Salaam alaikum, My name is Abida. I am originally from Pakistan. I came in New Zealand 10 months ago. I have 2 children. I love gong out for a walk in the evenings. I usually spend my spare time doing knitting, crotchet and sewing.

Hola, I'm Claudia from Colombia.
I have been living in NZ for 4 years and love my life in Nelson. Making gifts in general and toys for Christmas is something I enjoy a lot. I'm so glad to be part of the opportunities Cultural Conversations provides, particularly to join in the many craft activities.

I hope you find something that speaks to you in my art and thank you for your support.

Hola! I am Dana and I am from Colombia. I came in New Zealand in 2023. I love to cook Colombian food and spending time with my family.

I am from Colombia and have lived in New Zealand for 5 years. I have three children at the age of 2, 12 and 18, so there is always lots going on. I am working part-time for Sealord and like the people there. I am new to Cultural Conversations and I am excited to learn new skills like sewing!

Hola! I am Doris and I came from Colombia and been in nelson for 7 months.In Colombia I was a hair stylist. I am married and has 3 sons.I like to read The Bible and organise her house. I love bright colours. I recently joined Cultural conversations and I love being a part of Global stitch up community.

I am from Colombia and have been in New Zealand for 6 years already. I have a 2 year old little toddler. Before I had my kid, I used to be a hairdresser and I was doing nails too. In New Zealand I continue doing this for my friends and planning to start to study at NMIT so I can work in my profession. I am at Cultural Conversations for the first time and I love that there is space to connect with other women and create something together.

Namaskar! I'm Harleen from the Punjab State of India. Sunny Nelson has been my home for three years. I enjoy sports and love to go to the gym at least 4 to 5 times a week. I also play basketball during the weekends. Cultural Conversations is a wonderful place for me to meet other women and join in the sewing workshops

I like outdoor activities, crafting and anything to do with art. I like literature, food and music and use to play piano and sing in a church choir back in Colombia. Here in Nelson, I go with my family out for fishing at Rock’s Road and then we have the fish for dinner. I came to Cultural Conversations to make scrunchies and learn new skills and it is a good occasion to practice my English..

Hola! My name is Lucy and I am from Colombia and staying in New Zealand for more than 5 years.I like to go on a walk in the evenings. I am also studying English language.

Hola! I am Luz Dary from Colombia. I am a nail technician and a make up artist. I came in New Zealand in 2023. I love going out for a walk with my kids.

Hola! My name is Marcela and I am from Colombia. I am living in New Zealand for more than 4 years. I am an expert nail technician. I have two kids and I love to spend time with my family.

Hola! My name is Maria and I was born in Colombia. I came to NZ when I was just 8 years old. I enjoy all art activities and cooking with my mum.
I go to Broadgreen School and love joining in the sewing workshops at Cultural Conversations.

Hola! My name is Marina and I'm from Cali, Colombia. I have lived in Nelson for 4 years, love dancing and making things. I enjoy the different workshops offered by Cultural Conversations. It is a joy to be in a safe space where I can meet others and use my hands creatively.

I am from Colombia.
I am Wendy's brother and go to Broadgreen School.

Salaam Alaikum, My name is Shakeela and I am from Pakistan. I cam in New Zealand just 3 months ago. I am currently doing English Course and also practicing at Cultural Conversations. In my spare time, I enjoy drawing and sewing.

Hola, I am from Colombia and 17 and from a city called Cali. I arrived in New Zealand 3 years and 5 months ago. I find Nelson a bit quiet and maybe once I finish school I want to move to Auckland. I heard about Cultural Conversations through friends, and I am interested in other people’s art. Therefore, it is great to connect here with the artists and maybe I will find inspiration to do my own!.