Wellington

Our Wellington Gallery

Complementary to the auction viewings that travel across the country, Webb's Wellington Gallery offers an exciting calendar of selling exhibitions. These exhibitions allow customers to purchase the works on display immediately, making them a perfect opportunity for art enthusiasts to invest in unique pieces created by established and emerging artists.

Current Selling Exhibition

Three Generations, Four Painters
18.03.25 — 12.04.25

Three Generations, Four Painters—Selling Exhibition—presents the work of Michael Browne alongside paintings by his parents, Alan C Browne & Ruth D Browne, and his son, Matthew Browne. 

In the Browne family, artistic talent seems to be a cherished inheritance, as evidenced by the presence of four, gifted artists across three generations. This exhibition—with works spanning from the 1950’s to current day—stands as a testament to their creative legacy, showcasing the unique styles within various genres, and perspectives that each artist brings to the family's artistic DNA. It highlights how the bonds of creativity and expression are deeply rooted and proving that the saying 'the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree' holds true within this remarkable lineage. 

Virginia Woods-Jack
Exhibitions Manager

A Capital Address

In 1957, Peter Webb launched his first dealer gallery, where he hosted a group show featuring Colin McCahon, Rita Angus, and Toss Woollaston; names we now recognise as some of the most renowned in the Aotearoa art world.

Later that year, Webb gave Colin McCahon his first solo show, a move that marked an important milestone in New Zealand's art history. Peter Webb's commitment to working directly with artists continues to this day in our Webb’s Wellington Gallery. With regularly updated exhibitions we showcase the best of New Zealand art, carrying on the legacy and passion of his vision.

Complementary to the auction previews, Webb's Wellington Gallery offers an exciting calendar of selling exhibitions. These exhibitions allow customers to purchase the works on display immediately, making them a perfect opportunity for art enthusiasts to invest in unique pieces created by established and emerging artists. 

The exhibitions program is led by Virginia Woods-Jack with the support of Senior Arts Specialist Mark Hutchins-Pond, both of whom possess a wealth of expertise and a deep appreciation for the arts. The passion and proficiency of our small but dedicated team enable them to effectively curate and manage exhibitions, enhancing the gallery's offerings and enriching the experiences of our visitors.

Situated at 23 Marion St, Webb’s Wellington features a 500 meter square state-of-the-art gallery space, along with private meeting and viewing rooms – all fitted out to exacting standards. We look forward to welcoming our Wellington clients and guests to the Webb’s experience. Experience New Zealand's rich art history and vibrant present at Webb's Wellington gallery.

Mark Hutchins-Pond

Senior Specialist, Art


  • Mark Hutchins-Pond is our Senior Art Specialist based in Wellington. He has extensive art sector expertise from over three decades of working with, presenting, writing about championing the best contemporary fine art in Aotearoa New Zealand.

    Mark’s previous appointments include leading the Pātaka Art+Museum curatorial team and successfully running his own dealer gallery for nine years.

    He has written for and edited various art publications, both independently and as a part of his lead curator role within the museum sector, and is a popular and respected speaker on New Zealand art and artists.

Virginia Woods-Jack

Exhibitions Manager


  • Virginia Woods-Jack is a photographic artist and curator who migrated to Wellington, from the UK, over 20 years ago.

    As an award-winning artist with a successful practice in the United Kingdom who relocated to another country in her adult years, Virginia has first-hand knowledge of the challenges inherent in re-building a career and an artistic ‘brand’ in Aotearoa.

    This — along with a background as an artists’ advocate and as practice manager for the globally successful Max Patté — have given her an exceptional edge at Webb’s Wellington, to be able to work with and champion local artists as well as make well informed suggestions to collectors.

    At Webb’s Wellington, the affable Virginia is tasked both with some of the complex logistical and administrative elements needed to put together a fast-paced schedule of exhibitions, as well as curatorial and client-facing aspects of the business.

Karen Rigby

+64 22 344 5610
karen@webbs.co.nz

Business Manager

  • Karen joined Webb’s in July 2022 after having a 20-year career at Patridge Jewellers, with her previous role being General Manager. Having been with the company guiding it through its expansion from one store to eight she thrives in business growth. Spending a lot of her career with them in the role of Marketing, Events and Operations Manager she has been able to bring these valuable skills with her to her current role of Business Manager.

    Karen is based in our Wellington gallery and oversees the running of the gallery from previews for our artworks going to auction and the change over to pop up exhibitions of national artists. She is also closely involved with the Auckland gallery managing both the operations and front of house teams.