THE PROJECT LAB

Art studio and workshop in Havelock North, Hawkes Bay

The Project Lab is a haven for creativity and innovation.

It's
a place where ideas come to life, where the imagination
knows no bounds.

If you're looking to commission a unique piece of art, have something made to your specifications or get help with a project, then get in touch!

The Project Lab offers the resources and inspiration needed to transform visions into tangible masterpieces.

What does The Lab do?

The Project Lab is the studio and workshop of me - Tam Macken. Home to my tools and materials its where I plan, build and make………. but thats not all!

Rather than keep it all to myself I want to share the workshop with creatives from all walks of life.

From artists needing space or tools for large projects to community groups working on festival props, cultural workshops and school groups.

Collaboration, creativity and community are the cornerstones of the whole concept, so get on board for a good time!!

THE WORKSHOP:

Is based at The Art Farm on the outskirts of Havelock North (the old Te Mata Mushroom site, 174 Brookvale rd)

The Project Lab is a 100 m2 facility with specialist tools ranging from welding and plasma cutting, hot wire foam carving, drill press, power saws, grinders and hand tools to compressors for spraying finishes and more.

Where there’s a will there’s a way and here in the workshop anything becomes possible.

RESOURCE RESCUE:

Resource Rescue is a one of a kind storefront run by The Project Lab. It stocks a range of items for use by artists and creatives from textiles, metals, timber and art boards to containers and packaging.

The mission is to prevent these materials from
ending up in landfill and provide them at low cost to individuals looking to unleash their creativity.

Visit us to explore the available resources and discover innovative ways to use them and spark your imagination.

Get in touch to know more and watch this space as the collection grows and regular opening hours are added!

Resource Rescue is a not-for-profit project, so if you have or know of materials you think would be a good fit then get in touch!

  • my services

    Have products, prototypes, display items, props and more made to for you

  • studio and tools

    book a time to use the tools and the space yourself or get assistance while you do it

  • resource rescue store

    Check out the amazing resources we have collected that are ready to inspire you

  • join in the fun

    Take part in fun workshops to learn new techniques

ABOUT ME:

Tam Macken

My studio is filled with a diverse array of creative materials and exciting projects - from tiny to huge, literal to whimsical and everything in between.

I have a wealth of experience in making all sorts of things and can assist you in crafting your own unique piece or create it for you from scratch.

My artistic journey is one of constant exploration and discovery, blending traditional art techniques with functional, eye-catching designs.

In the community, I'm known not only for my varied skills but also for my eagerness to share knowledge and inspire others on their own creative paths.

THE PROJECT LAB

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