Pareidolia is the impulse to find meaning in the abstract- faces in clouds, stories in shapes. This exhibition invites you to wander through the space between perception and imagination, where your mind completes the picture and meaning quietly emerges. Perception is more than just seeing- it’s how we make sense of the world, shaped by memory, emotion, and personal experience. It’s a powerful tool and a quiet exercise in empathy, reminding us that no two people see the same thing in quite the same way. Through abstract paintings and sculptural handmade lamps, this show becomes a playground for the senses- a space to reflect, to wonder, and to notice what rises to the surface when we let go of needing clear answers.

Julia Krystyna – multimedia artist drawn to nature, emotion, and the surreal beauty hidden in everyday moments. Growing up in a creative household, making art always felt like a natural way to explore the world. Her work spans abstract painting, immersive installations, and transformative spatial design. A former chef turned gardener and circus artist, she weaves imagination into everything she does. Her art is suggestive- open to interpretation, rich in feeling, and made to spark reflection, connection, and new creation.

Through her art, she shows her belief that creativity and self-expression will shape a better world.

Photo credit: Portrait by Aaron Burgess

Date: Saturday, 2nd August
Gallery Opening: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Immersive Art Experience: 8:00 pm – late
Location: 2 Abbey St, Auckland
Ticketed from 8pm: $15-25