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Saint Andrew Matautia

If we are not telling OUR STORIES then someone else will

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Saint Andrew Palauni Matautia is a child of the diaspora. While Aotearoa is home for now, Samoa will always have his heart. Andrew is a multimedia artist that excels in telling diverse stories of people. In his photography and video work Andrew interacts with many different cultures because of the multitudes of people that call this place home.

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“If we are not telling OUR STORIES then someone else will” (unknown).



Saint Andrew Palauni Matautia is a child of the diaspora. While Aotearoa is home for now, Samoa will always have his heart. Andrew is a multimedia artist that excels in telling diverse stories of people.



In his photography and video work Andrew interacts with many different cultures because of the multitudes of people that call this place home. No matter the person’s background, he enables them to bring their authentic selves to the table. He captures visually compelling moments, highlighting the oppression of a colonial system and showcases the beauty of marginalised cultures.



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