NEO-FIJIAN MASI ART

Fijian masi (barkcloth) with stenciled geometric masi kalou patterns now finds its way into modern art installations and high fashion (such as masi wedding gowns and stage costumes for Pacific pop stars). Some artists incorporate photo prints or text into masi, addressing issues like ocean conservation. This neo-Fijian art keeps the masi tradition inclusive and dynamic, proving that even a cloth once reserved for chiefs can become a medium for the Pacific’s contemporary voice in the global art dialogue.