Pounamu Marama Workshop

Learn about the practices associated with Māori arts whilst creating a marama (moon) taonga in this 1-day workshop. Using Diamond wheels, drills, wet and dry sanding, and polishing tools, participants will get to create a Marama pendant. Traditional Polynesian braiding and lashing techniques will complete the pendant ready to wear in this contemporary Tikanga based workshop. Maximum of 12 participants.

Lunch and light refreshments are provided.

Participants will gain a skill set of using light hand tools safely and lashing techniques.
Participants will gain a universal cultural experience.
Participants will learn how to finish and polish pounamu jewellery.
Participants will complete a Marama pendant.