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Let each star in the sky shine its own light - Tukua kia tū takitahi ngā whetū o te rangi This print is about being uniquely you. The world is diverse, and it’s inclusion - not sameness - that makes life richer and more interesting. We allow for individuality, we see it as something beautiful t...

~ E arohaina ana koe Two tui fly above a red kowhaiwhai heart, carrying a message that we all need sometimes ~ You are loved, you are valued, and you belong. Perfect for a child’s room, family space, or place of care or learning, this artwork carries aroha into everyday life. The tui - playful, s...

Take This Message Of My Love - Tangohia tenei karere o tōku aroha In te ao Māori, pīwakawaka (fantails) are often seen as messengers between realms - quick, lively, and full of spirit, they carry words and feelings from one heart to another. A reminder that love can travel across any distance and...

Let us keep close together, not far apart. - Waiho i te toipoto, kaua i te toiroa. Two piwakawaka (fantails) face each other, sharing a little kiss, with a red koru heart floating above them. This print is all about closeness, affection, and not taking each other for granted. The words reminds us of...

Come then to me for great is my love, come to me. - Haere mai rā ki ahau nei rā te aroha tino nui, haere mai.Piwakawaka fly toward each other, calling out “Haramai e te tau, homai te kihi - Come here my darling, give me a kiss!" This print captures love, romance, playfulness, and the joy of bein...

If I were a bird, I would fly to your side to embrace you. Oh oh my darling, turn to me. — Me he manu rere ahau, kua rere ki tō moenga ki te awhi tō tinana. Aue aue e te tau tahuri mai. This waiata is all about the magnetic pull of love! The words are full of affection, heartfelt love, and a lo...

Cleansed by the wind, washed by the rain, and warmed by the sun, all doubts are swept away and I am set free. Fly o free spirit, fly. ~ Purea nei e te hau, horoia e te ua, whitiwhitia e te rā mahea ake ngā pōraruraru makere ana ngā here. E rere wairua e rere.“" is a waiata / song - It speaks ...

~ Aroha Atu - Love is received, love is returned A sweet reminder of love shared and returned - the love that you give to me I give back to you. Aroha is more than love - it holds kindness, compassion, care, and connection. In this artwork, tui fly in a forever cycle, symbolising the reciprocity of ...

Aroha Mai ~ Aroha Atu - Love is received, love is returned Whakatauki (maori proverb) A reminder of love shared and returned - the love that you give to me I give to you. Aroha is more than love - it holds kindness, compassion, care, and connection. In this artwork, tui fly in a forever cycle, symbo...

Ko au te Whenua I am the land and the land is me - Ko au te whenua, ko te whenua ko au. - Whakatauki (maori proverb)This is a print about Aotearoa. It's about our connection to the land and our sense of belonging to it. Where ever in the world we are, we know that Aotearoa is home. Here Tui, the gu...

Mauria te Pono -Like a butterfly emerging from its cocoon, this print is about the power of self belief. It's a beautiful reminder of the love and strength that's inside you 🦋❤️ 'Thank you so much for the art work and for going above and beyond to ensure it arrived in time. The art arrived s...

~ Kei ou ringaringa te ao The Hamsa (Hand of God) is a sign for protection, blessings, happiness, peace and prosperity. The Piwakawaka is the bird in the hand, representing freedom and joy. In the palm, the koru and kowhaiwhai patterns symbolise new beginnings. The Aroha heart is for the Love tha...

Hold strong to your faith and love one another - Kia ū ki te whakapono, kia aroha tētahi ki tētahi whakatauki (maori proverb)Aroha is Love and this art print is about the love we share with others, in life and in spirit, in our home and in our heart. A beautiful print to celebrate the Aroh...

Beautiful and peaceful, Aotearoa whale and calf - guardian and protector, deep love and connection.The mother and calf journey beneath the night sky. Marama, the moon overhead is the natural world of life and light. The kowhaiwhai waves are new life intertwined with the lives of those before, the lo...

He waka eke noa ~ We are all in this together Whakatauki (maori proverb)The literal translation of this whakatauki is 'A waka we are all in with no exception'.This print is about belonging, togetherness, and family. It's about being there for each other, being united in purpose and supporting everyo...

A Matariki Blessing will guide you in all things - Come in love, be patient, be at peace. ~ Ko Matariki te whetu hei arataki e Haere mai i runga i te aroha, e kia manawanui, kia rangimarie. Tuini NgāwaiMatariki is a time to reflect upon the past year, and to decide what to achieve moving forward ' ...

Huia Wairua I am there by you in spirit - always and forever ~ Kei kona a wairua tonu ahau mo ake tonu atu.This print is about the connection you feel for someone you love. Far away, but always with you in your heart. It's a reminder of the bond of love that can't be broken. Wairua refers to the sou...

May the Love May the love that is between us remain as constant as the tide, As warm as the sun and as Precious as the morning. ~ Ka rite tonu tō tāua aroha, ki te rere o te tai, ki te mahana o te ra, kia puiaki pēnei i te ata. A reminder of the aroha you share - in love, in friendship, within yo...

Whaia te iti Kahurangi ~ Seek the treasure you value most dearlyReach for your dreams and have the courage to fly towards them with courage and faith. This print is about believing in yourself and seeking out the things you really want in life. Tui soar high above the mountains and sea below - Aim h...

Aroha PiwakawakaMy love for you will never fade ~ E kore e mimiti te aroha mou A beautiful print celebrating the Aroha and Love in your home and in your heart. E kore e mimiti te aroha mou - My love for you will never fade. ❤️ 'Thank you so much for the art work and for going above and beyond to...

Peace be with you ~ Kia tau te RangimarieBeautifully coloured Kereru, fly with this blessing. Peace upon your Home, your Family and all those you Love. This print is a Blessing of Peace, perfect for welcoming guests (manuhiri) into your home or as a heartfelt farewell to those departing. As our nati...

Kia Kaha You have come too far, not to go further You have done too much, not to do more ~ Kua tawhiti ke to haerenga mai, kia kore e haere tonu. He tino nui rawa ou mahi, kia kore e mahi nui tonu Ta Himi Henare (Sir James Henare), Ngati HineThis print is a reminder to acknowledge the strength you s...

Tumanako Huia The birds call, the day begins, and I am Alive! ~ Korihi ake nga manu Takiri mai te ata Ka oa ka oa ka awatea t ihei mauri ora!Tumanako means Hope - Every morning the birds sing, reminding us that each day is a chance to start anew. This print represents hope, a reminder that every day...

Whakapono Tui Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you. ~ Hurihia to aroaro ki te ra tukuna to atarangi kia taka ki muri i a koe Whakatauki (Maori proverb)Whakapono means Faith - have faith that things are working out for you, have faith in your future and what is to come. ❤️ 'T...