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Wānanga
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Wānanga - Carving and Weaving SchoolsTe Puia is home to the New Zealand National Carving and Weaving Schools. National Wood Carving School (Te Wānanga Whakairo Rākau) - In this school the prestigious art of wood carving is taught, passed on to young Māori men under the skilled guidance of master carvers. Students are carefully selected to represent different iwi (tribes) throughout New Zealand. National Weaving School (Te Rito) - Our weaving school trains students in the art and skills of traditional weaving. As well as learning how to weave harakeke (flax) and other materials, students learn the stories and designs unique to each iwi (tribe), as well as the Māori protocols associated with weaving. National Stone Carving School (Pounamu, stone and bone) - Pounamu (jade) or New Zealand greenstone, is a highly prized treasure of Māori. Our Pounamu school teaches the art of carving this precious stone and bone carving, and produces beautiful artworks sold onsite. Carving Commissions - Te Puia Carving Schools accept carving commissions. |
