Wairere
Kereama Taepa
Wairere. 2024
Archival ink on 100% cotton rag.
A3 or A2 paper size.
Signed by the artist.
Limited Edition of 50 and 3 artist proofs.
NB:
This work comes UNFRAMED
This work is printed to order and may take up to two weeks to arrive in NZ and may take longer for international orders.
Kaupapa
"Wairere," translating to "flying water," takes on a deeper significance in this work. Here, it speaks not only of the rain cascading from the heavens but also of the vital network of rivers and freshwater reservoirs it feeds. These waterways are the lifeblood of the land, sustaining all who dwell within its embrace. The work's intricate pattern draws inspiration from the rich visual language of turapa (tukutuku), weaving an aramoana design. Within this work, the pattern symbolizes the journey of fresh water as it flows from its source, making its way toward the vastness of the sea. Without the pure, life-giving essence of fresh water, survival itself becomes precarious. This work serves as a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness of all things and the profound importance of protecting these precious resources.