Arapeta Ashton, Merket, 2024, Ceramic, plastic wire

Sanderson presents EMBELLISH – a group exhibition of adornments and objects related to the body, curated by Jemma Giorza. The exhibition features work from Josephine Cachemaille, Arapeta Hākura exhibiting under ‘Camp Father,’ Julia Holderness, Iza Lozano, Sung Hwan Bobby Park, Hanna Shim and Lisa Walker (ONZM).

Each artist has chosen to present a series of works that respond to the wider theme of adornment. While often suggesting jewellery or clothing, adornment can extend to ornaments, accessories and objects used to embellish, decorate and convey information about the wearer. Historically, adornment and jewellery have held a powerful position within society as portable and wearable artworks that signal social and political alignments by the wearer.The works in EMBELLISH exemplify the ongoing importance of adornment within society today, and visual culture as an expression of identity.