Baye PewhairangiRiddell
(Ngati Porou / Te Whanau a Ruataupare)
Each life journey is unique – an artwork to be won and shaped from the experiences that befall us or that we choose to embrace and enter into.
Our ethnicity befalls us – we choose our beliefs. We fashion a world view from perceived truths and defining moments. Hopefully our art is an expression of who we are and what we believe in – how we see the world.
For myself, this is important and I draw from the various layers – cultural, spiritual, social, political, psychological, physical, , etc - that make up who I am at present. The possibilities for exploration within each layer is extensive.
The possible combinations and permutations between layers is, to all intents and purposes, limitless. The real challenge is not to compromise - to explore and express without regard for market, social or critical approval. It’s not easy - Sometimes I succeed – sometimes I fail. That’s the journey – that’s life – that’s art.
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