“Pounamu” Resin Coaster set

These stunning "Pounamu" coasters are created by artist Natalie Kere Walker. Each coaster is created from bamboo and resin.

"Engaging with the spray paints and resin has allowed me to manifest creativity into some meaningful pieces that go beyond the normal resin/spray paint boundaries. 
The dilution of solvent and resin is manipulated to that of stone or rock being pulled from the Awa consenting to a rippled mirror effect, a similar feel is seen when you place your feet in the sand as the waters ebb away.
As an artist I wish to recreate this view for the observer to sit in their ‘whare’ and contemplate the spectacle of our environment below, within and above us.
This collection of pieces has its own story but has the elements of sisterhood each individual but co-dependent and is whakapapa"

This is a set of 6 coasters, each coaster is 100mm diameter, bamboo with resin.

Wipe periodically with a vegetable oil to keep the bamboo from drying out. Do not submerge in water.

Artist statement:
"I'm a Contemporary Maori Artist. I whakapapa to Kāi Tahu and Ngāti Kuia. I have always been drawn to creative outlets, especially art since a young age.
My Dad is a Master Carver in Wood and Oamaru Stone. His passion for Māori Art has been passed down to me. My passion came from creating Pounamu (Greenstone) and other beautiful stones, out of a two pot epoxy resin, using spray cans to manipulate the pour to imitate stone.
Currently I have been adding to my creativity and have introduced carving contemporary jewellery from stone I have found. This has turned into addictive passion I want to pursue more.
Learning more about my culture through Te Reo Māori, Whānau and research I am further developing my cultural passion. I hope others can feel the same way when viewing or purchasing my pieces"

This product is handmade in New Zealand