Born in Apia, Samoa, Maryann Talia Pau grew up in Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand and has recently moved to Brisbane with her family after developing her art and work in Melbourne.
Maryann has been making for the last 14 years, including 'Mana Couture' body adornment, affectionately referred to as 'Pasifika Bling'. Using materials and craft techniques from her island home, Maryann's work has been seen on singing sister's Vika and Linda Bull, ABC Broadcaster & Triple R presenter Namila Benson and in a fashion collaboration with The Social Studio for L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, 2011.
It is the making process that is crucial to Maryann's practice. It brings healing, fulfilment and connections.