DR TURUMAKINA DULEY
(Ngāti Awa, Te Patuwai)
Dr Turumakina Duley (Ngāti Awa, Te Patuwai) is a highly respected tohunga tā moko , researcher, and contemporary artist . Grounded in a holistic and eco-conscious philosophy, his work goes far beyond ink and skin, serving as a powerful medium for ancestral identity, emotional healing, and cultural restoration. Dr Duley recently completed his PhD at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, focusing his research on reinstating tā moko as a formal rite of passage into adulthood to foster accountability and community responsibility. Based at his studio, Te Ahi Manuka, in Whakatāne, his visionary approach to revitalising historical ceremonial sites and restoring traditional markings has earned him global recognition, including being featured on the international documentary series Skindigenous.
Details: 29cm x 21cm x 2cm
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