Cath O'Brien and Wendy Lawson

The Make Room
Cath O'Brien and Wendy Lawson​

The Make Room is an evolving artist-run space jointly operated by Cath O'Brien and Wendy Lawson.

"We provide opportunities for self-expression through a range of art forms including visual art, music and movement, writing and drama, delivered in a person-centred way” says Wendy.

The Make Room currently offers creative sessions for kids as well as arts therapy sessions for groups and individuals.

The Make Room’s vision is to establish collaborative projects with other artists, expressive therapists, and art enthusiasts to enhance creative possibilities across our diverse communities. 

“We're looking forward to the collaborative element of the space and are excited to see what stems from it,” says Cath. 

Cath O’Brien has been working in creative spaces with others, mainly children, for around 8 years. Alongside her own art practice Cath continues to offer her popular children's creativity sessions from The Make Room. Contact Cath directly for more information about her classes -cath@themakeroom.co.nz or visit www.makelikeatree.co.nz

Wendy Lawson is a practising artist and registered arts therapist (ANZATA.org.nz). She has experience working creatively with people of all ages and abilities within private, educational and community settings. Wendy is an avid art maker, creative problem solver and is passionate about enabling people to realise their potential through creativity. Wendy is excited to be offering individual and small group arts therapy sessions from The Make Room. Contact Wendy directly for more information – wendy@themakeroom.co.nz.

If you’d like to register your interest for upcoming creative experiences, we would love to hear from you.


"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up." Pablo Picasso 

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