The philosophy of Public Record is one of timelessness. It transcends trends and seasonality. It resists what is disposable or temporary. 

Public Record represents both New Zealand and international makers who create work from raw materials and use processes that are specific to their practices. We hope that people who purchase these works will respond to both the personal narratives and skills of the makers. We like to envisage that these works will be kept as family heirlooms that are passed down through generations.

Public Record intends to provide a place and space for cultural exchanges. Our ever-evolving catalogue is centred around two homes: Aotearoa, New Zealand and Japan. As well as representing Japanese artists in New Zealand and offering workshops on Japanese traditional crafts, Public Record also represents New Zealand artists in Japan. We are excited about the possibilities for new understandings of traditional practices.

Yuka O’Shannessy is the founder and director of Public Record. Yuka believes in intentional living and creating a world that is refined, considered and one of quiet beauty.