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Keynote tahi:
Reuben Paterson in conversation with Karl Chitham
Artist Reuben Paterson (Ngāti Rangitihi, Ngai Tuhoe, Tuhourangi) is a leading figure of contemporary art in Aotearoa, combining modernist traditions of pattern and form with the contemporary material of glitter. Here, he chats with Dowse Director Karl Chitham (Ngā Puhi,Te Uriroroi) about the use of textiles in his practice, including his many collaborations and his use of kōwhaiwhai.
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Image: Jennifer French