Born in Richmond, Royce completed a 5 year Master Potter apprenticeship in 1971. After travelling overseas he returned and established his studio in Nelson. Royce has received an MBE for his services to pottery in New Zealand and is a member of the International Academy of Ceramics (Geneva) He has received awards in NZ and overseas and his work is in public collections in many countries.

Royce was the designer for Temuka pottery for several years, and has taught throughout New Zealand and Australia, plus holding residential pottery workshops at his studio in Brightwater. Many young people have trained in Royce’s workshop and have gone on to become potters in their own right.
Majuba Gallery is Hanmer Springs' very contemporary art space, showing an ever changing pallet of local artists with a distinctly regional feel. From their staple artists such as Clare Wilcox – whose acrylic 'glass-like/tile looking' pieces are simply breathtaking; and Craig Fletcher – whose ceramic works look extremely realistic.

Majuba Gallery prides itself on its extensive array of talented artists, including Karen Smith's landscapes that truly capture the essence of New Zealand's countryside; as well as Brian Strong's New Zealand idyllic coastline pieces with fragments of old maps and The Treaty of Waitangi incorporated into his pieces.

To view Majuba Gallery's full range of Original Art CLICK HERE.

Recently Majuba Gallery has begun stocking framed prints by iconic artists such as Diana Adams, Rita Angus and Hamish Allan to name a few.

Majuba Gallery also stocks many New Zealand brands of jewellery including: Kagi's interchangeable necklaces and pendants, Pam Kerr Designs' Moroccan inspired jewellery featuring beautiful gemstones, Rainey Design's steampunk range, and Veronica B's statement chain jewellery. For an authentic New Zealand feel, Majuba Gallery has a range of Ngai Tahu Pounamu. Again, the Gallery has such an extensive range it would be hard not to find the perfect piece to suit, whether it be a piece of art or jewellery.

Majuba Gallery also features the Danish designer brand that is DYRBERG/KERN, it is fast becoming the preferred choice for the modern and confident woman to express their style and beauty. The brand is a constant success, as they are on the threshold of celebrating their 30th anniversary. DYRBERG/KERN has achieved this success by offering an extensive and inventive range of iconic classics and have a sultry approach to style and sophistication.

To view select ranges Majuba Gallery's jewellery CLICK HERE

Thank you for taking the time to view Majuba Gallery's website. The team at the Gallery look forward to your next visit.

If you have any comments or queries please do not hesitate to contact us. ​