Te Pūtake translates as The Source or The Origin. This Hei Tiki was commissioned by a fellow kaiwhakairo pounamu as a reminder of where he comes from and the journey he is beginning. His father was a respected pounamu carver who no longer works the stone, and this taonga represents the next chapter of that…
This pair of Tangiwai Hei Toki began as a single stone held by one whānau for decades. Before these stones were passed on through future generations, the decision was made to transform them into taonga that could continue that journey through the people who would wear them. One Hei Toki was created for her son,…
Te Koru Ora translates to “The Living Koru” or “The Koru of Life.” The name reflects the kaupapa behind this commission — growth, renewal, and the continuation of life through changing seasons. This taonga was carved to reconnect with a piece of Pounamu that had carried decades of meaning, memories, and connection to Aotearoa. The…
There is something understated and powerful about wearing taonga in a formal setting. These cufflinks were carved for a tāne who wanted a connection to Pounamu that could be worn with a suit or dress shirt, carried into important moments, celebrations, and milestones in life. We spent a long time selecting the right piece of…
Te Toka Pūmau means “the enduring stone” or “the grounding stone,” reflecting the role of the central display piece within this set of taonga. All three pieces were carved from a single cobble of Inanga Pounamu, keeping them permanently connected through the same source stone and the same natural history formed within Te Wai Pounamu….
Te Pou Whakaruruhau — a name that speaks to both strength and protection. “Te Pou” refers to a pillar, a central support that holds others up, while “Whakaruruhau” means shelter or a place of safety. Together, the name reflects a man who stands as a pillar for others, and a taonga created to offer him…
This taonga is a 65mm whai (stingray) carved from stone gathered from the Rakahuri (Ashley River) in North Canterbury. It carries a strong sense of place, shaped not just by the stone itself, but by the connection the recipient has to that river, to Maukatere, and to the wider Hurunui landscape. The stone is a…
This pair of Pounamu earrings was carved as a leaving gift for a valued member of an organisation, marking their time, contribution, and the connections they carry forward. Each piece is 40mm long and shaped in a wide Roimata form, giving them a strong but balanced presence when worn. The stone is highly translucent, with…
This taonga is a small but powerful expression of growth, renewal, and personal identity. I’ve named it Te Koru Iti, meaning “the small koru,” reflecting both its physical size and the quiet strength it carries. The koru is a deeply significant form in Māori culture, symbolising new beginnings, ongoing growth, and the unfolding of life….
This is a Mere Pounamu I carved from a slice of Raukaraka Pounamu that was given to me by a mate. He already owns a Mere, and the idea with this one was to create a replica in a different type of Pounamu so the two could be compared side by side. Same form, same…
