Toki Whau
A Whau is a small toki that is made for chisel type work. More delicate or intricate carving, where the toki is for removing material and making a general shape.
This toki whau is made from deep kawa kawa pounamu.
A Whau is a small toki that is made for chisel type work. More delicate or intricate carving, where the toki is for removing material and making a general shape.
This toki whau is made from deep kawa kawa pounamu.
My Grandfather passed away earlier this year. He was almost 80 years old, his lungs started to fail him and he couldn’t keep his body running any more. He was a much loved member of our family and there is still a huge gap he has left behind. I made these pieces because of him….
“Te Hononga Manawa”, our Heart Connection Set, where these Kawakawa Pounamu Toki carved tells a story of unity that binds the hearts of whānau. This unique set, embodying a parent and child’s lifelong bond, is a testament to the enduring ties that Pounamu can represent. Crafted from the same stone, these Toki pendants are a…
Gorgeous cloud patterning in this toki. Some orange colouring coming through that looks like totoweka or raukaraka pounamu. The modern Hei Toki, often worn around the neck as a pendant, represents foremost strength, authority, and leadership. It is can also a symbol of power, courage, wisdom, determination, self-control, and focus.
Blending cultures is an awesome thing. It can be difficult to honor and respect the two sides of who you are or where you come from and where you are now. This is one way it can be done. The five spear heads down the middle traditionally symbolise strength, prosperity, and providing for family. In…
In the realm of traditional carving, every piece has its own tale to tell, a story that interweaves art, symbolism, and deep-rooted culture. Today, I am excited to unveil two exquisite pieces from my collection, carefully hand-carved from a unique slice of pounamu, or New Zealand greenstone. Both hailing from the same stone, these two…