OCEAN'S MANIFESTO

OCEAN'S MANIFESTO - a contemporary whale tail pendant carved for us by Shaun Gardiner.

Shaun has used a wonderful, dark piece of pounamu for this pendant. It has a silky smooth finish that is wonderful to wear and to handle.

The finish is a superb soft polish - perfect for the design and a little reminiscent of the ocean wicking off a breaching whale.

The koru design is an integral symbol in Maori art forms. The spiral is a Koru, which represents the fern frond as it opens bringing with it new life and purity - a fresh beginning. It is a symbol of peace, tranquillity and spirituality.

The koru is also associated with nurturing, so is frequently used to represent the strength and purity of a loving relationship within a family.

The WHALE has quite some significance in Polynesian cultures. Here in New Zealand whales are believed to be descendants of Tangaroa - the God of the Oceans. They are regarded as sacred and supernatural beings and are believed to provide guidance and protection. 

Included in the package is our 'Kia Ora' card, which explains the meaning behind the Koru design.