Become a patron

Be part of something extraordinary. As a Sculpture on the Gulf patron, you'll join a community of art lovers who make this iconic biennial exhibition possible. Your support brings world-class sculpture to Waiheke Island's stunning coastal walkway, while offering you exclusive access to artists, curators, and fellow patrons. View the patron tiers & benefits below. If you’d like to make a bank transfer please email guy@waihekeartgallery.org.nz

3% Cover the Fee

Patron Tiers & Benefits

Koru/Silver Patrons 

$1,000–$2,500 
For an individual or couple

  • Complimentary tickets to SOTG 2027 

  • Complimentary tickets to an exclusive patron drinks event to meet the curators and view artworks before they go on sale publicly 

  • Invitation to the SOTG 2027 opening event (Ticket purchase required) 

  • Invitation to the SOTG 2027 walkway preview 

  • Patron recognition online and in the Gallery (anonymous if preferred) 

  • Waiheke Art Gallery membership — includes invitations to openings and events, weekly newsletter, and 10% shop discount (one individual membership per donation) 

  

Raupō/Bronze Patrons

$5,000
For an individual or couple

  • Complimentary tickets to SOTG 2027 

  • Complimentary tickets to an exclusive patron drinks event to meet the curators and view artworks before they go on sale publicly 

  • Complimentary tickets to the SOTG 2027 opening event 

  • Invitation to the SOTG 2027 walkway preview 

  • Patron recognition online and in the Gallery (anonymous if preferred) 

  • Waiheke Art Gallery membership — includes invitations to openings and events, weekly newsletter, and 10% shop discount (one individual membership per donation) 

Plus 

  • Early access to view and purchase SOTG 2027 artworks, prior to public events and general sale 

  • Artist Sponsorship — alignment with an artist of your choice. Your support will be acknowledged on the SOTG walkway, adjacent to their sculpture. 

  • Private preview presentations of artworks for small groups, hosted at your home 

Kōwhai/Gold Patrons

$10,000
For an individual or couple

  • Complimentary tickets to SOTG 2027 

  • Complimentary tickets to an exclusive patron drinks event to meet the curators and view artworks before they go on sale publicly 

  • Complimentary tickets to the SOTG 2027 opening event 

  • Invitation to the SOTG 2027 walkway preview 

  • Patron recognition online and in the Gallery (anonymous if preferred) 

  • Waiheke Art Gallery membership — includes invitations to openings and events, weekly newsletter, and 10% shop discount (one individual membership per donation) 

Plus

  •  Early access to view and purchase SOTG 2027 artworks, prior to public events and general sale 

  • Artist Sponsorship — alignment with an artist of your choice. Your support will be acknowledged on the SOTG walkway, adjacent to their sculpture. 

  • Private preview presentations of artworks for small groups, hosted at your home 

  • Deepened artist alignment — private dinner, studio visit, and accommodation support for your chosen artist during SOTG 2027. 

  • A limited-edition artwork created exclusively for Kōwhai Patrons