Blood's Thicker Than Mud by Terry Koloamatangi Klavenes, May 14 - June 12, 2010

Terry Koloamatangi Klavenes’ photography documents his kainga, his family and community. His work expresses his personal history, and how his relationships and the experiences of his youth (both positive and not so positive) have shaped the man, father, and artist that he has become.

Terry’s first solo at Fresh Gallery Otara in 2007 created a major impact; the installation Hybrids and Hafekasis went on to win the Martin Hughes Contemporary Pacific Art Award. In 2010, Terry will show new work at City Gallery Wellington. To celebrate Fresh Gallery Otara’s 4th anniversary, Blood’s Thicker Than Mud has been selected to represent the gallery’s culture and identity, and South Auckland artistic excellence making an impact both nationally and internationally.

For more information, please visit the Fresh Gallery Otara website.