Whakakotahi/Coalescence. Solo Exhibition by Helen Harvey

Whakakotahi | Coalescence

This exhibition explores the unseen fusion of textiles and te taiao (the natural world). Allies and strange visitors form changing material entanglements through time in painted and woven works.

Whakakotahi translates to unity, but the concept of unity is used in the exhibition’s title in a tongue-in-cheek way. Artist Helen Harvey imagines the future life of textiles through unity and contrast, asking whether materials will break down to nourish or harm the earth. In deeply earthy works, a plant-based and whenua pigment palette is contrasted with bright, manufactured hues. Woven wall hangings and textile-inspired paintings describe the vital interplay of materials and the environment, through time.

Helen is our current Artist in Residence so will be on site for the duration of her exhibition. Please do call in to find out more about her adventure into plastic free art making inspired by local Taranaki scenery and her handwoven textile works.