Why We Fail When We Talk About Talent
Using the word 'talented' as praise and encouragement devalues hard work, skill and learned ability. We need to use better language, says an experienced arts educator.
VIDEO: Carve Your Own Path
WATCH: From tradesman to craftsman, a retired Pākehā joiner explains what led him out of his comfort zone and into studying toi whakairo rākau.
Lowdown: Hard Decisions, New Directions & Last Calls
Creative announcements ranging from bitter to sweet, a must-see opportunity for NZ curators, finalists found and new leaders step up - all in a busy week of arts news.
Inspiring More Teachers To Share Aotearoa's Stories
Tackling 'the Summer Slide' for students is nothing new - but Read NZ CEO Juliet Blyth explains a 'whole-playground' approach to reading is having unexpected results for Aotearoa authors.
Hardwiring Te Tai Tokerau To The World
Creatives in regional Aotearoa know how hard it is to fend for yourself - so one Northland organisation has found a way to bypass the bureaucracy and hidden hierarchies through exciting new portals.
Highlighting The Unheralded Success Stories of 2023 NZ TV Awards
The marquee names have been up in lights since the 2023 NZ Television Awards were announced - but there are plenty more who soaked up the acknowledgement of their incredible talents behind the scenes.
VIDEO: Naked Ambition
WATCH: Art is about expression, creativity and freedom yet when it comes to burlesque, performers still have to battle stigmas and stereotypes - even from within the creative community.
Hilarity Meets Social Equity - Jo Randerson's Topp Accolade
One of the most prolific contributors to Aotearoa's creative community reflects on securing the $15,000 prize that honours the legacy of some of her humour heroes.
Major Creative Vacancy Filled
Auckland Arts Festival have revealed Shona McCullagh's successor as Artistic Director - and it turns out they didn't need to look too far.
Space To Create - New Facilities Lifting Student Possibilities
Raising the standards has been taken to new heights at Unitec - with students given additional avenues to shine and smash through their creative ceilings.
9 Ways To Help You Deal With Creative Rejection
Hearing "no" is never easy but recovering from rejection is a necessary part of the artist’s life. Here are some first aid strategies to help with the pain.
International Collaborations Open Up For NZ Creatives
A new resource has thrown up the possibility of Aotearoa creatives finding ways to connect and build new relationships with Latin America - and the results are already compelling.