SO/ Auckland Gallery, and regularly sells out shows both here and overseas.
At past events, her work has drawn queues before the doors even opened, with collectors eager to get in first. She’s now recognised as one of New Zealand’s top-selling contemporary artists — and the demand just keeps growing.
This showing at the Auckland Art Show is one of her biggest public appearances yet, and her most accessible. It’s the perfect time to discover her work, meet the artist, and take something home.
A Story Behind Every Canvas
Rush’s path to painting began after a life-threatening illness in her twenties. That experience pushed her to live more boldly and pursue her creativity without hesitation.
Her work is personal, energetic, and expressive. She paints from a home studio filled with music, movement, and the organised chaos of spray cans and resin pours. “It’s messy, but it’s mine,” she says. “And it’s where I can let everything out.”
Why You’ll Want to Be There
Rush’s art is best seen in person. The texture, the colour, the contrast, and the stories behind each piece create an experience that stays with you.
Whether you’re drawn to vibrant graffiti or calming abstract works, there’s something in her collection that will speak to you. She’ll be at the show all weekend, chatting to visitors and sharing her process.
With a wide range of styles and prices on offer, this is your chance to see and collect work from a standout New Zealand artist before the rest of the country catches up.
EVENT DETAILS
The Auckland Art Show
Friday 28 to Sunday 30 June 2024 Viaduct Events Centre, Auckland
Info: aucklandartshow.co.nz
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