Ko Maungapōhatu tōku maunga
Ko Ōhinemataroa tōku awa
Ko Mataatua tōku waka
Ko Waikirikiri tōku marae
Ko Tūhoe, Ko Ngti Kahungunu,
Ko Te Aitanga a Māhaki ōku iwi
Ko Hāmua me Nāti Mura nā hapū
Ko Katerina ahau
Katerina is an Aotearoa based creative with experience spanning placemaking, wayfinding, landscape architecture, 3D visualisation, installation art, graphic design, and photography. Through visual narratives, her kaupapa (purpose) seeks to challenge conventions, foster cultural resilience, and promote environmental stewardship. With an evolving practice and a recent Master of Design from Toi Rauwhārangi, Massey University College of Creative Arts, she is dedicated to crafting impactful stories that explore the connections between people, culture, and place, sparking dialogue and reflection.
Kia ora koutou,
Through the lens of visual storytelling, I seek to uncover the hidden beauty in the world, inviting others to discover the wonder in the ordinary and often overlooked. My travels take me to diverse places and cultures, where each moment offers a chance to immerse myself in the essence of unfamiliar environments, capturing their spirit through photography.
For me, photography is more than a medium—it's a way of weaving together stories, emotions, and experiences, offering others a glimpse into the depth and richness of the world around us. It is an invitation to view our surroundings with fresh eyes, to awaken curiosity, and to connect with the spaces we inhabit. In this journey, spatial design becomes another form of expression, enhancing our relationship with the spaces we navigate.
This path of exploration is ever-evolving, a continuous discovery of new perspectives and connections, and I warmly welcome you to join in.
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