Christina Wirihana

 

Commission by British Museum of Mankind Commission by National Museum of Edinburgh, Scotland New Zealand Parliament Building Galleria Project Artist-in-residence - Canberra School of Art Co-ordinated weaving for Ihenga Marae, Waiariki Polytechnic, Rotorua Work featured in '100 New Zealand craft Artists', by Helen Schamroth. Influences: Links from traditional Maori weaving techniques applied in contemporary contexts.   Feeling: Inspirational, pride. Maintaining my connection with the past, appreciating the pathway my ancestors have set before me.   Exhibition History: Exhibited extensively throughout New Zealand and Internationally for several years.   Pieces in private collections: Museum collections: Corporate collections.   Additional: Enjoy working alongside of my mother, also an expert in the field of Maori weaving.

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