NZ Weka is a freestanding carving measuring 270mm H x 400mm L x 125mm W.
Carved from Tupelo wood, feathers are pyrography burned, with the addition of brass legs and feet, covered with epoxy, then carved with fine detail, glass eyes and painted with Acrylic paints.
"Milky Way" Cypress old growth Burled bowl, turned nice and thin with 4mm walls with recessed inverted rim, very light in weight as if it was floating in space. Danish oiled then Carnauba hard wax buffed, 270mm diam x 80mmH
This bowl is made of Puriri wood (Vitex lucens). It has a 220mm diameter and a height of 90mm. It is finished with Danish oil.
A flared top bowl in Black Maire turned to display the interesting colours & grain. Finish: Danish Oil. Dimensions: 190mm wide x 85mm high.
A large platter of spectacular Agathis australis. The grain refulgence and a smooth simple shape are left to speak for themselves. Waxed and buffed. Plywood stand. 505 x 505 x 28mm
Yemenite styled Shofar sculptured from NZ native Black Maire and Rata. A relief carved sword (narrow end) gives it a focus as an instrument with a purpose. Measuring 1600mm long and 180mm thick. Finished with several coats of Danish oil.
Fresh Oak, turned to 3mm, encouraged to move and bend to create a fashion statement. The Fascinator is pierced and painted Antique White to create a wearable piece of art. Size 260 x 230mm. Stand Black Maire 300 x 65mm.
This coaster was designed for personal daily use. It captures the fluid movement of Chinese traditional auspicious cloud patterns - a symbol of blessing & harmony. Hand-carved black walnut and finished with hardwax oil. Dimenton: 14.6 in diameter and 1cm in depth.
Tulip lamp, base turned out of Pohutukawa, leaves light coloured veneer, bulbs Magnolia. Overall height 510mm, vase alone 210 with diameter 280.
The root of a Takanini swamp kauri. Carbon dating of other logs from this area ages them at 1290 years BP. Finished with Haarlem Danish oil. Size 310 wide and 30mm thick.
Made from the following timber:- Pin Oak, Mahogany, Tasmanian Black-wood, and Purple Heart. Size:- 365 x 320 x 28 mm. Finish:- Gillys Chopping Board Oil.
Black maire sphere 62mm diameter with pohutukawa slides that extend 15mm either side when moved back and forth. Finished with Fiddes wax.
A combination of modern Japanese minimalism and the lines found in historic Japanese architecture. 100% Solid American Cherry with hand-shaped black Ash & Brass accents. Rubio Pure, Pre-colour Intense Black & black hardwax oil finish. 1843mmH x 1178mmW x 570mmD
Mantarraya occasional table inspired by movement of a manta ray. Made from Saligna and Maple, its sculptural curves create a sense of balance and motion. The table measures 620mm wide, 650mm height with a glass top revealing the joinery beneath.
Solid and laminated Maple and Walnut, Yellow Cedar, and Birdseye maple veneer, some wedged joints. Osmo oil and coloured waxes. Music desk is height adjustable and tilts, accomplished with discreet wedges. Strong, light and open form. Music Stand 640x560x1,500mm
Blackwood back bow steam bent, spindles made with drawknife and spokeshave, arm posts, undercarriage and legs turned, seat carved from Fijian mahogany using adze, scorp, travisher and scrapers, tooled surfaces unsanded, Danish oil finish. 970mm high, seat 470 x 520.
Ngaru explores curvature through a flowing, sculptural form inspired by movement in nature. For an entranceway or hallway, a surface for keys and objects while adding character and movement to the space. Rimu, Oak. 1200L × 170H × 170D mm.
Shell and fossil hunts from the tide line. These stacked pebbles and ammonite are whitewashed with osmo oil and white pigment. Woods: Chestnut, Oak, Elm and an Ash tabletop with Nautilus shells in a resin inlay. 470mm high, 380mm diameter.
"Horcrux" Is this Lord Voldemort's secret 8th Horcrux? Where is the fragment of Lord Voldemort's soul now? 420mm(16.5")W x 220mm(8.5")H, carved/torched Japanese Cedar with Black Walnut burl wings, oiled and sealed off with several Polyurethane coats.
"Devils Brew" Carved/Textured old growth large Cypress form depicting a demonic vessel of the underworld, to encourage imagination, pick up and feel or leave well alone? Danish oiled and sealed with several coats of satin Lacquer 340mm(13.5")H x 240mm(9.5)diam.
Turned from quilted Eucalyptus “firewood!” To achieve this piece, I needed to turn it on two axes, so I could line up the centre of the vessel, due to the wings being on two planes. H260mm W85mm D90mm
"Mollusc" Carved/textured Japanese Cedar to represent a shell of a decayed fictional Mollusc. Using the Cedar's natural colour Danish oiled then sealed with several coats of satin lacquer, 280mm(11")H x 120mm(5")at the widest point.
