5cm Traditional Toki
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Conference Set Toki and Kuru
These three pieces were made for speakers at a conference. I love the colours in the flower jade kuru. The tokis are super long and based on old functional designs that are now displayed in museums and books as historical examples. The photos on the black seem a bit overexposed and bright with really strong…
Toki – Samoan
This is a cool way to represent two cultures, bringing them together with the designs on one on the pounamu from the land of the other. This toki, made from kawakawa pounamu, is for a Samoan father that now lives in NZ. This is a way to represent his mana from where he is from…
Nga Hei Toki – Father and Son
Pounamu from the same source is an awesome way to show a strong bond and connection between people. I was very proud to be asked to make this set for a father and son. The son is still under 5 so a small toki was needed for him, and his father is over 7 foot…
Te Matarau o Tangiwai
I’m excited to unveil my latest carving, a small yet exquisite toki named “Te Matarau o Tangiwai”. This piece holds a special significance for me, not only for its beauty but also for the symbolism behind its name and the stone it’s crafted from. In traditional Māori culture, the toki (adze) represented strength, craftsmanship, and…
9cm Flower Jade Toki
In the realm of pounamu carving, there’s a story that unfolds – a tale of transition and transformation, born from the heart of the earth and ultimately brought to life in the hands of the carver. This narrative begins with a unique stone known as the ‘flower jade’ or putiputi pounamu from the Marsden region,…
Te Whenua
This is the story behind one of my recent commissions, a unique Toki carved for an exceptionally talented artist. This piece holds a special significance, as it was created for Sean Fietje a painter known for his ultra-realistic landscapes, often depicting the stunning scenery of New Zealand’s South Island. I had the opportunity to personally…