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Born and raised in Te Wairoa, Northern Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, my childhood revolved around riding horses, hunting, fishing, and loving the land. This connection to the natural world is evident in my work, which brings together elements from Aotearoa’s natural environment in a unique and evocative way.

Now spending my time between our homes in Te Wairoa and Rotorua, New Zealand, I draw on the knowledge and creativity inherited from my ancestors to bring creations to life in a modern style, while honoring traditional Māori weaving techniques and protocols. My work has been featured internationally in galleries and across the country as solo exhibitions and in collaboration with other artists. It is an honor to be a life member of Toi Iho, which stands as the mark of excellence in mahi toi (Māori art work).