“My artwork is a form of expression, activism, creativity, and (re)imagination, and with that I hope to share stories, create understanding and honour my cultures. ”
Current Pieces
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Current Pieces -
Inspired by Hinetitama's departure to Rarohenga (Private collection)
Inspired by the playful winds of Tawhirimatea (Private collection)
Inspired by the children of Tangaroa (Private collection)
Inspired by Maui's endeavours (If interested - please contact)
Inspired by Hine-nui-te-pō (private collection)
As an artist, my creative journey began during year 10 and year 11 at Sacred Heart College in Lower Hutt, Wellington, Aotearoa. Although I stepped away from painting for many years, a memorable experience in 2020—a wine and sip event—rekindled my passion for the craft. That moment reminded me of the joy, presence, and love I hold for painting. Since then, I have created several artworks and am eagerly preparing to showcase my pieces in various exhibitions throughout the coming year.
I am deeply inspired by storytelling, especially narratives rooted in Māori culture, and my style leans towards the abstract. I warmly welcome the opportunity to collaborate on commissioned works for whānau and businesses, bringing meaningful stories to life through my art.
Atua Wāhine ki te rangi
- Coming soon
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Atua Wāhine ki te rangi - Coming soon -
Atua Wāhine ki te Rangi
Atua Wāhine ki te Rangi is a four-piece artistic and educational tribute dedicated to the female Māori deities who reside within the celestial realm. The collection celebrates these powerful figures, highlighting their cultural significance and enduring connection to the sky. Story circles for tamariki, women, and the broader community will be held to share knowledge of te Ao Māori (the Māori world) and its relevance in contemporary times.
The showcasing is located at Mt Albert Community Library, 84 St Lukes Road, Mount Albert, Auckland and will be showcasing the pieces from 17 June - 17 July 2026. At this time, you are invited to attend story circles, specifically:
Saturday 20th June 2026 - Community story circle - 3.30 - 4.30 pm,
Sunday 28th June 2026 - Women story circle - 1.00 - 2.00 pm,
Saturday 4th July 2026 - Tamariki Time story circle - 11.00 - 12.00 pm.
Centred across a combination of two pūrākau of well known Atua Wāhine, Hine-raumati & Hine-takurua - Te Rā’s wives, Hine-te-iwaiwa (Deity of childbirth, weaving and the moon, Hinepūkohurangi - Mist maiden, and Hinerauamoa - first female element.
Hine-raumati & Hine-takurua (The Seasonal Wives)
These two deities represent the solar cycle and the changing seasons through their relationship with Te Rā (the Sun).
Hine-raumati (The Summer Maid): She dwells on land and is the guardian of the forest and cultivated foods. Her presence is felt in the heat of summer and the shimmering "haka of Tāne-rore" (the heat haze).
Hine-takurua (The Winter Maid): She dwells on the ocean, associated with the bounty of the sea and the longer nights of winter. Together, these sisters dictate the migration of Te Rā as he moves between his summer and winter homes.
Hine-te-iwaiwa (Deity of Childbirth, Weaving, and the Moon)
Hine-te-iwaiwa is perhaps the most significant deity for women’s arts. She is the principal goddess of Te Whare Pora (The House of Weaving) and the protector of childbirth. Her connection to the moon links her to the natural cycles of women and the tides, embodying wisdom, patience, and the preservation of traditional knowledge.
Hinepūkohurangi (The Mist Maiden)
Hinepūkohurangi is the personification of mist and fog. In many traditions, she is a celestial being who descended from the heavens. She is famously known for her role in the origins of the Ngāi Tūhoe people, symbolizing the ethereal, the unseen, and the protective shroud that connects the earth to the sky.
Hinerauāmoa (The First Female Element)
Hinerauāmoa is often described as te uha—the essential female element. In many narratives, she is a celestial being (sometimes identified as a small star) whom Tāne-nui-a-rangi sought out to bring life and humanity into the world. She is frequently cited as the mother of Hine-te-iwaiwa, representing the foundational spark of female creative energy and the light that followed the separation of Ranginui and Papatūānuku.