Inspired by the ferns growing around my fishpond with the colours of the garden reflected in the sparkling water. Rimu, Paua shell, Textured, Interference paint. Mirotone 3241. 115mm x 90mm
Cherry vessel and plate. The round-bottomed vessel fits into the concave base and can be positioned at different angles for display. 270mm × 210mm × 230mm.
Made from Pohutukawa (New Zealand Xmas Tree). 300 x110mm. A favourite wood to turn, the form reaching for the sky and the addition of carving in 3 d detail makes the work come alive.
Maccrocarpa, turned and carved joined with mult axis center ring. Finished with Candy Apple red over black base. Inner boxes are Macrocarpa burl finished in satin gloss lacquer. Center finial in semi gloss black for handling 185mm high x 130mm wide.
This piece of Totara started off as my multi-axis demo at the May 2026 NAW Wood Expo. Someone mentioned that they looked like eggcups, so I decided to create tops for an impression of colourful, textured eggs. H75mm W140mm D130mm
Japanese Inro (Box) and Ojime (Bead) in ebonised Walnut with shellac finish 60x35x110mm. Netsuke in boxwood with oil finish. The Inro was used in Japan as a pocket, and the Netsuke as a counterweight through the sash of a kimono.
"Poseidon’s Cache" Caved/Textured old growth Cypress Urn depicting one of Poseidon's mythical possessions , three dimensionally carved body to form a sealed vessel not pierced, natural Cypress heartwood, colour oiled and sealed with several coats of Lacquer 320mm(12.5")H x 220mm(8.5")diam
New Zealand Monoao and Queen Ebony meet in a softly rounded vessel. The dark, sail like finial rises above flowing grain, expressing my journey between Africa and Aotearoa. 195mm height x 125mm wide.
Spalting draws coastlines across the rounded vessel, as though a forgotten world were held within the Timber. A Black-Ebony finial rises like a compass needle, pointing towards the unknown. 150mm height x 110mm wide.
A lidded trinket box in Puriri & Ebony. The lid representing a drop of rain falling into a puddle. Finish: Danish Oil. Dimensions: 100mm wide x 110mm high.
Red Beech burl. Eye Candy to a woodturner at its best. Turned to one of my signature shapes with an added band to the rim to draw the eye. Sits on 3 feet to show off glorious grain and form. 280 x 110 x 3mm
Red Mallee Burl. Turned so that the underside can be appreciated in its natural form. The delicate gum leaves have been meticulously carved to further enhance the depth of the 3 picture framed trio of bowls. 300 x 260x 80mm
Turned from NZ grown Blackwood with textured Rimu base. Starting with only a partial piece of wood, the tricky challenge was to turn it to showcase the small burls on top, framing the heartwood. Dimensions 190mm tall x 150mm diameter
Jacaranda vessel, carved & embellished with pyrography, acrylic and interference paint. Inspired by textures, colours & patterning of organic lifeforms. 170mm W x 130mm H.
Pepper tree burl. Turned and hollowed wet so that the surface resembles a potato chip. This would showcase well in a home's foyer. A hint of bronze to the edges of voids further enhances the eye candy. 500 x 280
Vessel made from Ancient Kauri with a natural opening on the side, offering a glimpse into ancient history. 170mm x 310mm
Japanese Cedar, turned, carved, embellished to represent the mythical Giant Pearl protected by its crown of thorn's. Pearl is 100mm Kauri sphere with multiple coats of silk pearl resin, stand is natural burled Cypress, all oiled and Lacquer sealed, 500mm(20")diam x 420mm(16.5)H
California Quail sculpture is carved from Tupelo wood. A smooth carving with minor texture on some feather edges, painted with Acrylic paint. The rocks are carved from Poplar and legs are brass and epoxy. 250mmH x 200mmL x 170mmW
Vessel made using open segment construction, comprising 1392 pieces of Maple, Rimu and Purpleheart. Pattern inspired by a Tom Lohman design. Finished with polyurethane. Dimensions 230mm wide and 155mm high.
Turned and carved from one piece of Totara. The hollow heads have a wall thickness around 3mm. The pyrography texture is painted with iridescent acrylic paint and a lacquer finish. The wood is finished with haarlem oil. H340mm W270mm D80mm
Oregon, brass rod and Silky oak, painted and lacquered. A balance between dramatic woodgrain, complimentary and contrasting colours, organic and geometric shapes. Bone dry 100-year-old recycled Oregon turned to 4mm. 190 x 120 x 75mm.
Maple, Rewa Rewa, Usage Orange, Copper Wire, Magnolia dried leaf; random branches. Multi Axis turned, carved, pyrography, Bandsawn profiling and shape, and waterbased dyes. Finish - Resin (Leaves) and Satin lacquer.460mm highx 250mm wide x 300mm deep.
