We speak to Elena Brambilla about her latest exhibition with Sandra Turner-Barlow, Out of Italy at the Welcome Swallow Gallery. 

Elena’s work featured in the exhibition encompasses what most people would think of as being quintessentially Italian, Ferrari, Prada, Milan. But it also incorporates detailed botanical subjects you might associate with Italy like olives and grapes. 

About the exhibition

Out of Italy runs from the 14th March to the 9th of May 2025 at the Welcome Swallow Gallery on Grey Street in Hamilton East.

The exhibition is sponsored by the Montana Group and the Friends of the Welcome Swallow gallery. You can find out more about the exhibition and the gallery at https://www.wsgalleryandgifts.com/.

About Elena

Originally from Italy, Elena has now made her home in New Zealand, which gives her a unique perspective on where she comes from.

See more of Elena’s work at The Sewing Sailor: https://www.thesewingsailor.com/ 

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We speak to Sandra Turner-Barlow about her latest exhibition with Elena Brambilla, Out of Italy, at the Welcome Swallow Gallery.

The exhibition showcases art which gives views of Italy, from well known landmarks to slices of everyday life.

About the exhibition

Out of Italy runs from the 14th March to the 9th of May 2025 at the Welcome Swallow Gallery on Grey Street in Hamilton East.

The exhibition is sponsored by the Montana Group and the Friends of the Welcome Swallow gallery. You can find out more about the exhibition and the gallery at https://www.wsgalleryandgifts.com/. 

About Sandra

Born and raised in Kirikiriroa-Hamilton, Sandra Turner-Barlow is a rising star in the New Zealand art scene. In 2023, her Audi Five Cities Showcase exhibition won plaudits for its visions of five cities around Aotearoa.

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