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Kōkōwai Chain (Rua)

Sick Ceramics, Kōkōwai Chain (Rua), 2024

'Connecting to whenua through whenua'

860 mm

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Artist

Sick Ceramics

Jess Nicholson (Kāi Tahu, Pākehā) is the maker behind Sick Ceramics. They are a self-taught ceramicist from Whakatāne currently studying Art and Design in Ōtepoti. Nicholson's practice focuses on cultural and environmental sustainability. They incorporate local uku, kōhatu, sand, and ash into their work to connect with their Kāitahutaka and te taiao.

Whenua through Whenua

Jess Nicholson

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