Turned on three axes, with the outer surfaces of the vessels textured with pyrography, then painted with iridescent acrylic paint and a gloss lacquer finish. The inside of the vessels are painted with iridescent gold paint. H90mm W140mm D130mm
This sculpture, Chukor is a smooth carving with minimal feather texturing. The wood is Tupelo and the rocks are carved Poplar, finished with Acrylic paint, glass eyes and 200mm H x 250mm L x 220mm W.
I am told embellishing the inside of a bowl is difficult, "no pain no gain". Liquid Bloom 3 is my 3rd attempt and the first inside a bowl. Birch, 21.5cm long 10cm high, paints are acrylic then acrylic lacquer.
Ancient Kauri 300 x 200 x 5mm that has been carved with overlaying leaves with such detail the leaves appear to move as you view the piece from all around. Turning the bowl over reveals a oasis as found on the forest floor.
Unknown Burl/knot wood turned with wings and feet. Monstera leaves and bark-like texture behind leaves. Turned, Carved, pyrography, acrylic colour and guilders paste, Spray lacquer - finish. 350mm wide x 75mm high, bowl - 170mm across x 63mm deep.
A lightweight, thin walled bowl with a pyrography centrepiece. It is painted in acrylics to resemble a Mayan ceramic work. 180 x 38 high. The finish is lacquer.
"Echinoidea" Carved/textured old growth Cypress bowl with a sea urchin shell theme, natural colour, oiled, sealed with several coats of satin lacquer. 270mm(10.5")diam x 115mm(4.5")H
Ancient Kauri The leaves are individually carved and due to the depth of detail appear to move when the bowl is viewed from different angles. Sitting on three feet gives the work has lift a new favourite work 260 x 120 x 3mm
"Wild Honey" Tasmanian Blackwood Platter carved to resemble a natural wild Honeycomb disc, turned nice and thin 4mm, natural colour, Danish oiled and sealed with several coats of satin lacquer, 370mm(14.5")diam x 50mm(2")H
Once turned camphor laurel (Camphora officinarum) platter. Three hand carved ball feet. Pure Danish oil (tung oil & citrus thinners), carnauba wax. 430 mm diameter, 80 mm high.
The two different shades of leather, woven around the edge of this platter, enhance the rich colours in the wood. The weaving portrays the interwoven lives around us: family, friends, neighbourhood and community. Finished with beeswax. 385mm x 40mm.
NZ Weka is a freestanding carving measuring 270mm H x 400mm L x 125mm W.
Carved from Tupelo wood, feathers are pyrography burned, with the addition of brass legs and feet, covered with epoxy, then carved with fine detail, glass eyes and painted with Acrylic paints.
5000 year old Swamp Kauri resurrected from a peat swamp in Papakura. The sacred awakening from earth to the light teaches us about hope, growth and starting fresh. Solid granite plinth. Polished natural wax finish. 85cmW X 75cmH X 20cmD
Ruby Throated Hummingbirds were carved using Tupelo wood, brass for the branch and leaves, glass eyes, painted with Acrylic paints and the natural wood on the bottom of the base is Teak. 400mm H x 150mm L x 220mm W.
One piece of Red Beech that had multiple burs over is length. Turned on multiple centres to cup shaped flowers and to remove the bulk in-between. Inspiration from the majestic Rata Vine. 850 high x 300 wide x 180 deep.
Hand carved with mallet and chisels on totara, carved area showing unsanded chisel marks with outside area sanded and finished with rimu Briwax. 700mm long x 250 high x 35 thick
This piece was hand carved with mallet and chisels on a 40mm thick slab of totara, the only area sanded is around carving with the other areas showing natural chisel marks. It is finished with rimu briwax. 900mm wide, 290 high, 40 thick.
Inspired by Picasso’s cubist painting. Contrasting timbers laminated then multiple bandsaw cuts and glue-ups to form the wall image of a flamenco dancer. Repeat Immersion in mineral oil for weeks, to ensure stabilisation and a durable result. 490x305x14mm.
Carved in Oak. Finish Daish oil. 480mm x 230mm x 25mm
That moment just before the wave breaks... Carved from a single block of macrocarpa offcut. The wood grain beautifully follows the flow and direction of the breaking wave. 300mmL x 150mmW x 130mmH
Leaf wood is kauri, the base wood is unknown. Finished in Danish oil. Diameter 230mm, height 95mm.
A combination of modern Japanese minimalism and the lines found in historic Japanese architecture. 100% Solid American Cherry with hand-shaped black Ash & Brass accents. Rubio Pure, Pre-colour Intense Black & black hardwax oil finish. 1843mmH x 1178mmW x 570mmD
A leaf and seeds fall on stones; symbolising the continuation of life. Carvings are from a single block of kauri and are seated on a base of recycled totora. Finish Danish oil. 250mm x 420mm x 100mm
Partially lathe turned and partially hand-whittled. Inspired by the traditional Māori Pikorua (twist) pattern which represents the eternal connection of two paths. The last photo indicated the making progress. Wood unkown, finished with traditional wax. Dimention: 23cm L x 2cm W and 1.2cm the widest part.
