News | Studio St. Philomena

Nov 131 min read

Interview with Chris Stefanick

My Interview with Chris Stefanick: Exploring Art as a Pathway to Faith I recently had the honor of being interviewed by Chris Stefanick ...

Restoring Faith and History at Villa Maria’s Ballantyne Memorial

Damien Walker

Sep 282 min read

Restoring Faith and History at Villa Maria’s Ballantyne Memorial

Bishop Michael blessing the Statues. Restoration of Villa Maria College Statues by The Studio of Saint Philomena In 2023, The Studio of...

National shrine to Mary dedicated in capital

Damien Walker

Aug 272 min read

National shrine to Mary dedicated in capital

National shrine to Mary dedicated in capital The New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference has warmly thanked the many people who made a...

A bridge to the Divine: a new symbol of faith arrives in Box Hill North

Damien Walker

Aug 201 min read

A bridge to the Divine: a new symbol of faith arrives in Box Hill North

Damien, Fr James and Bishop Les Tomlinson with statue of St Clare For the first time in its 65-year history, the church of Box Hill North...

Damien Walker

Mar 161 min read

Changes for Dunedin Cathedral

St Joseph’s Cathedral, Dunedin, attracted a full congregation to its much heralded 10.30am Solemn Mass, on November 19, which witnessed...

Dunedin cathedral angels regain their wings

Damien Walker

Feb 201 min read

Dunedin cathedral angels regain their wings

Joy was definitely in the air on Gaudete Sunday (December 17) in Advent at St Joseph’s Cathedral, Dunedin, at the 10.30 am Mass, and it...

Damien Walker

Oct 26, 20231 min read

Restoration From On High!

The New Zealand Catholic recently featured a remarkable story about the restoration of two hidden angels, tucked away within the bell...

Our Gift to Pope Francis and the International Catholic Women’s League leaders.

Damien Walker

Jun 19, 20231 min read

Our Gift to Pope Francis and the International Catholic Women’s League leaders.

Several members of the Catholic Women’s League of Aotearoa NZ spent some days in May attending a general assembly of Catholic Women’s...

Resurrecting Beauty: The Extraordinary Restoration Journey of the Sacred Heart Statue

Damien Walker

Jun 6, 20232 min read

Resurrecting Beauty: The Extraordinary Restoration Journey of the Sacred Heart Statue

In the month of the Sacred Heart, we have a remarkable restoration story to share with you. It's about a beautiful statue of the Sacred...

The Power of Beauty and Art: Finding Truth through Design

Damien Walker

May 29, 20232 min read

The Power of Beauty and Art: Finding Truth through Design

In the words of Pope Benedict, "The power of art is indeed to focus our minds on the truth." At The Studio, we wholeheartedly believe in...

Sacred Artistry Unites Faith and Culture: Meeting with Archbishop Coleridge.

Damien Walker

May 25, 20232 min read

Sacred Artistry Unites Faith and Culture: Meeting with Archbishop Coleridge.

We were privileged to partake in a truly memorable evening on Monday I had the honor of meeting Archbishop Mark Coleridge, the...

Grace Eternal: A Testament to Faith, Education, and the Transformative Power of Art.

Damien Walker

May 24, 20232 min read

Grace Eternal: A Testament to Faith, Education, and the Transformative Power of Art.

At The Studio, we firmly believe in the timeless power of art to touch lives and leave a lasting impact on future generations.When Emma's...

Damien Walker

May 14, 20231 min read

The Catholic Leader Brisbane Artist Damien Walker’s mission borne out of Christchurch earthquake

I am delighted to share that the Studio had the honor of being interviewed by the Catholic Leader during my recent visit to Brisbane....

Damien Walker

Mar 17, 20231 min read

Happy St Patrick's Day!

Happy Happy Saint Patrick's day! Here's a throw back to when we restored Saint Patrick, from the iconic Catholic Church in Akaroa (NZ).

The Myth Pilgrim Podcast: Catholicism, Art & Why "Beauty will save the world"

Damien Walker

Mar 2, 20231 min read

The Myth Pilgrim Podcast: Catholicism, Art & Why "Beauty will save the world"

I recently had the privilege of being part of a thought-provoking interview on the renowned "Myth Pilgrim" podcast by Br Lawrence Yuen MGL.

Damien Walker

Feb 22, 20233 min read

12 Years On From The Rubble: Damien Walker Reflects.

As I sit back and reflect on the past 12 years, I am overwhelmed with a sense of gratitude and awe. The journey has been a miracle.

Damien Walker

Oct 28, 20221 min read

Feature in the Sydney Catholic Weekly

I recently was interviewed by the Sydney Catholic Weekly.

Damien Walker

Aug 14, 20221 min read

Our Artwork Was Covered by Radio New Zealand.

Here is the program that radio New Zealand covered of the rededication 14 August 2022 https://www.rnz.co.nz/concert/programmes/hymns/aud...

Damien Walker

Aug 1, 20221 min read

Featured In New Zealand News

New Zealand news write-up on the painting of Ko Hāta Maria, te Matua Wahine o te Atua (Holy Mary, Mother of God) as it travelled NZ.

Damien Walker

May 1, 20221 min read

Feast of St Joseph the Worker

We installed these beautiful images for the feast day of Saint Joseph the Worker. Check out St Joseph and Our Lady of Victories!