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Ngaahina Hohaia
The Weaver of Memory and Resilience Ngaahina Hohaia, born in 1975 within the historic landscape of Parihaka, New Zealand, carries within her art the profound weight of ancestral echoes and the enduring spirit of resistance. Her creative identity is a rich tapestry woven from diverse lineages, embodying the heritage of Te Āti Awa, Ngāti Ruanui, Ngāti Moeahu, and Ngāti Haupoto, alongside her Greek ancestry. This unique intersection of cu
ltures provides the foundation for a practice that seeks to bridge the gap between ancient Māori traditions and the complexities of contemporary existence. Growing up in Parihaka—a site synonymous with peaceful resistance against colonial encroachment—Hohaia’s very existence is intertwined with stories of whakapapa (genealogy) and the preservation of cultural sovereignty. The seeds of her artistic mastery were sown through the intimat…
