Tapatoru Whanau, Triangle and Family
This piece is a nice way to connect a mother with her whanau.
The koru in the middle represent the members of her whanau and come together in a manawa or heart shape for the aroha between these people.
Similar Posts
Te Ara – The Path – Toki
This Toki is full of significance and meaning. A 21st gift for a young man that is loved and cares for others. The main concepts are of the toki itself to represent the leadership and courage it takes to stand up and be yourself. The wave on the front represents the outdoors as well as…
Kaha – Pounamu Pendant
It was an honor and privilege to create this taonga. When I was first contacted about making this, the kaupapa behind was very moving and it is exactly what pounamu is about for me. This is a gift for a young woman. She tragically lost her 12 year old sister a few years ago to…
Turangawaewae
Pounamu is often used as a way of connecting with Aotearoa and with home. That is what this set is about. This is a double koru that goes across all three pieces. It represents the different paths we take and how they all lead to or start from the same center, home. Pounamu from Aotearoa…
Manawanui – Heart
The heart is a strong symbol of love. This one even more so as it has the Chinese symbol for love carved into the surface. Also with a fern carved on the back to strengthen the links with Aotearoa. This is a gorgeous piece of kawakawa pounamu from the Kaniere stream area, that shows some…
Three Baskets of Knowledge
I have the immense pleasure of sharing a story that is as speical as it is meaningful. It is the tale of a Taonga Pounamu, carved from the heart of South Westland, New Zealand, and carved into a symbol that carries the weight of centuries-old wisdom – the Three Baskets of Knowledge. This unique piece…
Rau Aroha
This Pounamu pendant, named Rau Aroha, offers a glimpse into the heart of New Zealand’s artistic heritage. Carved from pipiwharauroa pounamu, this 6cm free-form piece captures attention with its subtle interplay with light. Rau Aroha translates to ‘leaf of love,’ mirroring the pendant’s natural silhouette and the warm intentions behind its creation and gifting. Unlike…