"Maori art is inseparable from Maori culture. It is like a living organism that exists in the spirit of our people and drives them toward wider horizons and greater achievement."
James F. Ormsby
James Ormsby is a visual artist, known for his large-scale drawings that are both intricate and imposing.
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Level 1, Korea House
29 Tory Street
PO Box 9570
Wellington
Aotearoa/New Zealand
Phone: +64 4 801 7914
Fax: +64 4 801 9412
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Toi Maori Aotearoa is the collective of contemporary Maori artists. Toi Maori promotes contemporary Maori art nationally and internationally and is driven by both values and objectives. The office is based in central Wellington. > more...
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Kanohi ki te kanohi - Face to Face
Vanessa Edwards, printmaker, and Beccy Feather, glass artist, explore identity through popularisation of cultures. Beccy looks at bling grillz and the adoption of this trend by young people all over the world, and Vanessa explores the rising popularity of ta moko as a national expression of identity. At LeSa Gallery, Petone, Wellington, 3 - 22 May.
Ruia and Moana & the Tribe - live gig and release of two new albums
Catch both Ruia and Moana & the Tribe performing in Auckland at Galatos, 17 Galatos Street, Newton. With two new albums and two concerts on the same evening, this will be an unmissable live event. When: Thursday 15 May, 7.30pm. Tickets: from Real Groovy or at the door.
upcoming events
He Awhi Tikanga Tribute 2008
More information about this event coming soon.
- Sat 31 May, To be advised, Wellington