Aidan McNeillage is a New Zealand-born artist who completed his Master of Fine Arts (MFA) at Elam School of Fine Arts, University of Auckland in 2024. His artistic practice delves into themes of identity, memory, and the complexities of familial relationships. In his project Mean Relatives, McNeillage employs a combination of photography, video, and installation to explore the nuances of personal and collective histories. The work reflects his interest in the intersections of cultural heritage and contemporary experience, offering a poignant commentary on the ways in which family narratives shape individual identities.