In Ōtautahi, there is a lack of local artistic representation that offers interview-based insights into artists' lives and practices. Symbiosis is a new magazine that uses interviews and film photography to highlight a wide array of local artists spanning the range of art that is available in our city. We are an annual publication with plenty of room to grow. The first issue features nine local artists.
We focus on intimate, inspiring, and relevant content, in which we authentically represent the diverse voices of our local artists. We look into the artists—who they are, what inspires them and why they create—providing in-depth and personal interviews. The publication allows readers to engage and connect with artists, strengthening relationships and helping grow the art community. Our magazine supports the symbiotic relationship between art and community.
Symbiosis has the ability to become a staple in your homes and favourite bookstores as it is a representation of the artistic talent our city has to offer.
The purpose of Up Close is to encourage respectful use of our nature tracks and to better honour Papatūānuku. Using environmental graphics, Up Close tells the story of the land you are on, of the track you are about to embark on, and of the rules to follow. Clear and descriptive information tells you how you should behave while on track by using simple yet effective visuals to aid in this understanding.
Up Close takes information from the landscape to create a design identity that is reflective of its surroundings. You can see that the colour pallet is reflective of plants sacred to Kura Tawhiti, such as the Castle Hill Butter Cup (Ranunculus paucifolius). Throughout the design identity, you can see elements inspired by the carvings at the entrance to Kura Tawhiti; these are carried through in the chosen typeface, brand identity, and iconography for Kura Tawhiti. Every part of the design draws you back to Kura Tawhiti, to its beautiful landscape and limestone formations.
Up Close has the potential to influence the way the public engages with our land and to offer education around the dos and don’ts of walking and hiking tracks. With proper guidance and involvement from local Iwi and the Department of Conservation, Up Close would have the ability to thrive. Offering clear and educational environmental graphics is incredibly important, especially when tracks
I had the incredible privilege of working with Leon White Design and Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū on issue 215 of The Bulletin.
I worked on the cover, Abandoned Ancestors and My Favourite.
