E NOHO is a creative agency built on a foundation of whanaungatanga, dedicated to sharing the stories of Aotearoa’s creative community through compelling narrative films.
Guided by Te Ao Māori values, we believe storytelling is a powerful way to strengthen connections, foster understanding, and uplift our communities.
Originally established as a live-stream music show, E NOHO was created and hosted by artist Ed Waaka in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It served as a platform to promote mental well-being and nurture a sense of unity during lockdown, reinforcing the importance of connection in challenging times.
Since then, our kaupapa has continued to evolve, but our commitment to whanaungatanga remains at the heart of everything we do. Through our films, we strive to create authentic and emotionally resonant stories that bring people together, celebrate indigenous perspectives, and leave a lasting impact.
PROJECTS
Ed Waaka - E Kura (Music Video)
Hinemoana
Hikoi
ED WAAKA - CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Ed Waaka (Te Rarawa, Ngāti Pāhauwera) is an established musician, producer, audio engineer, and emerging digital curator based in Tāmaki Makaurau. Throughout his career, he has released numerous songs as a singer-songwriter and collaborated with or performed alongside notable artists such as Troy Kingi, Trinity Roots, Mara T.K, MeloDownz, and Louis Baker.
His love of music and art extends into the digital space, where he has built a successful career in the commercial A/V industry. Working with clients including The Auckland Art Gallery, Depot Art Space, Aotea Centre, Corbans Estate Art Center and Auckland Council.
Currently, Ed is part of the wider Tech and Digital Digital team at Tāmaki Paenga Hira – Auckland Museum, where he works as a Senior AV Technician, integrating digital experiences into existing and future museum exhibitions.
TRIXI ROSA - CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Trixi Rosa is an artist and māmā raised in Punakaiki, Te Wai Pounamu. Her interdisciplinary art practice weaves ritual and writing into immersive installation, poetry and performance. Her mahi navigates questions of identity, place, intimacy and belonging.
Trixi has published, performed and exhibited locally and internationally with the likes of, Takahē (NZ), Hunter Writer Centre (AUS), Genre: Urban Arts (USA), Maternal Journal (USA),Depot Artspace (NZ), Melbourne Writers Festival, The Bowery Poetry Club (NYC), Chopin Theatre (Chicago), and The Wheeler Centre (AUS).
In 2019, Trixi participated in the Emerging Cultural Leaders residency at Footscray Arts (FCAC) and graduated from a Masters of Public Art (Community Arts/Socially Engaged Practice) at RMIT, receiving the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Academic Excellence.
Trixi lives with her whānau on the West Coast of Tāmaki Makaurau and works on community development and arts engagement projects with various local community organisations.
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