Contemporary | Hei Toki

Toki – Samoan

This is a cool way to represent two cultures, bringing them together with the designs on one on the pounamu from the land of the other.

This toki, made from kawakawa pounamu, is for a Samoan father that now lives in NZ. This is a way to represent his mana from where he is from and the status he has there as well as connecting him to where is now lives.

The Samoan patterns are, from the top, sharks teeth to represent protection, spear heads for a fighting spirit, and at the bottom baskets for achievement.

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Classic Toki – 6cm

Very cool pounamu on this classic toki. The clouds in it give it heaps of character.

Contemporary | Koru | Meaningful Stories

Kete ō Taonga

There was so much depth and mana to this piece before I even got involved, it was a real privilege to be the one to influence and carve this design. Kath was given this piece of pounamu by friends of hers as a symbol of her connection to Aotearoa, so already this piece held significance…

Contemporary | Hei Toki | Koru | Meaningful Stories | Sets

Mana Whanau Tahi

This is a special set commissioned for a son on his 21st originally as just a toki. Mana is power, Whanau is family, and Tahi is one or unity in this case. The name of the set means powerful and strong family connection. The original idea was a toki for the son something to bless…

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Te Whenua

This is the story behind one of my recent commissions, a unique Toki carved for an exceptionally talented artist. This piece holds a special significance, as it was created for Sean Fietje a painter known for his ultra-realistic landscapes, often depicting the stunning scenery of New Zealand’s South Island. I had the opportunity to personally…

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Toki Mā

I recently completed a Toki that stands out for its unique material and appearance. This piece is carved from the rind of a Tangiwai boulder. Over time, the rind of this boulder has undergone oxidation, turning it into a striking white, a rare transformation in Pounamu. Scattered throughout the white surface are dark spots of…

Hei Toki | Roimata | Sets

Whānau Kotahi

Pounamu, also known as New Zealand greenstone, holds immense cultural significance for the Maori people. It’s a vessel of stories, emotions, and traditions that span generations. The “Whānau Kotahi” set, which translates to “Unified Family”, is a beautiful embodiment of this sentiment. This particular set of four pendants, carved for a family of four –…

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