An Exploration into the Symphony of Solitude: By Ngahuia Williams
Within Te Taiao o Aotearoa
A solitary expedition through the landscape resonates with the echoes of what captivates the soul in moments of aloneness.
Ngahuia Williams (Ngãpuhi) debuts in the realm of photographic documentation, capturing the essence of nature’s intricate beauty. Over the past year, she has traversed the whenua, attuned to the perfect chaos and balance of the natural world.
This collection represents the inception of a practice that has grown and deepened over time.
The exhibition manifests a process, a journey of gratitude, existence, wairua, and the essence of life. It is a meditation on Te tĩmatanga the beginning, our atua, and the transformative power of solitude.
“My practice connects me to parts of myself that often go unnoticed amidst my societal existence. It leads me to reflect on our origins, and in that contemplation, I marvel at the wonderland we are fortunate enough to experience every day.In recent years, I’ve pondered the cell, its intricacy, and its ecosystem. From that place, I begin to break things down. Step by step, I trace the whakapapa of life. In this space of reflection, I find acceptance. From here, there is no trauma, no pain.”
Ngahuia has ventured into numerous native forests across Aotearoa, armed with both digital and film cameras, capturing the moments where sensory connections bind her to the energy she seeks in solitary encounters with the environment.
This collection offers a first glimpse into her reflective journey.
The exhibition runs from 4 April to the 30 April, at Allpress Studio, Freemans Bay.
BIO
Ngahuia Williams is a creative whose multifaceted journey has woven expertise and experience in fashion with a deep practice in meditation, and holistic practices.
With a background spanning over 25 years in the fashion industry and over a decade in management, Ngahuia has guided and inspired many through her roles as a model and business owner. Her time in the world of fashion has nurtured her keen eye for aesthetics and an appreciation for the subtleties of visual storytelling.
Her path extended beyond fashion as she ventured into the practices of meditation and yogic science, undertaking studies in India and Nepal. These experiences have shaped her understanding of inner harmony and personal growth, infusing her
intentions with a deep sense of calm and insight.
Throughout her career, Ngahuia’s enduring passion for photography has been a constant thread. Her transition from working in front of the camera to documentation and photography has been both natural and transformative. This shift reflects her desire to convey deeper narratives and capture the essence of solitude and nature with a spiritual lens as the baseline of practice.
Through her lens, she invites viewers to experience the serene chaos of nature and to engage in their own journeys of exploration and self-discovery.
