Paemanu Ngāi Tahu Contemporary Visual Arts was formed by a group of established Ngāi Tahu contemporary visual art professionals, dedicated to advancing Ngāi Tahu visual culture through creative and innovative artistic expression.
Paemanu first convened in Christchurch though activity extends across the Ngāi Tahu takiwā (region) and member artists and trustees are based across the motu (country). While active through a range of events including Te Matatini in 2015 at Hagley Park and Hui-a-Iwi (tribal events), a significant milestone for the organisation was the lauded Nohoaka Toi Ngāi Tahu Artists in Residence in partnership with CoCA in 2017.