A Te Arawa artist is launching a collection of works in the form of a comic book which depicts kapa haka performers as superheroes. The artist, Chanz Mikaere, says the project has been five years in the making. Mikaere says, “We need to show our kids positive role
“Te Arawa Superheroes: a World First for recognising kapahaka legacies” “In the age of Superheroes and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it makes sense to use the superhero genre and combine kapahaka, te reo, visual arts and technology in spectacular ways: acknowledging the kaihaka of my generation.
When it comes to super heroes, our children are inundated with media from overseas. But a Māori publisher wants to offer our kids an alternative to the usual fare that's served up by the likes of Marvel Entertainment. A new book is set to hit the
A decision made by Rotorua District Council not to showcase an artist’s work depicting genitalia at their premiere exhibition due to open next month has drawn criticism. Te Arawa artist Chanz Mikaere is renowned for her provocative work, but the council says her submissions do not
A Maori artist whose work was withdrawn from a planned exhibition after it was deemed too controversial is demanding that the Rotorua District Council apologise to her iwi. One of Chanz Mikaere's works removed from the exhibition. Chanz Mikaere said it did not properly consult Te Arawa,
Maori artwork showing genitalia has been pulled from an exhibition. Rotorua artist, Chanz Mikaere, was invited to showcase her work at the Rotorua District Council's inaugural art exhibition, but swiftly got the chop when organisers viewed her creations. Mikaere, who is also known as the 'Teke Queen',