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Mentor Power

Dominic Hoey explores an arts mentoring project to discover how it's changing young lives.

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Dominic Hoey

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Lack of community in the arts sector takes its toll

Kate Powell speaks to George Johnston - an artist working in mental health - about his tips and tools for staying well.

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Kate Powell

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Tilting the tortured artist trope

Kate Powell speaks to Jennifer Ward-Lealand about why mental health is important for the creative process and how to better support artists.

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Kate Powell

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When you hit the wall

Tami Neilson speaks honestly and powerfully about how burn out takes its toll and best ways to reclaim joy.

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Kate Powell

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How to cultivate patience, proactivity and perseverance

Keeping going is a challenge in the arts - Madeleine Dore has 11 ways to build up your career longevity and inward success.

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The Big Idea Editor

John Reynolds, and his work 'I want you to panic'. Supplied.

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Stigmas in the sector

Verity Johnson speaks to three prolific NZ artists about how the sector has changed, and the future climate of art in NZ. [In partnership with the Arts Foundation].

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The Big Idea Editor

Award-winning ‘Handle With Care’ by Molly Timms. Photo: Tatiana Harper.

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'Art is like a fingerprint'

Dominic Hoey talks to two emerging artists, both winners of a unique award that shines a spotlight on mental health. [In partnership with Upstairs Gallery].

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Dominic Hoey