Shane Hansen

Shane Hansen (Tainui, Ngāti Mahanga-Houroa) is a multidisciplinary artist based on the Tūtūkākā Coast, where he has been creating professionally for over a decade. Born in New Zealand in the 1970s, he is of Māori, Chinese, Danish, and Scottish descent. His artistic practice spans painting, printmaking, outdoor sculpture, graphic design, fashion, furniture, and architecture.Inspired by his multicultural heritage, pop art, strong graphics, and Aotearoa's natural environment, his creations feature bold colours, modern Māori motifs, and native flora and fauna.Career Highlights & Background:

Fashion & Art Transition: Began as a self-taught fashion designer at age 19 before starting a full-time art career in 2009.

Notable Projects: Hosted the TV series Design Junkies on TVNZ One. Designed team uniforms and a village sculpture for the 2016 NZ Rio Olympic Team. Created a custom bike for HRH Prince George in 2014. Selected as one of five Māori artists to design for the Rugby World Cup 2011.

Community Initiatives: Opens his Tūtūkākā studio to the public and curates local art initiatives like Sculpture on the Green.

During the summer months, Shane opens his Tūtūkākā studio to visitors, sharing his art, inviting kōrero, and offering a glimpse into his artistic world. Everyone is welcome.