TIA KI – Nagaland Art Space has unveiled Flower Moon: May Special, a week-long exhibition bringing together artists and creative practitioners from across Nagaland in a celebration of fertility, motherhood, renewal and new beginnings through contemporary expression.
The exhibition, which opened on May 1, features a diverse mix of disciplines including poetry, spoken word, textiles, drapery, dance and performance, creating a dynamic platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.
The inaugural event showcased Flower Moon, a performance art piece written by Anungla Zoe Longkumer. The spoken word poetry was interpreted into movement by Virieno Christina Zakiesato, a movement artist and ballet teacher, alongside Carol Humstoe, a fashion model and performance artist. The performers were adorned in heirloom and contemporary woven textiles styled by multidisciplinary artist Imcha Imchen.
Speaking on the occasion, Longkumer, who is also the founder-curator of TIA KI, said the performance was the result of a collective creative effort. She noted that the collaboration stemmed from a shared desire among artists to tell meaningful stories through their individual mediums.
The performance piece was structured in two parts-Mother and Sister. While Mother paid tribute to Mother Earth, Sister honoured the traditional weaver, acknowledging the origins of textile-making. The presentation also drew inspiration from The Sü Archive of heirloom textile reproductions by KINTEM, alongside pieces from the label’s latest collection, FORME, highlighting the interplay of form, movement and design.
Organisers said the exhibition reflects a multidimensional approach to art, where individual practices converge to create a unified narrative of cultural identity and creative expression.
Adding a cultural touch to the event, guests were served chidem, a traditional Ao Naga leaf-wrapped meal comprising rice, pork, chutney and boiled vegetables, symbolising the spirit of Moatsü festival.
The exhibition will remain open to the public from May 2 to 9, featuring works and collaborations from 12 participating artists and brands, including KINTEM, Hues of Hills, Smallshop by Jason Anshu, Famous Letterpress, Tanemi Pottery Studio, Hut Craft Candles, Flower of the Hills, Akangsenep Jamir, Ari Amer and Kumti LCR.
