May the sea glisten like greenstone, and the
Shimmer of summer dance across your path.
 - Kia horo te marino, Kia whakapapa pounamu te moana, Kia tere karohirohi i mua i to huarahi.

The koru arches are protective arms for the special words of this karakia. The kowhaiwhai patterns represent the connection between people who care for each other, no matter how far apart they might be in both life and in spirit. Tui play the role of guardians too. Soaring above they share love and aroha as they fly. This art print is about the love and abundance of blessings that surround you - A heartfelt wish for your life's journey, and a reminder of lasting connections. This karakia is said to be by Rangawhenua Tawhaki

A4 - 300mm x 210mm
A3 - 420mm x 300mm

High quality unframed fine art print
Open Edition Print - Hand signed and a numbered

Printed using archival inks and the highest quality giclée printing process, these works are guaranteed against fading for more than 100 years. Each print is produced on premium archival matte gallery paper, specially designed for museum quality fine art reproduction. The luxurious 320gsm paper stock is made from 100% cotton using a cold press method, giving it a beautifully soft finish and a natural white surface free from optical brighteners.

Amber Smith is a ceramic artist and printmaker who honours her connection to Ngāti Wai through her child. Inspired by the natural beauty of Aotearoa, especially our native birdlife, her work celebrates te ao Māori and seeks to foster connection, understanding, and respect. Often drawing on whakataukī (proverbs) and waiata (songs), Amber combines te Reo Māori and English to create uplifting works that carry messages of love, hope, and self worth, creating meaningful pieces to gift yourself or someone special.

Note: The frame shown is made in a virtual setting to give an example of what the print could look like framed.