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About Us

Welcome to the evolution of Comet Project Space! Founded by Bobbie Gray in 2017 as an artist-run gallery, it has now transformed into a dynamic collaboration between Bobbie Gray, Lara Thomas and Ed Aretino. Together, we proudly continue the legacy of fostering artistic dialogue and community engagement, specialising in immersive light installations that reimagine urban spaces and reconnect communities with the beauty of the natural world.
 

Comet Collab is distinguished by our commitment to sustainable art, crafting installations from repurposed materials, primarily single-use plastic bottles. These materials, once discarded, are meticulously assembled into stunning works of art, each carrying a unique history that invites reflection on environmental impact. Our light installations celebrate creativity, ingenuity, and collaboration, challenging perceptions of waste and offering high-quality, durable artworks that spread their message of sustainability and community far and wide.

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Our Team

 
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Bobbie Gray is a Fine Arts graduate from Whitecliffe College of Arts & Design, her multidisciplinary practice spans sculpture, moving image, painting, and installation. Internationally, Bobbie’s work has been displayed in iconic venues such as Coventry Cathedral (UK) and The Medina of Tunis (Tunisia), and featured in the touring exhibition Windows 98 in Iran.

Artists

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Lara Thomas is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans ceramics, sculptural installation and printmaking. Lara has been exhibiting her work at galleries and events since 2012. She holds a BA in Art History from Waipapa Taumata Tau | University of Auckland and graduated with her BFA Hons from Elam School of Fine Arts.

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Ed Aretino, is a computer programmer with over 20 years of experience, who brings a unique blend of technical expertise and creative vision to the team. His innovative programming and electronic skills are instrumental in transforming recycled materials into light works, helping us to push the boundaries of eco-friendly technology.

During our time at Comet Project Space, we've been honoured to collaborate with a multitude of exceptionally talented creatives. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who entrusted us with their artistic vision, shared their extraordinary talents with us and our community, and to everyone who came to support these endeavours. Your contributions have enriched our journey, and we look forward to following your creative ventures, with the sincere hope that our paths will cross again in the future.

Adam Du Preez

Aiwa Pooamorn

Akiko Diegel

Alive Metal Handpan

Aleisha Crocker

Andrew Middleton

Aneizska Banks

Anna Parry

Arwen Flowers

Ashleigh Tuck

Burn the Bridges

Caitlin Smart

Catherine Thomson

Charli De Koning

Chippy Draws

Chris Bae

Clara Wells

Daisy Nicholas

Dana Katherine

Dance Plant Collective

Daniel Goodwin

Daryl Chin

Deborah Moss

Divyaa Kumar

Ed Aretino

Ekaterina Dimieva

Ella Ranft

Emma Paton

Ethan Coombridge

Felix Liang

Gemishka Chetty

Georgia Arnold

Gitanjali Bhatt

Grace Bader

Hannah Potbury

Himali Mc Innes

Isabella Young

Isobel Gledhill

Jaimee Lee
Jaime Trower

James Gibson

Jane Zimmermann

Janine Blackburn

Jesse Watson

Jessica Philbrick

Judith Lawson

Karen Sewell

Karenna Mollard

Karin Barr

Katrina Iosia Sipeli

Keith the Band

Kelly Malone

Ken Khun

Kiki Hall

Klae Brown

Lambert Laluz

Laura Jer

Leigh Munroe

Libby Morrison

Lily Jackson

Lily Worell

Lisa Rudden

Louise Keen

Lucy Gill

Lyn-Marie

Mark Whippy

Matt Dowman

Melanie Arnold

Molly Langelaan

Molly Timmins

Monique Lacey

Natasha Wong

Nathan Joe

Paige Nebbeling

Paula Friis

Pip Stevens

Rebecca Hazard

Roma Anderson

Rosaleen Turley

Rose Meyer

Rose Northey

Round Buddah

Ruby Esther

Ruth McKenna

Ryhs Collier

Sarah Wlker-Holt

Sena Park

Shannon Mae Reid

Shelley Ashford

Sheree Stone

Skye Lovatt

Smanatha Western

Sue Paterson

Tabitha Cornelia

Teresa HR Lane

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