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Aroha Heart and Earrings
Gorgeous set made from the same slice of pounmau.
Always cool to see some of the process from where the pounamu started to what it is now.
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Tatau Pounamu – Unbroken Bond
I had the privilege of carving a special set of Pounamu, named Tatau Pounamu, commissioned by a father for himself and his children. “Tatau Pounamu” translates to “The Unbroken Bond,” symbolising the unbreakable connection between the father and his children, who live with their mother. Despite the distance, these pendants serve as a reminder of…
Toki Aroha
Beautiful pounamu taonga with a beautiful kaupapa of Aroha.
Wairua Tahi – One Spirit
This exquisite pounamu set features three small toki pendants, each carved from the same bright green piece of pounamu. The set has been specially created to represent the connection between three members of a whanau, symbolizing the spiritual bond that ties them together. For the whanau who received this pounamu set, it holds immense significance…
Whanaungatanga – Whakapapa
This set is designed for the pure purpose of connection. Connection with immediate whanau and with those that went before. The two middle pieces are for the parents in this whanau. The two notches on the sides of their toki are for their two boys. The three lines are to show the link with their…
Maramatanga Ruru
The ruru, or morepork, holds a special place in the heart of Aotearoa’s natural world. As a nocturnal guardian, it embodies wisdom, intuition, and the mysteries of the night. This small but powerful bird is often associated with protection, guidance, and the ability to see through darkness – qualities embodied in the Māori concept of…
Waka Hoi Pounamu
I’m excited to share the story behind a special commission piece, the Waka Hoi Pounamu. This pendant was crafted for a distinguished leader transitioning from their role in an organisation, symbolising their journey and the legacy they leave behind. The Waka Hoi Pounamu, resembling a waka (canoe) paddle, embodies the essence of leadership and direction….