Hikurangi Edwards, Poi Awhiowhio

Description

Hikurangi Edwards
Poi Awhiowhio
Acrylic on board
400 x 400 mm
$1195

Hikurangi Edwards (Ngāruahine, Ngāti Porou, Te Whānau-Ā-Apanui & Ngāpuhi) 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 evolution of whakairo (carving). 
Her artworks are rich in koru that organically curve like the rolling waves washing up on our shores. The contrasting hues and are deeply rooted in Māori storytelling. The depth inviting you to connect with the past, present and future. 
Hikurangi continues to balance her professional role, family life with her husband and two young boys, and her creative practice. Carving out time and paint to share her art and stories with the world.