July 31, 2025

Derek Henderson Book Signing

The Aotearoa New Zealand launch of The Tranquility of Solitude takes place at Auckland's premier art book retailer Lamplight Books, 6pm Thursday 31 July, with the artist in attendance to sign books.

The Aotearoa New Zealand launch of The Tranquility of Solitude takes place at Auckland’s premier art book retailer Lamplight Books, 6pm Thursday 31 July, with the artist in attendance to sign books.

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