Ta Moko Tatau Tattoo Convention
Mark Kopua has been confirmed as one of the tattoo artists working at the upcoming Ta Moko Tatau Tattoo Convention happening on 14 and 15 November 2009 at the Viaduct Harbour Boat Sheds in Auckland.
2009 Christchurch Arts Festival
Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu presents a comprehensive programme of workshops and performances at the Christchurch Arts Festival, 23 July to 9 August. This year, Ngai Tahu presents two major works - Waharoa:Storybox and Snare/mahanga.
Mahanga / Snare
Part of the Christchurch Arts Festival, Mahanga/Snare is a collection of bird related works by Ngai Tahu artists spanning a diverse range of media. Exhibitors include Ross Hemera, Areta Wilkinson, Te Mairiki Williams, Morehu Flutey-Henare, Jill Kitto, Caine Tauwhare, Reihana Parata, Ariana Tikao and footage from the New Zealand Film Archives. This is a partner exhibition to Snare/Mahanga curated by Helen Kedgley at the Canterbury Museum. 23 July – 13 September 2009 at the Robert McDougall Art Gallery, Christchurch.
Star Gossage Exhibition
Exhibition 4 July – 23 August 2009, Whetu Rangimarie Gallery Rahuikiri Road, Pakiri. For more information please contact the gallery on 09 422 6275 or 021 422629. (Image: I am waiting in the yellow dress)
TOA TOA 'Mix It Up' Secondary Schools Dance Champs & Expo 09
Including special guests, Jermaine (C4TV) and Amanda (Maori TV HAA)... There's $5000 First Prize and also trophies for Best Girls & Boys School and Best Secondary Schools Teams, along with certificates for all participating performers. The competition starts at 3pm, Mt Albert YMCA, Auckland. Register all crews in at 2pm at the venue. Registrations close 31 July 2009 can be done online by following the link.
Winter Music Series - taonga puoro
Apirana Taylor will be presenting traditional Maori instruments with contemporary music, stories and poetry. Sunday 26 July, 2pm in the Helen Smith Community Meeting Room at Pataka Museum, Porirua.
Israel Birch's new exhibition
TE KAURU O TE RANGI opens at Page Blackie Gallery tomorrow evening (Tues 21 July), from 5:30pm. Contact the Gallery to arrange a viewing, or for further details about the opening.
Whakanuia Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2009
Māori Language Week has been celebrated for over 30 years, so join in 2009. The Māori Language Week theme for 2009 is "Te Reo i te Hapori - Māori Language in the Community. Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 27 Hōngongoi - 2 Here-turi-kōkā 2009, Māori Language Week 27 July - 2 August 2009.
He Rau Tipuna – leaves of our ancestors
As leaves fall from trees they take on new beauty and meaning with a change in colour and texture. For the weavers in He Rau Tipuna, weaving, like leaves, responds to changing materials and process. Through their labours the weavers tell the 'story' of their garments. 14 July to 22 August at Our City O-Tautahi, Christchurch.
Barry Barclay at the New Zealand International Film Festival
Barry Barclay's features, documentaries and television work articulated the cultural concerns of indigenous people in New Zealand and the world beyond. They became an essential part of the culture at large. View some of his influential works at the New Zealand International Film Festival, Film Archive, Wellington from 19 July.
New Maori Battalion website
The Ministry of Culture and Heritage recently launched a brand new website dedicated to the men who served with New Zealand’s 28th Māori Battalion during the Second World War, and to their whānau and friends. View the website to read more or upload your own stories and images. Image: Māori Battalion soldiers relax back in Egypt after their evacuation from Crete at the end of May 1941.
Waka Huia
Waka Huia is a treasure trove of precious jewellery objects and narrative - featuring works by Areta Wilkinson at Mary Newton Gallery in Wellington. 24 June - 18 July 2009.
An Artist's Aviary
The exhibition at John Leech Gallery in Auckland is a themed group show dedicated to birdlife through the medium of art. Artists included: Charlotte Graham (newly represented by the gallery), Fiona Pardington, Bill Hammond, Paul Dibble, James Aldridge, Don Binney. 23 June - 17 July 2009.
Te Matatini Festival 2011
Te Matatini Festival 2011 will be held in Te Tairawhiti at Waiohika Estate, Gisborne from Thursday 17 February 2011–Sunday 20 February 2011. Preparations will begin shortly on what will be another memorable event featuring the best kapa haka teams on earth. In the meantime we encourage all people to place these dates into their 2011 calendars and be part of the excitement and energy that is kapa haka.
Kaumatua Kapa Haka
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness the grace, elegance, and beauty of senior Māori performing arts groups from around Aotearoa. This event will be streamed live on the internet to communities around the world. Join us at www.tepapa.govt.nz/kapahaka to witness the magic of this remarkable event.
Toi Iho Visual Artist Showcase
This display brings together outstanding artists who work in a range of media, demonstrating the highest standards of craftsmanship. This showcase of their work celebrates Matariki as a source of creativity and inspiration. Thursday 25 June 2009 to Sunday 12 July 2009 Te Papa, level 4. Free entry