Monthly Archives: January 2010

Interview #9: Alvin (Samadhi), Homeless and Meditator, 61

Today I met a very interesting and enlightening person. Alvin is homeless and practices meditation. Meditation for Alvin is not second nature it is a state of being, a lifestyle he chooses because he is searching for a deeper purpose. … Continue reading

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Natalie Tozer – Biomorphs

Natalie Tozer | Biomorphs Satellite Gallery, Cnr St Benedicts St and Newton Road, Newton, Auckland 9th – 27th February 2010 Opening: Tues 9th February, 5.30 – 7pm My friend, Natalie Tozer, is having her solo show at Satellite Gallery.  Make … Continue reading

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The Homeless and Auckland City Mission

Today I went up to the Auckland City Mission to find out how to get access to a homeless person.  I initially met with Charlotte who tells me to come back at 1pm to meet with Wilf. I went back … Continue reading

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Stranger in the Sky Bridge

If you’ve waited for an update on the Stranger in the Sky Bridge – well here it is… Unfortunately I cannot find Mac’s Son.  I have called the company I was told he works at and they have not heard … Continue reading

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Stranger on the sky-bridge

For the past couple of months I have seen this old Maori man sitting in the chair on the sky-bridge between the PWC Tower and the Westfield shopping centre.  I walk that way almost every day and he is always … Continue reading

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Interview #7: Bubbles, Working Girl/Fetish Worker, 45 years old

Yesterday I also met Bubbles.  A woman who is larger than life itself, full of energy, spirit and laughter.  Bubbles is a working girl and likes to specialise in fetish…mainly submissive than dominant.  Although, she does describe herself as a … Continue reading

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Interview 6: Darla, Courtesan/Companion, 28 years old

I have met some very interesting people during my process of interviews for my exhibition.  Yesterday I met Darla.  Darla started working in Parlours when she was about 23…and she surprised me when she said she had been fascinated with the … Continue reading

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Interview #5: Sophie, Mother of one, Solo Mum, 42 years old

Today I was touched by a very special person.  Her name is Sophie.  She is 42 years old and has been a solo, stay at home mum for the past 6 years – by choice.  Sophie was sexually abused at … Continue reading

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Studio Work

Yesterday I spent most of the day at Peter Gibson Smith’s studio.  Peter helped me with my traditional gessoing for my circular pieces for my exhibition.  I am using the traditional technique using rabbit skin glue and whiting.  I really … Continue reading

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Braveheart Youth Trust art exhibition

I have been asked to participate in the Braveheart Youth Trust art exhibition.  This will take place at the ASB Showgrounds from the 28-30 May in Auckland.  http://www.braveheart.org.nz Below are details from their website about the exhibition: “A stunning display of up … Continue reading

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