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Kōkōwai Tile Tapestry

Sick Ceramics, Kōkōwai Tile Tapestry, 2024

'Connecting to whenua through whenua'

420 x 580 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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