Renowned Tongan artist Sopolemalama Filipe Tohi receives honorary doctorate for his impact on Pacific art. El reconocido artista tongano Sopolemalama Filipe Tohi recibe un doctorado honorario por su impacto en el arte del Pacífico.

Renowned Tongan artist Sopolemalama Filipe Tohi, based in Auckland, has received an Honorary Doctorate for his contributions to Pacific art. El reconocido artista tongano Sopolemalama Filipe Tohi, radicado en Auckland, ha recibido un doctorado honorario por sus contribuciones al arte del Pacífico. Known for integrating traditional lashing techniques (lalava) with contemporary art, Tohi's works are featured in major collections and have been exhibited globally. Conocida por integrar las técnicas tradicionales de latigazos (lalava) con el arte contemporáneo, las obras de Tohi se presentan en colecciones importantes y se han exhibido en todo el mundo. His pioneering art fosters cultural understanding and has earned him prestigious awards. Su arte pionero fomenta la comprensión cultural y le ha valido prestigiosos premios. Tohi also mentors Pacific artists, furthering the impact of his work. Tohi también es mentor de artistas del Pacífico, fomentando el impacto de su obra.