James Cannon • Future Primitive NZ: Big Win at the Waimarino Art Awards 2024: Clarence Takes Supreme!

James Cannon • Future Primitive NZ

My name is James Cannon, an award-winning New Zealand artist and sculptor based in Taumarunui. My journey began through Te Toi Whakairo, where I was traditionally trained by Kaiako Kenny Jones, before continuing my studies under Master Carvers Te Kuiti Stewart and Hohepa Peni at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, graduating with excellence in 2013. After years immersed in whakairo and creating public artworks, my artistic journey evolved into large-scale recycled metal sculpture and imaginative contemporary creations. Combining craftsmanship, storytelling, and imagination, I transform forgotten materials into unique artworks that celebrate creativity, connection, and transformation — continuing an evolving artistic legacy.

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Friday, September 27, 2024

Big Win at the Waimarino Art Awards 2024: Clarence Takes Supreme!

I'm very pleased to announce that my new junk goat, Clarence, won the Supreme Art Award at this year's Waimarino Art Awards in Raetihi! On top of that, I also won the 3D division with my abstract piece titled 'Pioneering Dream'.

Great news, and a huge well done to Annie Stone for doing a marvellous job coordinating the whole event.

Thank you to the three judges, it was great hearing your kōrero—and a big thank you to Ngāti Rangi for their generous sponsorship towards the supreme prize. Thanks heaps!