Pacific people steered away from arts careers.

06:02 am on 1 November 2016

Pacific people are often praised for their artistic ability but feel the pressure to pursue other career paths say arts award recipients in New Zealand.

Seven artists were recognised at the Creative New Zealand Arts Pasifika awards in Wellington.

Daniela Maoate-Cox spoke to the winners about the significance of their awards. 

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Madison Nonoa sings at the Creative NZ Arts Pasifika awards in Wellington Photo: RNZI / Daniela Maoate-Cox