Back by popular demand, Wikuki Kingi’s Introduction to Carving workshop will focus on the design, construction, and carving of a traditional weapon or Waka Hoe wooden paddle using both hand and power tools.
Starting with an introduction to carving, you will work with master carvers to create your own paddle or traditional weapon, and understand its use, form, and function. Traditional stories and chants will be shared to broaden knowledge of waka, navigation, and paddles.
An experience and learning opportunity not to be missed!
You will learn
- You will focus on the design, construction, and carving of a traditional weapon or Waka Hoe wooden paddle using both hand and power tools.
You will get
- Create a carving of a traditional weapon or Waka Hoe wooden paddle
Appropriate for
18+ years old
What to bring
- Materials provided
What to wear
You might get dirty! Wear clothes to make a mess in!
Wikuki Kingi is part of Whaotapu, a collective of Tohunga Toi Ake who have been recognised and mandated by their tribes for generations. Acknowledged as traditional knowledges holders, experts, and authorities of Māori art, culture, heritage, Whaotapu are supported by mana whenua whānau, hapū, iwi, matawaka, and communities across Tāmaki Makaurau and Aotearoa, weaving people together through a kaupapa that is both transformative and enduring.
Organized by
Corban Estate Arts Centre
917 reviewsThe Corban Estate Arts Centre is located in Henderson, West Auckland.
We’re home to artist studios, our very own cafe, art classes for adults, youth and children, and an ever-changing programme of exhibitions and events.
Set within park-like grounds amongst historic winery buildings. Open Monday to Saturday, entry is free, everybody’s welcome.
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Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
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Terms & Conditions
ADULTS, YOUTH AND CHILDREN’S CLASSES/WORKSHOPS ENROLMENT POLICY
- A deposit is required to secure your place and payment must be made in full to confirm your booking.
- Cancellation by Corban Estate Arts Centre entitles the participant to a FULL REFUND.
- Cancellation by participant up until 7 days before the workshop commences results in a transfer where possible OR full credit to be used within 6 months of cancellation date OR a full refund MINUS a 10% admin & booking fee.
- Cancellation by participant within 7 days of the workshop commencement date results in a transfer where possible OR full credit to be used within 6 months of cancellation date OR a full refund MINUS a 30% admin & booking fee.
- Cancellation by participant on or after the workshop commencement date results in NO refund given.
SPECIAL ENROLMENT POLICY FOR GLASS CASTING WORKSHOPS
- A deposit is required to secure your place and payment must be made in full to confirm your booking. Part Payment options are available at time of booking.
- Cancellation by Corban Estate Arts Centre entitles the participant to a FULL REFUND.
- Cancellation by participant up until 10 days before the workshop commences results in a full refund of amount paid MINUS a 10% admin & booking fee.
- Cancellation by participant within 10 days or on or after the workshop commencement date results in NO refund given. You may nominate someone else to take your place before the class starts.
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Summer School '25: Introduction to Carving
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