Kotahitanga / Unity Tile TumblerThe Poi Dancer's graceful movements form a visual language that tells the stories of the whenua (land), tpuna (ancestors), and taiao (the natural world). The Poi is a sacred taonga (treasure) rich in symbolism and history. 160mm H x 75mm W ceramic tile The silhouette, which became popular in the 18th century as an affordable form of portraiture, is intentionally stripped back and simplified. By removing the superficial, it invites us to look beneath
silk and possum
Sterling silver match with one solid 9ct gold 'live' end and the other oxidised silver 'burnt' end
but it may have originated before him as "Nā ranga whenua"
tactile objects that blend ancient inspiration with contemporary craftsmanship
Annie Smits Sandano's botanical series was a response to an impulse to create lush hand painted gouache works on paper which referenced the iconic traditional English Liberty-style botanical illustration imagery as well as the William Morris school of design but with a contemporary feel
Hammer textured wave bangle
Phillipa loves the making process and is thrilled that she has a profession where she gets to play and experiment all day
120mm H x 60mm Lip Diameter
Carved in Rimu with copper gilding
the Glass Sputnik Urchin speaks to both marine fascination and space age curiosity
This book is a visual diary of his life and art
Special Effect with Hyacinth and Lilac Bunnies: these glasses are true to colour under daylight and incandescent bulbs
