The Stars of Matariki - Ngā Whetu o Matariki- The Sandman Marcus Winter ( English)

Get ready to be spellbound by the beauty and symbolism of the Matariki story, skillfully portrayed through the artistry of sand. Let the magic of Matariki and the art of sand transport you to a world of wonder and cultural significance.

Acknowledgements: Dr Rangi Matamua, Rereata Makiha - for helping revitalise some of the ancient knowledge held by our ancestors - by better understanding the heavens, we can understand more about the earth and ourselves.

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⏱️⏱️VIDEO CHAPTERS⏱️⏱️
0:00 - Matariki Explanation
0:30 - The pūrakau of Rangi and Papa
1:00 - Tāwhirimātea tears out his eyes
1:15 - Names of the Matariki Cluster
1:39 - Matariki ( Mother/ Healer)
1:50 - Tupuarangi ( Food in Air)
2:07 - Tupuanuku ( Food in Ground)
2:19 - Waiti ( Food from Fresh Water/ Rivers)
2:33 - Waita ( Food from Oceans/Seas/ Salt water)
2:50 - Waipunarangi ( Rain)
3:00 - Ururangi (Winds)
3:17 - Hiwaiterangi ( Wishing Star)
3:30 - Pohutukawa ( Acknowledge those whove passed).


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🖌About Artist- Who is Marcus Winter
Marcus Winter, also known as The Sandman, is a Māori artist from Aotearoa ( NZ) who is known for his intricate sand art creations. Using only sand and light, he creates stunning visual displays that have captivated audiences all over the world.

His mission is to bring people together through the universal language of art, revive indigenous stories and inspire others to find their own creative voice. Whether he is creating a large-scale installation for a festival or a intimate performance for a small group, The Sandman's goal is always the same: to leave his audience moved and uplifted.

"Everybody is creative - it's innate in all of us"
Marcus Winter