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in Pursuit of Venus [infected]

Lisa Reihana is a pioneering New Zealand artist blending Māori traditions with contemporary media like film & video. Known for thought-provoking works such as *In Pursuit of Venus*, she explores identity, colonialism, and cultural exchange through innovative storytelling.

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Lisa Reihana’s video, in ‘Pursuit of Venus [infected]’ 2017 is a response to early European representations of the peoples of Oceania in the French panoramic wallpaper, ‘Les Sauvages De La Mer Pacifique (The Voyages of Captain Cook)’ 1805 printed by Dufour et Cie. Joseph Dufour was inspired by tales from Captain Cook’s 1769 voyage to witness the transit of Venus from Tahiti and search for ‘Terra Australis,’ but the resulting imagery relied more on imagination than truth. In Reihana’s version, the generic green plains of the original design, which conflated Oceanic locations with neoclassical characteristics, are occupied by living Indigenous performers, community elders and cultural practitioners of today. They are engaged in culturally specific acts and ceremonies—including dance, storytelling, tattooing and trade—at times playful and subversive. Meanwhile, actors playing English seafarers observe, interact, misunderstand and disrupt daily proceedings of life. The interactions between First Nations peoples and the foreign interlopers in the video’s many vignettes creates a grand and complex narrative of first contact. The re-imagined interactions between the Indigenous and European people are an elaborate reclamation and decolonisation of land and culture, opening up a visual space that disrupts any singular or comfortable understanding of the legacies of empire and intercultural encounters where: ‘once you’ve seen something, you’re changed forever; and that’s the infection.’ Lisa ReihanaExhibited in

Artist Biography

Lisa Marie Reihana: A Biography

Early Life and Career

  • Born: 1964 in Auckland, New Zealand.
  • Lisa Marie Reihana is a multi-disciplinary artist whose career began in the 1990s.
  • She quickly established herself as an influential figure within contemporary art and specifically, contemporary Māori art in Aotearoa New Zealand.
  • Her early work laid the foundation for her exploration of complex themes relating to identity, history, and cultural representation.

Artistic Development & Style

  • Reihana’s practice spans a diverse range of media including film, sculpture, costume, body adornment, text, and photography.
  • Key Characteristics: Her style is marked by high production values and a unique blend of traditional Māori aesthetics with contemporary techniques.
  • She often employs portraiture as a means to investigate these themes, creating visually striking and conceptually rich artworks.
  • Reihana’s work demonstrates a keen attention to the complexities of photographic and cinematic languages.

Notable Works

  • digital marae: Exhibited at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery in New Plymouth, New Zealand. This work explores concepts of space, gathering, and cultural exchange.
  • mai i te aroha, ko te aroha: Showcased at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa in Wellington, New Zealand. It delves into themes of love, loss, and connection.
  • in Pursuit of Venus [infected]: A large-scale video installation that represented New Zealand at the 2017 Venice Biennale. This ambitious project reimagines a historical painting and explores colonial narratives from a Pacific perspective.
  • Other significant works include Maui and Te Wai Ngunguru - Nomads of the Sea.

Influences & Historical Significance

  • Reihana’s work is influenced by Māori traditions, storytelling, and visual culture.
  • She draws inspiration from historical archives, colonial documentation, and contemporary social issues.
  • Impact: Reihana has significantly impacted the development of contemporary art in New Zealand, challenging conventional perspectives and promoting greater cultural understanding.
  • Her representation at the Venice Biennale brought international recognition to Māori art and its unique contribution to global artistic discourse.

Major Achievements & Exhibitions

  • Represented New Zealand at the 2017 Venice Biennale with in Pursuit of Venus [infected].
  • Exhibited internationally, including at the Royal Academy in London (Oceania exhibition).
  • Participated in Pacific Sisters: Fashion Activists at Te Papa Tongarewa.
  • Her work is held in prominent collections such as the Christchurch Art Gallery.
lisa marie reihana

lisa marie reihana

1964 - , New Zealand

Quick Facts

  • Birth Date: 1964
  • Birth Place: Auckland, New Zealand
  • Movement: Contemporary Māori art
  • Name: Lisa Marie Reihana
  • Nationality: New Zealander
  • Notable Works:
    • in Pursuit of Venus [infected]
    • digital marae
    • mai i te aroha, ko te aroha