This set of toki is made for two siblings, to have a tangible connection with each other as well as their home.
It is precious to be able to see a snapshot of the process of shaping pounamu from its rough form through to the taonga that it will be for many years to come.
The Toki pendant, named ‘Awa Atua’, draws its inspiration from the divine rivers that carve through Aotearoa, shaping the land with their relentless flow and nurturing spirit. This name, translating to ‘divine river’, beautifully encapsulates the essence of this piece—the continuous journey of life and the spiritual connection we share with nature. This Toki is…
This is a pounamu that is part of a larger set. The set was made for a childrens book that my wife created. There is one pounamu for each page of the book. The main page for this is called Sand in my toes salt in my nose and you can see all the artwork and pounamu…
This toki is made to resemble a modern day wood chisel. An ideal pendant for someone that works with their hands, as well representing leadership, courage, and strength.
This was a pendant that was made to bring two cultures together. Just as we are often born from two or more cultures, this toki represents this blending on ways of life. The toki is a symbol of leadership, authority, and mana from the maori world. The turtle is a symbol of f wisdom, endurance,…
As a lover of pounamu (New Zealand greenstone), it is always an exhilarating experience to bring a new piece to life. This toki with its light green hue intertwined with unique orange flecks, is a visual representation of the rich and diverse landscapes that New Zealand has to offer. Made from Raukaraka Pounamu, a variety…
This recent commission project held a special significance for me. It was a request for a pair of pounamu roimata (teardrop) pendants, one for a father and one for his son. The name I chose for this set, Aroha Kotahi, means “love as one” in Maori, perfectly reflecting the connection between them. The roimata design…