Tūmanako Greenstone Sterling silver and paua jandal

Sterling silver and paua jandal earrings by New Zealand jeweller Alison Blain

Fine silver fold formed

transforming your coffee or tea break into a moment of enchantment

objects and native birds working in acrylics with layers of colour and texture to give the viewer a feeling of depth

Te Reo Māori Translation by Pānia Papa - Nā Pānia Papa ngā whakamāoritanga

Tūmanako Greenstone Sterling silver and paua jandalTmanako Hope Woven harakeke wall sculpture using the takitahi pattern (one over, one under) Approximately 300mm H x 250mm Widest After arriving in New Zealand from Switzerland and being introduced to Maori culture and art Maria McLean was fascinated by flax weaving. She learnt the basic weaving technique from her teacher Richard Kereopa. She then studied for two years under Melata Bennett at Te Wananga o Aotearoa Rotorua. Her skills further developed