Ōtautahi Studios

In episode I have an in-depth kōrero with the brilliant Kim Lowe. We learn about her introduction to art at primary school and although she tried other avenues her calling to the Arts led her pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dunedin. After further study at UC and years of teaching, Kim is now embarking on a PhD investigating her artistic path through study, practice, and the intuition of the creative mind. We also learn that the English cottage garden is in fact a multicultural affair.

Liz shares her admiration for Werner Herzog's work in film and writing and gives us some recommendations on the subject.
This was part of our kōrero from episode 28 that I thought was too good not to include, Enjoy!

"In this episode I have an interesting kōrero with the fabulous Liz Boldt from Linwood Arts. This gallery has a strong heart beat, it facilitates more opportunities to engage in creativity than most galleries. Through exhibitions, art classes, workshops, volunteer opportunities this space enables the community to explore art in many different ways and all of them are accessible to the public. This is art for the people brought to us in a thoughtful and considered manifestation."

In Episode 27 I have a kōrero with Ri Williamson about travel, art and visiting galleries. We reminisce about our recent trip to Sweden visiting family and our week in Stockholm with Picasso, Surrealist Art and Nordic living in the past. This episode is trying a different approach to the show and talking about art in a conventional manner. We get a book tip and a great tip from Ri.

In this episode I take the opportunity to reflect on the year that has been and give some insight into what is coming in 2026. I have dedicated this Episode to my Mother in law, Maree, who unexpectedly passed away very early in the new year. I share a book recommendation and a creative tip, something that resonated with me while travelling. In the second part of this episode I have a little kōrero with Sölvesborg local and creative extraordinaire Arsi Hakala about all things creative, enjoy!