the essentials of being a native w/ Artist Matt Tini: 7th June, 2024

the essentials of being a native is an exhibition by Pōneke-based artist, Matt Tini (Waikato, Ngaati Tiipa, Ngāti Rakaipaaka, Ngāti Kahungunu), showing at the Corban Estate Arts Centre until the 22nd of June. 

He uses photography and moving images to explore colonial influences on the representation of Indigenous peoples, and challenge the narratives upheld by both colonisers and the colonised. 

Beth caught up with Matt about the essentials of being a native and what went into putting it all together.