EXHIBITION IN NEW ZEALAND FOR TANIA NIWA

Tania returned to New Zealand as an exhibiting artist for Maori Art Market in October 2009.

The Maori Art Market event was led by a unique partnership between Toi Maori Aotearoa (New Zealand Maori Art body) and its national artists' collectives and Porirua City with its extensive arts and cultural profile.

Tania exhibited 4 pieces in the show that had it’s first show two years ago and attracted thousands of visitors including international guests and artists.

The image above is of 6 yr old Erin Adwoa Gaw of Cromer, Sydney Australia. Erin's portrait was a featured image in the Maori Art exhibition. Erin's mum is originally from Ghana and Dad is from Sth Africa, with English / Scottish heritage.

Eternal Thead Exhibition Opening

Tania Niwa and Photography Studio Manager, Lauren were recently invited to an exhibition opening 'Eternal Thread' in Christchurch.The world-class exhibition returned from its groundbreaking and highly successful international tour of the USA, showcasing the very best of traditional and contemporary Maori weaving.

The show has toured the western states of the USA over the last three years. Native Indians art leaders, accompanied by university and museum educators from Alaska, California, San Francisco and Seattle supported the show in its final exhibit.

See more images from the Eternal Thread Exhibition here.