Nothing Typical about Mara TK
He's got followers the world over, but talented Māori musician Mara TK prefers to keep it low-key - and explains why weird works for him.
‘The System is Broken’: Gaping Hole in Arts Diversity
They are so often described as the future of the creative community - The Lowdown looks at the state of youth arts in this week's news bulletin.
Creatives & Teachers on the Same Page
A look into the rewards of feeding the future of creativity by going straight to the source - Aotearoa's youth.
‘We Can Do Something Monumental’: How to be One in a Billion
The woman who turned a simple creative concept into an international phenomenon explains the inspiring message behind her work - and how you can be part of it.
Wide Reaching Repercussions for Arts Funding
A case of failed Creative NZ funding has the potential to impact more than just the defendant - The Lowdown takes a look at advocacy and leadership in your arts news bulletin.
Arts Voices: What Does Matariki Mean to You?
The arts community has embraced Matariki with a passion. We speak to Māori creatives about performing during this special time of year.
Rhinestones and Rebellion
Art is all about expression - Verity Johnson gives us a first-hand account of burlesque as an exploration of female sexuality and taking back control of your story.
The Power of Visibility: Beating the Mid-Career Blahs
Even introverts can shine in their own ways. Challenge your fears and put yourself out there with these mentality-shifting ideas.
Taking Creative NZ to Court
A ground-breaking court case, the impact of the latest COVID Alert Level rise on the arts and another cultural sector governance departure - all the biggest sector news in the Lowdown.
Travelling Through Art
How a project that started as a truck in Aotearoa has become a vehicle to promote NZ artists both at home and on the other side of the world.
Modern Take on Matariki
A collection of Māori creatives have put together an exhibition that gives culture prominence among the commercial. Dina Jezdic went to check it out.
The People Have Spoken: Fund the Arts
The numbers don't lie - The Lowdown highlights a finding that could lead to a significant change in funding the arts in a loaded arts news bulletin.