Festivals and Spaces
Alongside my work in textiles, costume and creative production, I have hands-on experience in festival construction, installation and large-scale collaborative builds. I’m comfortable working practically on site, using hand and power tools, constructing structures, painting and finishing, and working with unconventional and recycled materials. My experience ranges from residential renovation and general build crew work to leading decorative installations and creating immersive spaces, combining practical problem-solving with a strong eye for detail.
Festival & Build Experience
Building Contractor — Residential Renovation & Remodelling (Oct–Nov 2025)
Hands-on residential renovation and remodelling including demolition, decking, plastering, painting, waterproofing, cabinetry, flooring, insulation and drywall installation, with confident use of hand and power tools.Nowhere, Spain — Norg Build Crew (2025)
Site and structural build, shade structures, kitchen and gate construction; led signage team for installation and painting.Kiwiburn, NZ — Effigy Build Crew (2025)
Harvested and processed bamboo and helped weave a large-scale burnable sculptural structure.Badlands Mural Arts Festival, NZ — Artist Support Volunteer (2024)
Supported artists during the event and painted a mural.Ignition, NZ — Tree People (2024)
Lighting setup and installation of a magical gnome textiles miniature.Kiwiburn, NZ — Bedlam Apocalyptica, Decor Leader (2024)
Led decoration of a large sound camp, working extensively with recycled and repurposed materials.Kiwiburn, NZ — Kafe Istanbul, Founder & Main Creator (2023)
Designed, built and hosted an immersive Turkish coffee-inspired space featuring handmade soft furnishings and Mediterranean/Middle Eastern hospitality.
