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by Corban Estate Arts Centre
4.9 across all classes · 982 reviews

Florence Ulutunu is a multidisciplinary artist of Sāmoan decent, her heritage connecting her to the villages of Si’umu, Sāmusu, Sātupa’itea and Faleū. Her current work focuses on the revival of siapo making and exploring the relationship between practice and identity.  
 
This workshop will explore these themes of making and identity from both individual perspectives but also through collaborative learning. Be introduced to the histories and narratives around siapo, its use, its significance, promoting the community empowerment from the transfer of generational knowledge. You will be guided through the step-by-step processes involved in making it, creating your own to take home.  

Details

CEAC, 2 Mount Lebanon Ln, Henderson, Auckland 0612, New Zealand

You will learn

  • Step by step making of Siapo

You will get

  • Be introduced to the histories and narratives around siapo, its use, its significance, promoting the community empowerment from the transfer of generational knowledge.

Appropriate for

7-13 year olds

Preparation

What to bring

  • EVERYTHING is provided : )

What to wear

Wear comfortable clothe

Your Teacher

Florence Ulutunu is a multidisciplinary artist of Sāmoan decent, her heritage connecting her to the villages of Si’umu, Sāmusu, Sātupa’itea and Faleū. Her current work focuses on the revival of siapo making and exploring the relationship between practice and identity.

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Corban Estate Arts Centre

Corban Estate Arts Centre

982 reviews

The Corban Estate Arts Centre is located in Henderson, West Auckland.

We’re home to artist studios, our very own cafe, art classes for adults, youth and children, and an ever-changing programme of exhibitions and events.

Set within park-like grounds amongst historic winery buildings. Open Monday to Saturday, entry is free, everybody’s welcome.

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Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

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Terms & Conditions

ADULTS, YOUTH AND CHILDREN’S CLASSES/WORKSHOPS ENROLMENT POLICY

  • A deposit is required to secure your place and payment must be made in full to confirm your booking.
  • Cancellation by Corban Estate Arts Centre entitles the participant to a FULL REFUND.
  • Cancellation by participant up until 7 days before the workshop commences results in a transfer where possible OR full credit to be used within 6 months of cancellation date OR a full refund MINUS a 10% admin & booking fee.
  • Cancellation by participant within 7 days of the workshop commencement date results in a transfer where possible OR full credit to be used within 6 months of cancellation date OR a full refund MINUS a 30% admin & booking fee.
  • Cancellation by participant on or after the workshop commencement date results in NO refund given.


SPECIAL ENROLMENT POLICY FOR GLASS CASTING WORKSHOPS

  • A deposit is required to secure your place and payment must be made in full to confirm your booking. Part Payment options are available at time of booking.
  • Cancellation by Corban Estate Arts Centre entitles the participant to a FULL REFUND.
  • Cancellation by participant up until 10 days before the workshop commences results in a full refund of amount paid MINUS a 10% admin & booking fee.
  • Cancellation by participant within 10 days or on or after the workshop commencement date results in NO refund given. You may nominate someone else to take your place before the class starts.

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