Manu Kai Mātauranga

Manu Kai Mātauranga:

“Ko te manu kai i te miro, nōna te ngāhere. Ko te manu kai i te mātauranga, nōna te ao”

“The bird that consumes the miro berry owns the forest. The bird that consumes knowledge, owns the world”

This piece is based on the whakatauki (Māori proverb) that is stated above. It talks about the importance of education and experiences and how it is reflected and showcased throughout your life.

This piece is mixed medium using MDF layering, acrylic paint, Kauri native wood, stainless steel and copper

Dimensions:

Height - 1120mm

Width - 785mm