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Hoi – Waka Paddle

These are a set of Pounamu Hoi, Waka Paddles. Hoi are an integral part of a waka (canoe) and the team that man that waka.

They are a strong symbolic representation of a united team that is all putting in their effort to move the ‘waka’ towards a goal.

A Hoi would be given to someone that has been a significant part of a team, contributing towards the teams goals and aspirations. It then can become a connection with that time of their life and an reminder that their contribution was important and valued.

I love the idea of Pounamu being a connection between people. The connection these represent is in the form and the meaning of kotahitanga, the unity that it symbolises.

I Love being able to see into a stone when it is translucent like this, it is like a hidden feature.

Contemporary

Kākā Beak Pounamu Taonga

Recently, I had the privilege of carving a unique 6cm Kākā Beak pendant from pale blue-green Inanga Pounamu sourced from South Westland. The stone itself was a stunning canvas, with natural tan and brown hues running through the blue-green base. These earthy tones allowed me to echo the colours of the feathers of the kākā,…

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Lotus Flower

At the heart of each piece of artwork lies a story, a significant element that breathes life and meaning into it. One such piece is a stunningly beautiful and deeply symbolic pounamu pendant, carefully carved to embody the purity of the lotus flower. Cast in the rich, translucent green hue of Kawakawa pounamu, this piece…

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Mana Wahine Tapatoru

Contemporary | Koru | Sets

Whanau ō te Ngahere

This is a set for a special whanau that connect with the ngahere/bush. they even had the analogy of a sheltering tree in their wedding vows. The fact that these are all from the same piece of pounamu as well as the connected through the theme of the ngahere is double important for this whanau….

Contemporary | Hei Toki | Koru | Porohita | Sets

Toki and Porohita- 21st Set

This is a set made for a couple that are both having a 21st this year. Two pendants that are connected by the shared designs and meaning that they hold. The design represent them and their child. Simple, effective and meaningful.

Contemporary | Roimata

Huia Feather

The huia, a now-extinct bird that was native to New Zealand, is remembered for its striking plumage and distinctive tail feathers. In Maori culture, the huia feather is a symbol of nobility, worn traditionally by high-ranking individuals. It is a physical representation of leadership and mana (prestige). Capturing this significance, an 11cm black jade carving…

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