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Black Maire in one piece with ebony finial.  An arch with catenary vessel that appears suspended in the air.  Basket weave texture has been embossed on the vessel to give the impression of separate parts   180mm long.

 Large Ancient Kauri Bowl sourced from Takanini which has a richness and chatoyance that a photo doesn't do any justice.  280mm dia.  Almost too nice to use for those summer salads.

Rata flowers provide food for the native Fantail as it draws insects to the sweet nectar in the flowers.  The family of three fantail carved on this vessel is inspired by watching the hyper-activity of these birds.  250mm high.

In Māori, 'koru' means fold, loop or coil. It is also the name of a curled shoot, on a ponga tree for example. The associations of this word include new life, regeneration, continuation, whole, one, growth and peace. 140mm dia.

Mallee Burl that has been enhanced by the delicate leaves carved  on the extended wings.  280mm across.  Sitting on three feet.  A one in a million piece of wood that has been crafted with the respect it deserves. 

Coolabah Burl that wills the viewer to study the unique grain patterns. The beads turned inside draw the eye into the depths of the bowl like looking into a pond  280mm wide. A unique piece  Would grace any palatial home. 

Matai 300mm diameter platter that has a warm glow along with chatoyance. Sourced from banks of the Waikato River where the river meets the sea.  How many years has this been floating before arriving at its final resting place. 

This multi-axis work has been turned to symbolise a canoe used to bring food on the great voyage from the seven Pacific group of Islands.  The lids interlock to join the nations. Made with Kauri, Tawa and Ebony.  420mm long.   

This large Red Mallee burl 300mm  wide  was a joy to see evolve. Mother nature at its best.  The subtle bead and the carved feet complete the story. A woodturners dream !!! 

As an avid  diver I have  made  many dives on Snapper Rock off the coast of New Zealand  The heavy kelp and marine life brings the inspiration for this work.  Rata  240dia 110 h

Red Mallee Burl, pewter finial and carved feet. Turned with turned down wings so that the grain of this exceptional wood can be truly appreciated. No need to place in the crown jewels as this is a treasure on its own    200mm across.

Brown Mallee burl carved with the feathers of a Quail. The inspiration for the quail  the feathers is birds that frequent our driveway which leave feathers behind. This boarder has enhanced the grain within  that looks like a nest 230mm  

Red Mallee Burl carved with intricate leaves that are symbolic with this tree.  The beauty of the raw burl is left as found with the three overlapping bowls to best show the treasure of the wood within. 200mm wide.