The greatest feeling 🥹 #SummerTime #Summer #SantaMonica #MuscleBeach
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Step into the vivid world of Woodblock New Year Prints (木版年画) — a traditional Chinese folk art once used to celebrate the Lunar New Year with colour, luck, and meaning. These hand-carved, brightly printed works were not just art; they were symbols of protection, prosperity, and storytelling, passed down through generations.
Now, in New Zealand’s multicultural and artistic landscape, this ancient practice is being reinterpreted by Kiwi artists, educators, and cultural communities. From printmaking studios in Wellington to Lunar New Year festivals in Auckland and Christchurch, woodblock New Year prints are making a comeback — not just as beautiful décor, but as a deeply symbolic cross-cultural dialogue.
With rising interest in heritage art, slow print techniques, and East Asian aesthetics, Aotearoa is embracing 木版年画 in ways both traditional and modern. They’re being used in:
Art exhibitions and gallery installations exploring identity and diaspora
School and university programs teaching cultural literacy through hands-on printmaking
Local design markets showcasing sustainable, hand-crafted giftware
Collaborations between Māori and Chinese artists focused on whakapapa and pattern-based storytelling
This resurgence is more than nostalgic — it’s a statement. A statement that even in a digital world, people still crave human touch, cultural richness, and ritual connection.
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#woodblockprintnz #chinesenewyearnz #lunarnewyearartnz #heritagecraftnz #culturalartnz #multiculturalnz #printmakingnz #folkartnz #nzasianart #slowartnz #traditionalprintnz
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⚠️ Survival lessons ⚠️ #littos #nabishevahmad
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Moxie the German #shepherd loves #motorcycle #adventures 😍🥰
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Salvo Migliorini - Scents Of The East (Max TenRom Remix) Organic House,Ethno Deep,Chillout
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Unlock your body's potential with this Easy Flexibility Yoga Flow designed for beginners! In just a few minutes, you’ll experience the benefits of a gentle stretching routine that enhances your flexibility and promotes relaxation. This quick stretch sequence is perfect for enhancing your yoga practice, whether at home or on the go. Join us for a rejuvenating session that targets key muscle groups, helping you improve mobility and reduce tension. Perfect for busy schedules, this #yogaflow is suitable for all fitness levels, providing a calming way to start or end your day. Remember to breathe deeply and enjoy the process of becoming more flexible with each pose. Feel free to revisit this flow daily to gradually see improvement in your flexibility and overall wellness! #yogaforbeginners #flexibility #stretchingroutine #yogaflow #relaxation #mindfulness #quickworkout #wellnessjourney
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