Louise Potiki Bryant is a dancer, choreographer and video artist. She performed her acclaimed work Kiri at the Lake Wanaka Centre as part of the Southern Lakes Festival of Colour last week.
What was the best birthday present you ever received, and why?
My birthday is in May and usually falls within the time of the NZ International ComedyFestival, in Auckland. My partner and I love comedy so he often takes me to a comedy show for my birthday, which I absolutely love. Laughter is good for the soul.
What smell do you find irresistible?
I like all types of essential oils. A favourite is lavender, which I find very calming.
What is your least favourite thing about humanity?
Two of my least favourite things about humanity are ego and greed.
What is one strong childhood memory?
I have lots of beautiful childhood memories. I am very grateful for having had a wonderful childhood with a very loving and supportive whanau.
One memory which comes to mind and will always be with me, was the day my grandmother died. She was a very special person to me.
The day she passed, and saying goodbye to her, is one of the most potent memories I have frommy childhood.
You are a new addition to the crayon box. What colour are you and why?
One of my favourite colours is turquoise, so I guess this is the colour I would be. I fell in love with the stone turquoise after spending time in Canada and I find its colour has very special qualities.
I also really like the colours of different types of pounamu. So I would be happy to be turquoise or pounamu.
