This Roimata is carved from Aotea, a rare and beautiful stone found only in a single river valley in South Westland. At 55mm long, it has a strong and simple shape – a tapered drop that draws the eye downward, grounding the wearer. Roimata traditionally symbolises healing, release, and the flow of emotion – like…
This taonga began its life as a glassy Tangiwai pebble from the remote and rugged coastline of Anita Bay, deep in Fiordland. This is the only place in the world where this unique variety of Tangiwai – with its rare glass-like clarity – is found. I didn’t shape this piece. I didn’t need to. Its…
Te Maunga Nui is a large toki, 95mm long, carved from richly coloured Kawakawa Pounamu from South Westland. It was commissioned by a mother for her son, who also happens to be an old friend of mine. Creating a taonga for someone I’ve shared parts of life with made this piece extra special. The name,…
This commissioned set is named Hono — a word that speaks to the act of joining, connecting, and bringing together. It was created for a group of lifelong friends who recently turned 60. One of the women, now living in Aotearoa, wanted to honour her enduring connection with the other two, who remain in the…
This name draws from the Māori word hā, meaning breath or essence. It symbolises life force, grounded presence, and the deep connection to the natural world that surrounds and sustains us. This Toki is 75mm long, carved from a striking bright green Pounamu with a beautiful translucency and subtle patterning that glows in natural light….
This set of three taonga is among the most personal and moving pieces I’ve had the honour to create. Commissioned by a man who is facing the reality of terminal illness, these taonga were carved for the people he holds closest: his wife and two sons. Each piece comes from the same piece of Pounamu,…
This taonga was carved as a wedding gift from a wahine to her tāne, a symbol of deep love, commitment, and the journey they are about to walk together. I’ve named it Te Koru Tuarua – “The Second Koru” – to represent not only the twin koru forms in the design but also the second…
This is the first full-sized mere I’ve ever carved—a taonga that holds real weight, in every sense. At 36cm long and 12cm wide, this is a substantial and commanding piece. Made from deep green Kawakawa Pounamu from the Hokitika region, it is large, solid, and purposeful—carved to reflect both strength and dignity.—a taonga that holds…
Earlier this year, a mother commissioned a Roimata for her daughter—Te Puna Aroha, a pendant made to carry her love. You can read about that taonga here: https://campbellcarving.co.nz/aroha-roimata-te-puna-aroha/ Now, her daughter has commissioned a Roimata to give back to her mum—something to carry all the love and support flowing in the other direction. I’ve called…
Toa Moana – Ocean Warrior – is the name I’ve given this 8cm Pounamu Toki. It speaks to the strength and identity carried across the sea, connecting Aotearoa and Samoa. Carved from rich green Pounamu, this piece features two spearheads down the centre, symbolising courage and leadership, with rows of shark teeth along each edge…
