Hastings Pounamu Carvers

Dot Arts – Handcrafted Māori Jewellery from Aotearoa New Zealand.

Dot Arts is the creative duo of Addie Wainohu and Hoani Pohatu — both skilled Māori artists, carving Pounamu (greenstone) and bone with deep respect for tradition and whakapapa.

Hasting Pounamu carvers together create authentic, handcrafted jewellery and indigenous art right here in Aotearoa.

At Dot Arts, we proudly source Pounamu from the South Island and Harakeke (flax) from our hometown of Hastings. 

Every piece we make reflects our connection to Whenua (land), Whakapapa (ancestry), and Kaupapa Māori (values and stories).

Since 2017, Dot Arts Ltd has been designing and crafting unique jewellery for clients across Aotearoa and around the world. We specialise in both traditional and contemporary Māori designs — offering custom Pounamu necklaces, bone carvings, resin pieces, and more. 

Whether you're searching for a meaningful gift or a taonga (treasure) for yourself, our work carries deep cultural significance and skilled craftsmanship.

The demand for authentic Māori jewellery continues to grow — not just for its beauty, but for the connection it holds to indigenous identity, storytelling, and artistry. We're proud to be part of this movement, and we remain committed to producing high-quality, handmade pieces with heart, purpose, and mana.

Ngā mihi nui — thank you for supporting Māori-made