Ngaahina Hohaia: Weaver of Memory and Resilience Ngaahina Hohaia (born 1975) stands at the intersection of Māori heritage and contemporary artistic expression, forging a distinctive voice within New Zealand’s vibrant art landscape. Rooted in Parihaka—a historic pacifist settlement that fiercely resisted colonial encroachment—her creative journey is shaped by profound connections to whakapapa (genealogy), ancestral knowledge, and the enduring spirit of her people. Early Influences: Hohaia’s artistic sensibilities blossomed under the guidance of her Māori grandmother, a skilled weaver who…