Welcome to Mangaweka 'Yellow Church' Gallery - HOME of the LEGENDARY - FAKES and FORGERIES EXHIBITIONS - 2025 !
Mangaweka 'Yellow Church' Gallery is a well-established and 'infamous' Art gallery, located right on State Highway 1 in the awesome Rangitikei District, New Zealand/Aotearoa. We curate and create Artworks of all kinds and styles and mediums. We now also stock a wide range of ANTIQUES and other collectables to compliment the amazing collection of Artworks!
The Yellow Church is also the home of the two-yearly FAKES & FORGERIES exhibitions (Scroll down or CLICK HERE for the TV1 SEVEN SHARP Feature Video!) NEXT Opening on Saturday 25th OCTOBER 2025 ! CLICK HERE for more Details !!
YES, The Countdown is on! 3 Months to get your crafty creations completed and submitted by Weds 15 October, for the infamous, the scurrilous, the down-right audacious, yet oh so delicious - Mangaweka FAKES & FORGERIES 2025!
FULL ENTRY DETAILS and ENTRY FORMS WILL BE UP HERE BY EARLY AUGUST, yet for now, just GET CREATING your 'Exact Replica' - a 'Copy with a Twist' OR a Brand-New creation/image, in the style of a famous Artist or inspired by a well-recognised existing piece of Art. Any medium, any size (though be prepared to help come install if it is BIG!) - Simple as a Pimple! Get Cracking NOW!!! : - )
If you are new here and want to know what it is all about?CLICK HERE for info on the 2023 FAKES & FORGERIES
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About Mangaweka 'Yellow Church' Gallery & Services etc
Visit the Gallery in Person
Visit us in-person and feast your eyes with all the masterpieces in our gallery. You can also meet with the resident artist Richard Aslett and possibly his trusty 'apprentice' Michael Cathels, who are happy to discuss works on display and any custom order you might have.
If it is a warm day & you are really lucky, the fashion guru pair may be wearing their trademark walk shorts and socks!
The scurrilous 2 yearly ART EVENT of this year on Sat 25 CTOBER 2025 !
Exact times etc to be confirmed, yet NOW is the time to start creating your Artworks & Creations for submission by 15 Oct
Below Gallery owner Richard Aslett presents the Adults 2023 GOLD PRIZE WINNER, Graham Christiansen, with his Winner's certificate! Click on the pic for lots more info & all the 2023 results etc!
The majority of FAKES & FORGERIES 2023 sold from the Gallery, yet for those that could not make it in person, we listed a select few from the Exhibition on TRADE-ME to bid on and buy.
Please note; We do reserve the right to withdraw any of these (if there are no live bids) when any purchase is made direct from the Gallery. NOTE: This facility is currently on hold, yet will be back for 2025 !
UPDATE - Click the Banner below to see the funky feature by TVNZ Reporter Julian Lee on FAKES & FORGERIES 2023!
Frequently Asked Questions about the M"Y C"G...
"Eee Bah Gum, never thought I'd bump into a fellow Yorkie all the way out in New Zealand. Richard was very helpful and found me a nice piece of Kiwi antiquity to take back to the motherland. Recommended for a stop on your journey”
— Steve J (UK)
“I was looking for an art gallery with a unique touch and I'm so glad I found Mangaweka Gallery. The selection of artwork was breathtaking, and I was really pleased with my purchase. Highly recommend”
— Johnathan Doley
"Was driving from Auckland to Wellington and just stopped on chance at the yellow church. Glad I did, found the perfect gift for the Wifes birthday! Thanks"
— Dave
"Found a rare Suzie Cooper tea set. Perfect!"
— Sandra B
About us
Mangaweka Gallery is an exquisite Art gallery, located in the heart of the Rangitikei District, right on State Highway 1, in Mangaweka, New Zealand / Aotearoa. We offer an incredible selection of Artworks from all over the World, from abstract art to sculptures and installations. We now also offer a large range of ANTQUES and collectables to compliment the Artworks. Our mission is to bring inspiring Art and beauty to every household in NZ, indeed every corner of the World. Whether you're looking for a small piece of Art to decorate your home or a unique gift for a special occasion, we guarantee you'll find something here.
Come and explore our works and find the perfect piece for you!
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