Artists

Jenny Tollemache – Jenny Tollemache Artist (Stop 42)

Jenny Tollemache is a joyful abstract artist whose work is driven by colour, texture, and playful experimentation. Painting intuitively in acrylics and mixed media, she creates vibrant, expressive pieces across a variety of surfaces, from traditional canvas and wooden board to recycled cardboard and uniquely shaped formats. Her creative energy extends into three-dimensional work as well, including charming papier-mâché vessels made from reused materials. Each one a nod to her childhood artroom memories.

A passionate maker of handmade sketchbooks and journals, Jenny also specialises in traditional bookbinding. Each journal is crafted entirely by hand, from folding and stitching the paper to painting the covers, bringing a personal and tactile quality to her work that resonates deeply with fellow creatives.

Her studio is a beautifully crafted weatherboard cottage tucked within a flourishing garden and designed to match her 100-year-old villa. With sash and leadlight windows, it’s a charming, light-filled space that reflects Jenny’s creative spirit and love for reimagined materials.

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Studio Location

45 Watling Street, Gate Pa, Tauranga 3112

Contact

Phone: 021 035 5506
Email: jennytollemachenz@gmail.com

Visitor Notes

Enter through the garden gate and follow the brick path, Jenny’s storybook-style studio is nestled at the end and hard to miss!

Facilities

  • No Wheelchair Access (uneven brick path, accessible for some with walking aids)
  • Public Roadside Parking
  • Bus Access

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