Nathan Newton, Fencing
Anna Lezhikova, Archery
Jackson Te Huki, American Football
All twelve athletes, presented in their banner form which were printed as part of the exhibition.
Bachelor of Design with Honours
Why We Play brings together photography and athletes in a photographic project consisting of individuals who engage in a sport that is considered non-mainstream within New Zealand. Each athlete is captured collaboratively in a studio environment to demonstrate the interplay between the paraphernalia of the sport and the character of the player, focused on seeking the core reasons why they play what they do.