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This artistic practice parallels her personal journey of cultural reconnection - each piece serving as a tangible connection between past and present, tradition and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in New Zealand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Messini Palace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44772019667135,"sku":"324655","price":180.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/4193\/files\/Te_Manu_I_Te_Ra_-Black_by_Messini_Palace.jpg?v=1779394538"},{"product_id":"tote-bag-ngati-cheeky-skux-by-jamie-berry","title":"Tote Bag : Ngāti Cheeky Skux | by Jamie Berry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ;\" lang=\"EN-NZ\"\u003eThis quality 10oz organic cotton canvas tote bag features printed Ngāti Cheeky Skux by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.aucklandmuseum.com\/collections\/jamie-berry\" title=\"Jamie Berry\"\u003eJamie Berry\u003c\/a\u003e - \u003cspan\u003eTe Aitanga-a-Mahaki, Rongowhakaata, Ngāti Porou, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Ruanui.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ;\" lang=\"EN-NZ\"\u003eInspired by Jamie Berry's heritage and the vibrant energy of the East Coast, \"Ngāti Cheeky\" celebrates a playful, confident spirit deeply rooted in Māori culture.Ngāti Cheeky embodies the charmingly bold and witty \"whakatoi\" (give cheek) that is a true hallmark of her people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eJamie Berry is a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores Aotearoa histories and reflects on her identity and place within the current timeline. Originally from Tūranganui-a-kiwa and now residing in Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Jamie's practice is grounded in her whakapapa and focuses on the past, present, and future. She reimagines stories through various mediums, including digital content, DNA soundscapes, moving images, and installations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJamie's artistic journey includes exploring visual elements such as light, colour, movement, and motifs. She is known for using light in dark spaces to create dramatic impressions of movement and life, often paired with resonant audio soundscapes that drive the narrative. Her notable work, Whakapapa\/Algorithms was selected for the Beijing International Art Biennale and premiered at the Oberhausen Film Festival in 2022. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to her artistic pursuits, Jamie is a freelance digital artist and designer, Visual Arts Curator for the Kia Mau Festival 2023, Creative Creator for the Aotearoa section of WOW 2023, and Lead Designer for WOW 2025. She was recently selected for the Malta International Art Biennale 2024. 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Their designs draw inspiration from the natural beauty of their surroundings and focus on the balance between form and function. They create pieces that are practical yet elegant, featuring clean lines, subtle curves, and natural colours and textures. Each item is handcrafted, ensuring that every piece has its own unique character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the same way the neutral tones of the Hokohoko Museum Store walls compliment our stunning range of artworks and products, the neutral tones of these ceramic pieces will add an understated and elegant base of textures and interest to compliment any interior space. These pieces are exclusive to the Hokohoko Museum Store and each piece features a unique AM logo alongside Leach Studio NZ.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Each vase is individually handmade, so there will be slight variations in shape, size, and colour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*The last image includes other items from the range. 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The Toki design is derived from the Toki Poutangata which was a very valuable carving tool and more ornately carved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToki Poutangata were used for ceremonial purposes by Māori chiefs. The wearer of a Toki pendant is said to be the creator or shaper of their own pathway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlex Sands- Ngāti Kahungunu o Te Wairoa, English, Scottish and Irish was\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eraised in New Zealand and for a time in China. It was while in China his love for creating began in soft stone carving. He carved small intricate things with basic tools, files and small chisels. At the age of 12 he was inspired by the jade creations of the world and the pounamu creations of his Māori ancestors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe was then given the opportunity to learn from one of the master jade carvers at the age of 13. 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