A wānanga where participants learn and practice earth-based pigment making and deepen their relationship with natural materials.

Ngā Tae o te Whenua 

A creative kaupapa grounded in kaupapa Māori, for people drawn to whenua, natural materials, and the practice of making colour with care and intention. 

We explore the process of earth-based pigments, using materials sourced with tikanga and respect for the whenua.

We will share tools, knowledge, and time — allowing space to grind, mix, observe, and create alongside one another.

Expect colour, chaos, play, and a little bit of magic  

This is a small rōpū, suited to those who wish to learn through doing, to experiment, and to work with natural colour in a way that honours

process over outcome. 

No prior experience is needed. You are welcome as you are.

All resources are provided for you to take home 3 samples of pigments.

Please bring along 2/3 jars along when any other whenua samples you may have collected and would like to sample.

Refreshments provided.

Whare Hau Tutū

12 Pembroke Street

Hamilton