The Culture Collection of Fiji

18/07/2021

In today's episode join me in talking with well-known artist Rusiate Lali about his family's involvement with the arts and his connection to his work.

For more visit: Rusiate Lali

11/07/2021

In today's episode, join me in visiting gifted glassblowing artist Alice Hill to talk about her journey to opening up a glassblowing studio in Fiji and what art can represent.

For more, visit: Hot Glass Fiji

10/07/2021

Chinmoyi Patel is a mixed media artist, specializing in sculpture and video. Join me today in talking with Chinmoyi about her work and exposure to art through formal education.

For more, visit: http://chinmoyi-patel.com

09/07/2021

Hupfeld Hoerder is an icon in Fiji's fashion scene known for his beautiful bridal wear. Today, join me in talking with Hupfeld about his gorgeous creations and inclusivity in fashion.

For more, visit: Hupfeld Hoerder Designs

08/07/2021

Kirikiti Juna is an up-and-coming visual artist in Fiji's art scene. In today's episode, join me in talking with Kiti about some of her work and how she shows diversity through art.

For more, visit: Kitty Aries Juna

07/07/2021

Join me today in meeting with gifted artist Lambert Ho at the Grand Pacific Hotel, to talk about art as an emotional release and connecting with communities through art.

For more, visit Art by Lambert Ho

06/07/2021

In today's episode come along in visiting the boutique of acclaimed fashion designer Samson Lee. Join me in chatting with Samson about his stunning prints and mentoring aspiring student designers.

For more visit: Samson Lee Fiji

05/07/2021

Josaia Mateiwai is a talented mixed-media artist based in Nadi, Fiji. Join me in chatting with Josaia about his past year in art and upcycling old materials into beautiful works of art.

For more visit: LeNiu Art LeNiu Art Josaia Mateiwai

04/07/2021

Katherine Reade is a visual artist who paints gorgeous artworks at the Mather Nichols Gallery in Suva. Today, join me in visiting the gallery to talk with Katherine about her deep connection to her work and what inspires her.

For more visit: Mather Nichols Gallery

03/07/2021

Zuber is a luxury fashion brand based in Suva, Fiji's capital. In this episode, come along to visit the Zuber Bo***ir to chat with founders Fuzz Ali and Ilai Jikoiono on their brand's evolution, the future of fashion, and breaking stereotypes.

For more visit: ZUBER

02/07/2021

02/07/2021

Bula Vinaka!

Welcome to the launch of my MYP Personal Project ‘The Culture Collection Fiji‘. This collection features a video series in collaboration with some of Fiji‘s many gifted creatives. I am extremely grateful to all of these artists for giving me the opportunity to take you on a voyage to explore their creative process and their bond with art. Over the following weeks, this platform will showcase a portfolio of in-depth interviews.

I hope this collection gives you a closer glimpse of Fiji‘s art scene and sparks your interest to explore further…