Taura Pito, Kaula Piko: Ancestral Ties That Bind Us | Group

Taura Pito, Kaula Piko: Ancestral ties that bind us
Margaret Aull, Shane Tuaeu Andrew, Dagmar Dyck, Tokainiua Devatine, Here Garbutt, Marques Hanalei Marzan, and Aimee Ratana
Opening event: 10am Saturday 3 June
Artist talk: 11.30pm Saturday 3 June
Exhibition dates: 3 June - 22 July 2023
Fresh Gallery Ōtara presents the exhibition Taura Pito, Kaula Piko: Ancestral Ties that Bind Us, showcasing the artwork of seven artists. The artists come together from across Te Moana nui a Kiwa, including Aotearoa, (Tamaki Mākaurau, Te Awamutu & Whakatāne), Tahiti, Hawaii, and Rarotonga.
“The exhibition explores the interconnectedness of our cultures, and ways in which we continue to honour and uphold the legacies of our ancestors in the present day. Our creative practices maintain connections to our cultural heritage, which is crucial for our sense of shared identity and belonging.”
– Shane Tuaeu Andrew and Aimee Ratana
Taura Pito, Kaula Piko: Ancestral Ties that Bind Us emphasizes the importance of intergenerational relationships, responsibilities, and care for the natural world. This exhibition regenerates connections, strengthens relationships, and showcases artworks that speak to this collective kaupapa.
After the blessing of the exhibition please join us for a conversation with the seven exhibiting artists who have travelled from Aotearoa and diverse regions across Te Moana nui a Kiwa. Together, we will delve into how ideas of connection influence their art practice.
Image credit: Marques Hanalei Marzan