Kurawaka — Reaching Into the Red Clay

Kurawaka — Reaching into the red clay: Shaping gender justice in Aotearoa
Part of Kurawaka – Reaching into the red clay: Shaping gender justice in Aotearoa series.

The ‘Kurawaka’ exhibition is a showcase of textile and ceramic art works of Jessica Newton, Karla Marie and Maraea Gourlay in response to the creation story of the first woman, Hineahuone. The exhibition highlights the power of collective action leading to change.

Stories of trailblazing women
Artists Jessica Newton, Karla Marie and Maraea Gourlay have responded to the creation story of the first woman, Hineahuone, using natural fibres, clay and illustration.

In this year, the 130th anniversary of the signing of the Women’s Suffrage Petition Te Petihana Whakamana Pōti Wāhine, their artworks speak of the ongoing politicisation of women’s bodies.

Kurawaka tells the stories of trailblazing women who have helped bring about a more equitable society.

Free exhibition
Come and enjoy this free exhibition.