The kite forms are inspired by the customary practice of flying kites some so large, according to oral traditions, they required over twenty people to anchor them when they were flying aloft. This series is another lateral movement from traditional cloak forms, and could be seen as symbolic of protection and mana.


Life Shield Life Shield - detail Patiki The Many Strands Flight To Dwell on Earth and Ascend to Heaven

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Life Shield

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Natural Harakeke. Private Collection.
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Life Shield - Detail

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Natural Harakeke. Private Collection.
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Patiki

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Another lateral movement into winged forms. Natural Harakeke. Private Collection.
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The Many Strands

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Another lateral movement into winged forms. Natural Harakeke. Private Collection.
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Flight

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Natural Harakeke. Private Collection.
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To Dwell on Earth and Ascend to Heaven

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Natural Harakeke korari stalks and copper wire binding. Private Collection.
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Homai to Aroha

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'Homai to Aroha' - 'give me your love' Natural Harakeke. Artists Collection.
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