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Refinery ArtSpace – Cultural Conversations
Walking into the Refinery Art Space is a refreshing and soul pampering experience. It’s up with the times and is loved by our community....
May 14, 20223 min read


'We were scared all the time': teen's extraordinary tale of fleeing violence in Colombia
Growing up in Colombia, Miguel Nunez longed to walk the streets of his Cali neighbourhood on sleepless nights. However, while the...
Apr 28, 20222 min read


The small project bringing big conversations to the world
3 March 2022 Courageous Conversations is a collaborative project bought to you by Tanya Nock, Creative Director at Cultural...
Mar 11, 20221 min read


Capturing the colour and magic of Colombia
Despite being far from home, Colombian artist Karolina Serrano feels more connected to her country than ever. "I miss things from my...
Jan 18, 20221 min read


Artist brings Sri Lankan art to life through a Kiwi lens
An ancient Sri Lankan art form has been given a Kiwi flourish in a central city exhibition. Brightly painted wooden masks are on display...
Jan 18, 20222 min read


Taking a creative approach in Nelson
Who would not want to live in Nelson? The region has it all. A pleasant year-round climate. Abundant natural attractions in the form of...
Jan 13, 20222 min read


Cultural Conversations: Asking awkward questions about Islam following the Auckland supermarket atta
Following the Auckland terrorist attack Nelson-based Muslims Mohammad Aboubakr and Sadia Tahir wanted to have a conversation with the...
Jan 13, 20228 min read


Exhibition of powerful wāhine Māori stories to travel around Aotearoa
For Janice Wharepapa sharing the raw story of her life in an emotional exhibition was a like a concrete block being lifted off her...
Jan 13, 20223 min read


Casual Conversations a way to hear untold stories
Everyone has a story, and this weekend you’ll be able to “borrow” a person to hear theirs. Organiser Tanya Nock came up with the idea for...
Jan 13, 20222 min read


Mindfulness, harp music, and Te Ao Māori
Harpist Maria Te Rangimāria Oxnam (Rangitāne, Te Āti Haunui-a-Pāpārangi, Te Arawa) fell into the art almost by accident, taking a...
Jan 13, 20222 min read


Cultural Conversations comes into its own as part of Nelson's art scene
A small arts hub on Nelson’s Hardy St has grown from small beginnings to become a thriving part of Nelson’s art scene. Cultural...
Jan 13, 20222 min read


Migrant communities add colour and choreography to Nelson Arts Festival
Saris, masks, and music from Nelson's migrant community are on display as part of this year's Arts Festival. Co-organiser of the...
Jan 13, 20223 min read
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