Poi #2

Poi #2Original one off piece Diameter: 21cmsMaterials: Stitched on a lightweight and durable embroidery hoop with linen fabric and cotton embroidery thread. Poi: Traditionally associated as a women's artform in Mori culture however men are included in learning this beautiful skill and movement. For me the art of Poi is about self mastery, gracefulness, beauty and strength. Being brought up around kapa haka for most of my life it always makes me think of my

It was there that this print became symbolic of being like that of a mauri (energy) guardians for the home

This Pop Tiki is my most recent print to be created

'Te Atākura' refers to the peak of dawn

making us more alert and energized

Often these colours may not be seen as complimentary on their own - but when you bring them together they create an energetic and strong story to tell

Raised by my Mum alongside my Sisters

bravery and dedication

Original one off pieceDiameter: 16cmsMaterials: Stitched on a lightweight and durable embroidery hoop with linen fabric and cotton embroidery thread

Aunty & Sisters and the love I get from them also being in a Marae environment and notions of extended whānau (family) and hard work and laughter

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ko koe - It is you

Bringing together all of the colours of this print collection made me think of my upbringing and my whānau