Privacy policy

Waiheke Island, Aotearoa New Zealand. Last updated 5 Jan 2026. Studio18 is committed to respecting your privacy and handling personal information with care and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how it is used, and how you can access or correct it. This policy is written in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

What information we collect

We may collect personal information when you:

• Contact us through the website

• Sign up to our mailing list

• Submit an Expression of Interest for a residency or workshop

• Enquire about or acquire a work

• Visit the website (limited technical information only)

This information may include your name, email address, location, portfolio links, written responses, shipping details, and correspondence. We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information unless you choose to share it as part of an application or enquiry.

Why we collect this information

We collect personal information in order to:

• Respond to enquiries and correspondence

• Consider residency or workshop expressions of interest

• Communicate about studio activity, exhibitions, or opportunities

• Process enquiries or acquisitions of work

• Maintain accurate records of studio activity and provenance

We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for these purposes.

How your information is stored and protected

Information submitted through the website is stored securely using trusted service providers, including Squarespace and associated email services. We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. We do not sell, trade, or misuse personal data.

Sharing of information

We do not share your personal information with third parties, except:

• Where required to process payments or shipping

• Where required by law

Payment details are handled directly by third-party payment providers. Studio18 does not store credit card information.

Cookies and website analytics

Studio18 uses basic website analytics to understand how the site is used and to improve its functionality. These analytics are limited and do not involve targeted advertising or behavioural profiling. If additional cookies are used in future, this policy will be updated accordingly.

Accessing or correcting your information

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, and to ask for corrections if it is inaccurate. You may also request that your information be deleted, where appropriate. Requests can be made by contacting us through the website.

International visitors

Studio18 is based in New Zealand. If you are visiting from overseas, including the European Union, we apply the same respectful data-handling principles and do not engage in intrusive tracking or profiling.

Changes to this policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in studio activity or legal requirements. The most current version will always be published on the website.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us through the website.