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Shooting stars
Regan Cameron is one of New Zealand’s most successful exports, yet most of us don’t even know his name.

Asumi Mizuo's favourite things
Japanese ceramics artist Asumi Mizuo has found a unique way to create beauty out of imperfection.

From chaos to creation
Max Gimblett is one of our most beloved painters. Rebecca Barry met him in his New York studio and learned about his creative process.

James Griffin: A wealth of art to pursue
As if to prove there is more to Auckland 2011 than rugby, there is an Arts Festival just around the corner, therefore, the time has come to study the programme, to sort through the pick 'n' mix box of yummy cultural chocolates on offer.

<i>Book reviews</i>: Striking visions of places and people
Peter Simpson reviews three new books about NZ artists.

Art deco houses granted reprieve
Protesters are steeling themselves for a legal battle with developers after being granted a stay of demolition on three historic St Heliers cottages.

Fat Freddy's global profile grows
Kiwi collective Fat Freddy's Drop has won a spot at one of the biggest music festivals in the United States.

Putting New Zealand music on the map
Taking New Zealand's rich and diverse music scene to the world is the aim of Womad's Emere Wano, who has launched the music expo Sounds Aotearoa to provide an opportunity for NZ artists to be heard overseas.