Pounamu Carving | Uxbridge Workshops
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Pounamu Carving
Saturday 16 November @ 9am - 4pm | $230
with Tutor Maha Tomo
In this Pounamu Carving workshop you will learn about the many practices associated with Māori arts.
You will learn the design and carving techniques needed to create your own unique Pounamu marama (moon) taonga and all in this one day workshop. You will use diamond wheels, drills, wet and dry sanding, and polishing tools, to create a Pounamu pendant under the watchful guidance of artist/tutor Maha Tomo. Once your Pounamu pendant is complete you will learn some traditional Polynesian braiding and lashing techniques to complete the pendant ready to wear. This is a contemporary Tikanga based workshop and suitable for ages 12+
Who Is the Workshop Suitable For:
This Pounamu Carving Workshop Workshop Is for Beginners Who Want to Learn How to Make a Unique and Contemporary Pounamu Taonga
What You Will Learn:
Skills in Using Hand Tools Safely
Traditional Braiding and Lashing Techniques Used in a Contemporary Manner
How to Make Your Own Taonga Pendant
What You Will Get
A Universal Cultural Experience Throughout the Day
A Completed Pounamu Pendant, Ready to Wear or Give
Your Tutor:
Maha Tomo Is and Artist/tutor and Founder for Aotearoa Bone and Stone Carving Academy Ltd
Please Note There Is No Refund or a Transfer If You Cancel less than 7 Days in Advance or Once the Class/workshop Has Started. Our Refund Policy Can Be Read in Full on Our Website.
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