The rustling of bamboo clinking in the late afternoon breeze. The young Ailuropoda melanoleuca (Giant Panda) sits contemplating reality.

Paper Pal 001 is an experiential extension of Ben Pearce’s 2022 sculpture series #PaperPalsAotearoa exhibited outside Te Papa Tongarewa until 2024.

Environments created and produced by Rupert Enberg @enbergstudio Auckland, New Zealand.

NFTs made in collaboration with @NFTInc, Auckland New Zealand

NFT production endorsed by the Wellington Sculpture Trust in conjunction with the Colin Post Trust. Thanks to Nick, Sue, Kelly, Laura, Elliot, Rupert, Charles and Emma.

Audio credit: Tessa Elieff