People in the Project: Story Hemi-Morehouse
Role in Ngā Ngaru Wakapuke
Story is a Māori illustrator and researcher of indigenous knowledge systems and narratology. Her Masters research is sponsored by NNW and investigates how pūrākau Māori can, among other functions, be interpreted as recordings of natural hazards. In addition to this, pūrākau also demonstrates Maori philosophies and practices that foster resilience. Story’s design project utilises the framework of pūrākau and adapts them within the context of modern natural hazard messaging.
Research background
Story Hemi-Morehouse has a background in animation and illustration, with a Bachelor of Animation from Griffith University (QCA). She is currently completing her Master of Design at Massey University (wellington).
Current research
I’m developing a series of educational posters that interprets mātauranga about natural hazards and environmental behaviours as personified Atua. These are designed primarily for classroom use, engaging young akoranga Māori in natural hazard education with culturally relevant material!