This large set of Kawakawa Pounamu taonga features a 95mm Toki and a 95mm Roimata, both showcasing stunning cloudy patterning within a rich, deep green stone. These taonga were carefully crafted from a large boulder, and their creation journey—from the first cut through to the final carving—has been documented in a video that I’ve included…
Recently, I had the privilege of carving a unique and deeply meaningful set of taonga Pounamu for a father and his three children. This set, which I’ve named Ngā Hononga Whakakaha (Strengthening Bonds), symbolises the unbreakable connection between them, despite the challenges of living in different countries. These taonga represent love, strength, and the effort…
Creating a set of taonga Pounamu is always a meaningful journey, and this set, named Whakamānawa, holds a deep significance. The name, meaning “to honour,” reflects the bond shared by this family of five and the privilege of crafting these pieces from a single slice of Totoweka Pounamu. Totoweka Pounamu gets its striking name, meaning…
Hine Toka, an 11cm Toki carved from Douglas Creek Pounamu, a stone of unmatched beauty and depth. This piece features a stunning interplay of deep dark greens, bright forest greens, and white patterning, creating a visual narrative as rich as the whenua it comes from. The Toki is finished with a white lashing and a…
I had the honour of carving this 7cm Samoan-inspired Toki from beautiful Kawakawa Pounamu, sourced from the Arahura River. This piece is a heartfelt and meaningful gift, rich with symbolism, for a man who carries the strength and pride of both Samoan and Māori cultures. This Toki features five spearheads carved down the middle, representing…
For a Tahitian man passionate about the outdoors and the beauty of his country’s atolls, I crafted a custom Toki, named Toki Moana, while a simple name it is heavy with meaning. This piece was designed to reflect his adventurous spirit and love for nature’s rugged beauty, while also being practical and comfortable for daily…
Some taonga carry not just the beauty of the stone but also the weight of deep familial connections. This set of three taonga, named He Aho Whānau, was created from a single block of Pounamu gifted to my customer by his father, who has since passed. The stone was already precious, filled with memories and…
This stunning statement piece is an 85mm-long Toki carved from deep green Kawakawa Pounamu sourced from the Hokitika area. Known for its rich, deep colouring, Kawakawa Pounamu has always carried a sense of strength and beauty, making it the perfect pounamu for this taonga. The Toki was commissioned as a heartfelt gift from a wahine…
Some stones carry with them an extraordinary story, and this agate from Kaitorete Spit near Taumutu in Canterbury is one of those treasures. It’s the finest agate I’ve ever found, and I was fortunate to capture the moment of discovery on video—an experience I’ve shared in the accompanying footage. The stone is truly remarkable. Its…
Creating this set of Pounamu has been a truly special journey, and it feels only fitting to name it Te Ara Kōhatu, which translates to The Journey of the Stone. This name reflects not only the path the Pounamu has taken—from being discovered by the customer to being shaped into these four pieces—but also the…