Semi Permanent Aotearoa 2022

2022 marks the 20th anniversary of Semi Permanent — a demarcation in the evolution of both our purpose and our organisation. A milestone like this triggers a moment of reflection, imploring us to look back on our achievements and mistakes as the things that helped shape where we are today. It begs us to look forward, too, challenging us to think about where we might be in another 20 years’ time, or at the least where we hope to be. After all, the future is a destination we can only get to by acknowledging where we come from, and deciding what to bring with us and what to leave behind.

Side event

Schedule (Local Times)

19 Oct

Wednesday

20 Oct

Thursday

21 Oct

Friday

St James Theatre

9:00 AM
Opening Titles & MC Welcome
9:10 AM
Talk ∙ 40 minutes
Hector Ouilhet — Google
How can we make tech + art + design = happiness?
9:50 AM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Johnson Witehira — IDIA and Waahi Wairua
Get to know Māori artist, designer and academic Johnson Witehira and his incredible work that fuses traditional culture with contemporary practice.
10:20 AM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Liz Ham
The Sydney-based photographer and author on notions of punk and portraiture, fashion and feminism.
10:50 AM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Jess Johnson
The New Zealand-born, New York-based artist will discuss the concept of world-building in her animation, music, fashion, VR and textile art.
11:40 AM
Talk ∙ 40 minutes
Ben Dalgleish & Ian Valentine — Human Person
Human Person co-founders Ben Dalgleish and Ian Valentine will discuss how they bring human ideas to life through creative direction, and lighting and production design, for clients including The Weeknd, Swedish House Mafia, SZA, Billie Eilish and more.
12:20 PM
Talk ∙ 40 minutes
Yah-Leng Yu & Arthur Chin — Foreign Policy Design Group
The most acclaimed brand and design bureau in Southeast Asia will join the stage with unique insights into their independent creative practice.
2:00 PM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Tony Holzner — Art Processors
Inventing intuitive visitor experiences that inspire curiosity by inventing new realities of human experience.
2:30 PM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Steve Dunstan — Huffer
A homegrown brand built through community.
3:00 PM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Kris Sowersby — Klim Type Foundry
Talking type design with one of the world’s most masterful creators.
3:30 PM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Briar Grace-Smith, Patricia Grace & Miriama Grace-Smith
Three generations of creative talent come together to discuss the ways in which their practices and processes converge and diverge.
4:20 PM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Rik Campbell — Resn
Learn how brands can stand out through digital development, design and immersive experiences.
4:50 PM
Talk ∙ 30 minutes
Ten Keys to Unlocking your Creative Genius with Danny Coster
The acclaimed product designer and former design leader for Apple and GoPro shares insights into his creative process.
5:20 PM
Talk ∙ 40 minutes
Wade Jeffree & Leta Sobierajski — Wade and Leta
Combining purposeful eclecticism and performative design to create satisfying and emotional visuals.

Tickets

19 — 21 October 2022
St James Theatre

Premium Experience

Elevate your Festival experience with a Premium ticket for the ultimate Semi Permanent experience.

Includes:

Festival access
Premium Lounge access
Allocated seating
Food and refreshments
Tote Bag, Book, Puzzle and Present from Semi Permanent

The Festival Experience

Be inspired by the talent on-stage at Semi Permanent. Our talks are renowned for being inspiring and engaging while highly transferable regardless of discipline or craft. And on our stage, no two speakers are alike. Join us for the day or come along for the ride.

Includes:

Festival access
Tote Bag, Book and Puzzle from Semi Permanent

Workshops

We’re breaking free from the auditorium to offer you a richer and multi-sensory experience this year. With bespoke workshops, this is Semi Permanent 2.0. Our workshops are separate ticketed events and entry is not included in any of the Festival passes.

Idea Champion Workshop with Danny Coster
Investing for Designers
Lean UX: Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls with Silverstripe

Information

Home of the Royal New Zealand Ballet, the St James Theatre is the jewel in the crown of Wellington's flourishing theatre scene.
More than just a venue for performing arts - although it plays host to a variety of dance, drama, opera, comedy and cabaret every year - the theatre’s proscenium arch and historic decorative interior also make for a unique and memorable venue for functions, conferences and onstage dinners.
Located in the heart of Wellington's entertainment district this venue has the capacity to stage music & theatre performances and host conferences of great magnitude.
Semi Permanent is an industry-recognised event, attended by people working in the fields of design, advertising, media, marketing, technology, entertainment, government and more. If you would like to purchase multiple tickets for your team, get in touch and we'll look after you direct. We also offer a reduced rate student ticket.
Contact: tania@semipermanent.com