M.D.M.A Artist Talk — Modelmaking, Diorama & Miniature Arts

Friday 27 February 2026 | Fishcube Gallery, Wellington

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M.D.M.A Talk Night, a focused panel discussion exploring the role of modelmaking, miniatures, and practical effects in screen production — and how physical craft continues to influence modern VFX and filmmaking.

Hosted alongside the M.D.M.A exhibition (running 20 Feb – 6 Mar), the evening combines exhibition viewing, a moderated panel talk, and informal networking with industry practitioners.

Tickets are limited. REGISTER HERE

Event schedule

• 6:00pm — Doors open, exhibition viewing & networking
• 7:00pm — Panel discussion
• 8:00pm — Networking & exhibition viewing

Speakers

• Moderator: Lance Lones — Creative Technologist
• Panelists: Joaquin Loyzaga (Scale Studios, M.D.M.A Curator), Warren Beaton (Special & Practical Effects HOD)

Ticket prices

• $5 — VES & VFXG members
• $15 — Industry (unwaged) & students
• $20 — Industry (waged)

If you’re interested in practical craft, miniature storytelling, or how physical techniques integrate into contemporary screen workflows, this session is for you!

Brought to you by Scale Studios, Alterspace Entertainment, VES NZ and the NZ VFX Guild

Tickets are limited. REGISTER HERE