Taaniko
From Thursday October 6th Haratu will be running series ‘Living Art’ workshops.
Each thursday will be dedicated to a specific art making technique, commencing on 6th at 10.30 with an introduction to Taaniko Weaving. Everyone is welcome come and to join in as a participant or observer.
Materials for this workshop will be supplied. Please bring a shared lunch and a koha (donation) for participation.
Nau mai Haere mai
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October 6, 2011
Aug
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Saturday 17th September 2011 Learn how to pelt the feathers of native birds for use in the making of korowai (cloaks). The Department of Conservation receives dead native birds from members of the public and stores these to be used in the making of korowai. This workshop is an opportunity for skilled practitioners in this …
Kaumatua and Kuia from Kororareka in their Korowai
Don’t pass through Kororareka Russell without seeing our wonderful exhibition of Maori Korowai (cloaks), and the methods of making them.
In September, we will be displaying a beautiful selection of Maori taonga, treasures of traditional and contemporary Korowai belonging to our tangata whenua.
The Korowai is a finely woven Maori cloak worn as a mantle of prestige and honour. The cloak becomes empowered by the status and mana of its owner and the mana increases when it is worn. And as you’ll discover at the Weaving and Korowai Exhibition and Workshop, they are very beautiful, highly prized treasures.
The exhibition will open on 3rd September at 5 pm with a traditional Powhiri (welcoming ceremony). All are welcome.
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August 19, 2011
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Saturday night 25th June promises to offer up a rare treat for those wishing to purchase original items from some of New Zealand’s top Maori artists. At the Matariki dinner and dance, some 20 pieces of art will be auctioned in a silent auction. Items from well known artists such as Shane Cotton, Michael Tuffrey, …
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