Certificate in Mastercraft [Weaving] Specialise in raranga, whatu, or tukutuku to create bodies of work.
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This programme offers the opportunity to take part in research and hands-on learning in ancient art forms pertaining to Māori customary weaving. Nga Tapuwae o Hine-te-iwaiwa, or the footprints of Hine-te-iwaiwa, describes ones journey in the pursuit to learn and master the ancient form of weaving. Hine-te-iwaiwa, as kaitiaki (guardian) of the weaving also becomes the kaitiaki for this journey. Students will learn various practices for preparing a range of materials for weaving and using these to specialise in either raranga (kete), whatu (cloak making) or tukutuku (lattice wall panels) to create artworks. On completion of this programme, students will have gained knowledge and competency to be able to prepare for plan and produce woven art forms to a high standard with the ability to present these for exhibition or other forms of public display.
Programme information Students interested in this programme need some knowledge or skill of weaving and a strong desire to learn.
Programme Dates Date/s
Learn traditional Māori weaving with Kohai Grace.
Day/Time
12-13 January
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
16 January 23 January
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
30 January
Workshop and Orientation
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
9-10 February
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
13 February 27 February
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
20 February
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
6 March 27 March
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
9-10 March
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
20 March
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
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ADDITIONAL information
3 April, 10 April
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
13-14 April
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
17 April
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
Term break 19 April – 6 May
Further study options Graduates can apply to enrol in further study in one of the Whitireia Visual Arts and Design programmes.
Career opportunities Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to become a practicing artist or craftsperson.
8 May, 29 May
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
11-12 May
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
22 May
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
5 June, 26 June
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
8-9 June
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
Location
Qualification Graduates gain a Certificate in Mastercraft
19 June
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
Hongoeka Marae, Plimmerton, Porirua
3 July, 31 July
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
6-7 July
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
10 July
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
12 January; this programme is delivered monthly with the programme schedule as follows: >> Weekend Wānanga, Saturday-Sunday 8.30am – 5.30pm >> Night classes, Wednesday 5.30pm – 9.30pm >> Workshop, Wednesday 8.30am – 5.30pm
Term break 12-29 July
Start Dates
7 August, 28 August
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
10-11 August
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
21 August
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
4 September 25 September
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
One year, part-time
7-8 September
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
Level
18 September
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
5
Term break 27 September – 14 October
Duration
Fees
16 October 23 October
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
19-20 September
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
30 October
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
6 November 13 November
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
16-17 November
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
27 November
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
Domestic: $2,326 International: $10,500
Entry requirements Domestic: Certificate in Visual Arts (Level 4) or equivalent; evidence of skills/ability based on portfolio and interview International: entry IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
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