Curated by HOST from CBRE, the exhibit features a range of both well-known and “up and coming” artists from across Tamaki Makaurau, with mediums including painting, weaving and woodwork.
While the exhibition takes place across two separate locations, QBE Centre and ANZ Centre, there is just a short walk between them via Swanson Street, for those keen to explore the full collection.
The title, Nau Mai Ra, was chosen by the artists to represent the welcoming of people to these spaces, and the invitation to explore and enjoy these incredible artworks. CBRE welcomes audiences to take their time visiting the exhibit, as pieces are presented in a range of locations and through varying display styles and will be best enjoyed at leisure.
Check out the amazing line up of artists:
Natasha Keating
Natasha is a "Mana wahine", of Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngai Tuhoe and Te Atihaunui A Pāpārangi, artist working in mixed media.
Beginning her art training in the early 1990s, and having exhibited nationally and internationally for more than thirty years, Natasha’s creative practice examines Māori and indigenous people and stories through paint and ink on wood, and seek to reflect the beauty, pain, passions, and drama of life seen through my indigenous eyes and heart.
Tui Roman Senior
Tui, a direct descendent of Chief Ruatara of Rangiohoua is a Harakeke weaver and specialises in the art of Kete Whakairo. Having been weaving for over 20 years, Tui was taught the traditional art by her aunt, Meriana Ruatara, in 1995. Tui found has found both solace and inspiration in the art of weaving, which helped her cope with the grieving process of losing her son Hemi, who was a passenger in a drink driving car accident in 1996.
While originally trained in traditional Kete Whakairo, Tui’s collections venture beyond this and include both experimental contemporary pieces as well as traditional forms. Making bouquets and table settings for weddings is a speciality she loves. Her mahi (work) has been exhibited in numerous museums, galleries, art shows across New Zealand and around the world.
Tania Hivner
Tania's work speaks of her journey back to her whakapapa, to loss and to the challenges of mental health. Being whāngai as a young child to a pakeha family, she navigates the turbulent emotions brought forth in finding her place and connection. The moana, the whenua and the rangi of Aotearoa have been her constant in connecting her to her ancestors and self.
