Roimata Pounamu
A simple kuru with beautiful pounamu.
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Ngā Hononga – Connections
I recently completed a special commission using Kawakawa Pounamu from the Arahura River. This set, which I have named Ngā Hononga, meaning “The Connections,” includes a Hei Matau and a Roimata, both carved from the same deep green, very translucent piece of Pounamu. The name Ngā Hononga was chosen to emphasize the profound bond between…
Inanga Roimata Large
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.
Mokopuna Haerenga
I’m genuinely thrilled to present to you a set of seven distinctively carved pounamu pendants – The Mokopuna Haerenga, translating to the ‘Grandchildren’s Journey.’ This collection, commissioned by a loving pair of grandparents, is a testament to the celebration of family and a tribute to the journey each grandchild will undertake in life. Each pendant…
Te Rongo o te Wai
I have named this taonga Te Rongo o te Wai, meaning the peace of the water. This name speaks to the calm and stillness that water can bring, and the role this piece is intended to play for its wearer. It was created as something to be held, turned over in the hands, and returned…
Roimata Rangimārie
There’s a profound sense of tranquility, an almost sacred bond that forms when we engage in the age-old practice of carving. It’s a process where one not only shapes a physical object but also carves out a personal journey of understanding and connection. My recent endeavour, the crafting of a pounamu roimata, or a tear-shaped…
Wide Roimata – A Father & Son Collaboration
This taonga is more than just a carving—it marks a moment in time, a step in my son’s journey as a carver. He chose the Pounamu, shaped the form, and put in the hard work sanding and polishing. My role was simply to guide when needed, offering advice and support as he brought his vision…
