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Ric Moor

Ric Moor

Ric has worked as a jade carver for more than 17 years. He was initially attracted to jade as a medium because of its sense of permanency. Through his craft he has been able to discover and define himself as a person, a teacher, as kaitiaki of pounamu and as a New Zealander - Ngāti Pākehā - who identifies strongly with Māori culture.

His contribution in return is his art, his mentorship of other carvers and his passion for the stone.

A selection of

Ric's creations

New Zealand Jade Hei Matau Pendant

New Zealand Jade Hei Matau Pendant

$498.00

NZD

New Zealand Pounamu Large Disc Necklace

New Zealand Pounamu Large Disc Necklace

$528.00

NZD

New Zealand Greenstone Medium Disc Pendant

New Zealand Greenstone Medium Disc Pendant

$448.00

NZD

New Zealand Greenstone Disc Pendant

New Zealand Greenstone Disc Pendant

$288.00

NZD

MULTIPLE STYLES

New Zealand Pounamu Large Disc Pendant

New Zealand Pounamu Large Disc Pendant

$398.00

NZD

MULTIPLE STYLES

New Zealand Greenstone Disc Pendant

New Zealand Greenstone Disc Pendant

$428.00

NZD

MULTIPLE STYLES

New Zealand Greenstone Disc Pendant

New Zealand Greenstone Disc Pendant

$368.00

NZD

MULTIPLE STYLES

New Zealand Pounamu Slender Angled Toki

New Zealand Pounamu Slender Angled Toki

$398.00

NZD

New Zealand Pounamu Hei Matau Necklace

New Zealand Pounamu Hei Matau Necklace

$548.00

NZD

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Tamaora Walker

Tamaora Walker

The Rotorua-based carver regards pounamu with reverence and respect born of his Māori heritage, with traditional forms and symbolism deeply influencing his designs. Tamaora is from Ngāti Rangiwewehi, Ngāti Whakaue and Ngāti Rangitihi.

Akapita Scally

Akapita Scally

As a part of Rotorua’s carving industry for the past decade, Aka has had the privilege of working alongside some of the town’s finest pounamu artists. His designs are notable for their perfect lines and exemplary finishing, and he is particularly skilled at reflecting traditional forms whilst pushing contemporary boundaries. Akapita is from Ngāti Rangiwewehi, Ngāti Whakaue and Ngāti Rangitihi.

Jason Vercoe

Jason Vercoe

Driven to tell stories through his carvings, Jason takes inspiration from toi Māori (Māori art) and pushes his limits daily to embody his pieces with depth and meaning. Jason is from Ngāti Pikiao.

Daniel Malcolm

Daniel Malcolm

Daniel's journey is not just about carving pounamu; it's about carving his place in the world of Māori artistry and carrying forward the torch of his ancestors' artistic greatness. Daniel is from Ngāti Pikiao and Ngāti Tarāwhai.

James Pirika

James Pirika

After finishing high school, James began his journey in the Mountain Jade studio, learning the foundations of his craft from Tamaora Walker. As an emerging artist finding his way in carving, James always finds it important to reflect on where he started, allowing him to stay humble while acknowledging Tamaora’s guidance throughout his journey. James is from Te Arawa, Ngāti Te Roro o Te Rangi.

Luke Gardiner

Luke Gardiner

Raised on the wild and rugged West Coast of New Zealand, Luke still calls Hokitika home. A self-taught artist, he finds his inspiration in nature and has been recreating its beauty in greenstone for over a decade.

Hannah Sheehan

Hannah Sheehan

Growing up the daughter of a pre-eminent carver, you could say jade runs in Hannah’s blood. She took up carving professionally while just a teenager and now runs her own successful workshop in Auckland.

Dylan Hati

Dylan Hati

Dylan's journey in carving began on the retail floor at Mountain Jade, where he became captivated by the craftsmanship of the carvers and drawn to the art of jade carving. Dylan is from Te Whānau-ā-Apanui.

Foua Aliki Tuielu

Foua Aliki Tuielu

After high school, Foua was at a crossroads about his future and decided to explore his cultural roots and build strong foundations through a journey into carving. Foua is of Te Arawa, Tainui and Tokelauan descent.