Roimata Pounamu
A simple kuru with beautiful pounamu.
A simple kuru with beautiful pounamu.
A big and beautiful set for a big and beautiful kaupapa. A set of pounamu all cut from the same raw source is a significant way to represent and deepen a connection with people. This pounamu was created deep under the earth under tremendous heat and pressure. Since it cooled these pieces have laid side…
This is a large set for an extended whanau, mums, dads, sons, daughters, nieces, nephews, uncles, aunties, young and old. The pieces of pounamu we started with made their final forms obvious as roimata and tear drops. I decided to keep the similarity of form as a source of connection as well as the fact…
This was made on request of a loved one for someone that is a good friend. The roimata and koru together in this unique way totally suits them. A key feature was that the koru would be seen from end on. Kind on like a secret feature, not obvious to the casual observer. This piece…
This was a diamond in the rough. The real beauty of this piece of pounamu was only revealed when carved. A large inanga pounamu, this will be a leaving gift for a special member of a team.
This recent commission has been an incredible honour to create, especially as it is for a family friend from my childhood. The piece holds special significance, as one of their siblings is about to have her first child, and this Roimata represents the deep love and support of her large family. What makes it even…
A cool shape that I really enjoyed carving. The light honey colored lashing goes really well with the tones of this pounamu too.