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Matariki is conceptualised at this site through a matriarchal head-dress comprised of Matariki’s formidable celestial children surrounding the mother star. This pou is an expression of the importance of intergenerational bonds that reinforce an individual’s moral, ethical, and spiritual compass throughout their lives. The pou pays homage to the mother in all cultures across the globe, and also draws our attention to the island of Matariki that you can see from this site, that protects and shelters this peaceful bay.
Together with James York and Keri Whaitiri, we combined our expertise to design and build a resilient steel sculpture that will withstand diverse weather conditions for countless years.
Matariki Pou in collaboration with Keri Whaitiri & James York - Embedding stories into the Southland Region
One of the final construction milestones at the new Stead St pump station is complete, with the installation and blessing of the mahi toi (cultural artwork) adorning the building’s façade.
Client : Southland District Council
Artist : James York
Artist : Keri Whaitiri
Steel Fabrication : Art Fetiche
Moncks Bay vapour blasting project depicting and celebrating local fauna designed by Fayne Robinson for the City Council.
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