7 Oct 2008

Maori art exhibition in US

6:46 am on 7 October 2008

An exhibition of Maori art in the United States will open doors into the American market for Maori artists according to one of the organisers.

Toi Maori Operations manager Tamahou Temara says the 'Small Treasures' exhibition in San Francisco this week is showcasing the best Maori art has to offer.

Waatea News reports Maori artists including Derek Lardelli, Edna Pahewa and Turumakina Duley are attending the two-day event.