A stellar line-up of indigenous female artists will showcase the Aotearoa Pacific New Year, Matariki, at an Auckland art exhibition until August 22, 2024. Esoteric Revelation: Wāhine Matariki is curated by artist Tracey Tawhiao (Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Whakatōhea) at her new kaupapa Māori gallery, Tawhiao Art Salon. Featuring a new generation of talented artists, the creative collective of 11 mana wāhine include: Jeanine Clarkin (Ngāti Hako, Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāti Raukawa) – fashion designer and activist.
Charlotte Graham (Ngāti Mahuta, Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki, Ngāti Whanaunga, Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāti Tamaoho, Scotland) – painter, printmaker and multimedia artist..