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
9-10 February
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
20 February 27 February
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
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
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
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ADDITIONAL information Further study options
Term break 19 April – 6 May 8 May, 29 May
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
11-12 May
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
Graduates can apply to enrol in further study in one of the Whitireia Visual Arts and Design programmes.
22 May
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
Career opportunities
5 June, 26 June
Night class
Wednesday 5.30pm-8.30pm
8-9 June
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to become a practicing artist or craftsperson.
19 June
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
Qualification Graduates gain a Certificate in Mastercraft
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
Term break 12-29 July 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
7-8 September
Weekend Wānanga
Saturday-Sunday 8.30am-5.30pm
18 September
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
Location Hongoeka Marae, Plimmerton, Porirua
Start Dates 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
Duration One year, part-time
Term break 27 September – 14 October 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
Entry requirements
27 November
Workshop
Wednesday 8.30am-5.30pm
Domestic: Certificate in Visual Arts (Level 4) or equivalent; evidence of skills/ability based on portfolio and interview
Level 5
Fees Domestic: $2,326 International: $10,500
International: entry IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
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