This piece was created with a deep appreciation for the connections and stories that taonga carry through generations. Standing at 55mm tall, it features an intricate design of flowing koru, fully carved on both sides, symbolising growth, unity, and the intertwining paths of life. Carved from beautiful inanga Pounamu, the stone reveals classic pale green…
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…
Recently, I had the privilege of sharing my workshop with Paul, a father of one of my close friends. Paul had been fossicking for pounamu on the beaches of the West Coast and arrived with an incredible collection of serpentine pounamu in a stunning array of colours and qualities. His excitement was contagious as he…
10cm Roimata carved from Raukaraka Pounamu. This elegant piece features a pale green hue accented with soft orange patterning, capturing the gentle yet striking beauty of the stone. With a feature hole at the top and a carefully braided honey-white cord, Rau Kawea is a taonga of refined simplicity and deep meaning. The Roimata, or…
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…
This Pounamu bracelet that combines craftsmanship and symbolism. The bracelet features two handmade beads, each carved from distinct types of Pounamu. One bead is deep green Kawakawa Pounamu, known for its rich tones and grounding energy, while the other is bright green Kahurangi Pounamu, celebrated for its rarity, clarity, and spiritual lightness. Both beads were…
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…
For a milestone 60th birthday, I was honoured to create a unique Pounamu carving set commissioned for a mother-in-law. This special set, named Puna Hauora, symbolises the Spring of Life she provides for her family—a source of nurturing, strength, and connection. The centrepiece of the set is a 7cm-wide Porohita disc pendant. The Porohita, or…
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…
