This piece is my representation of a poi āwhiowhio, which is a whistling gourd. Hue have many magical powers and uses which include connecting us to the spiritual realm through their song.
Materials: Acrylic, board
Diameter: 400 mm
Brand
Hikurangi Edwards
Hikurangi Edwards is a Wellington-based kaiwhakairo peita (paint carver). Drawing from her rich whakapapa, she skillfully hand-carves traditional Māori designs into layers upon layers of paint. A technique she refers to as mahi whakairo peita, a modern play on the traditional whakairo art form.She continues to balance whānau life, her professional role and creative practice. Carving out time and paint to share her art and stories with the world. She aims to delve further into creative realms, building connections and nurturing a future sustained by her practice.
Poi Āwhiowhio
$1,150.00
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Description
Title: Poi Āwhiowhio
Artist: Hikurangi Edwards
Iwi: Ngāruahine, Ngāti Porou, Te Whānau ā Apanui, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kauwhata
Description: Painting
This piece is my representation of a poi āwhiowhio, which is a whistling gourd. Hue have many magical powers and uses which include connecting us to the spiritual realm through their song.
Materials: Acrylic, board
Diameter: 400 mm
Brand
Hikurangi Edwards
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