27 September – 25 October 2026
The Button Factory, Auckland
Free entry · Open Monday–Friday, 10 am–5 pm

Coming Home to Your Body brings together portraits and personal stories exploring body image, identity, vulnerability and human connection.

Created by photographer Katharina Thoma, The Human Gallery grew from her own experience with body image and a question: what might happen if we became more curious about our bodies, instead of feeling we had to change or perfect them? Over months of photographing people and listening to their stories, that question became an exhibition.

The photographs and stories reflect bodies that have changed, carried people through difficult times, been criticised or celebrated, and gradually come to be understood in new ways. Visitors are welcome to explore the exhibition at their own pace and take part in interactive reflections.

The exhibition is free to visit during The Button Factory’s regular weekday hours. Related events take place throughout the month; check the individual event listings for details, tickets and RSVPs.