Mahi Kohatu Workshop

No matter your reasons,

• Whether your feeling a little homesick and want to feel more connected to back home,
• Whether your on a similar journey to me and are looking for ways to re-connect with our people and our culture
• Whether you are gifting this experience to a loved one whom you know will benefit from a wananga such as mahi kohatu (stone carving)

Or you’ve always wanted to have a go at carving but have never had the opportunity….  This is the perfect oppurtunity for you!!

This kaupapa is about lifting our people up. Helping them to step out of their comfort zone, away from any judgment or criticism and knowing they are in a safe environment to experience something that can ultimately be life changing as it has been for me.

This wananga is an introductory session into mahi kohatu (Stone Carving)

How many in a class?
So that we can spend as much 1 on 1 time with you as possible, our classes are kept to a maximum of 2 people (unless arranged prior)

About the day
Our day starts at 8am (unless arranged prior)
Introduction – Have a korero about the day
Orientation & safety – We will talk about each piece of equipment and how to use it safely
Pounamu education session

Open our day with a karakia (prayer)

Then its time to get down to business

1. Choose a shape or design you like
2. Choose a piece of pounamu that you like
3. Draw up the template & mark up
4. Start working the stone
   1. Cut out the basic shape on a trim saw
   2. Grind out the basic shape on a bench grinder

• Carve any designs or intricate shapes using a Dremel

1. Drill any holes using the drill press
2. Sand and polish on the vertical flat laps
3. Cleaning and finishing process

• Lashing / binding or setting your piece
• Short session on how to care for your pounamu

Close the day with a karakia (prayer)

Go home with a full cup!!

What you need to bring

1. A positive attitude
2. Lunch (Snacks & water provided)
3. Some closed in shoes
4. If you have a business or products you sell, bring along 2 lots of information / cards so we can share it with others
5. Prescription Glasses
6. You can get a little dirty, so a spare shirt is suggested

What’s provided

1. All equipment 
2. All safety gear
3. Tea & Coffee
4. Snacks & Water

Please communicate any of the following as soon as possible

1. Any dietary requirements
2. Any medical conditions

Carving sizes
I love the fact that people can come and make whatever piece they like, no matter the size. But recently we have seen the sizes of our students carvings go from medium to large to extra large.
So that we can continue to allow any size pieces to be created but still be a viable business for years to come, each student has up to 100 grams of rough pounamu included in their day. If they would like to make a piece that is bigger, we ask a $1/gram additional charge to help cover the costs of the pounamu. This can be paid for on the day.

Locations
The Caloundra location is based in my home studio
The Logan location is based in my sisters home studio

Deposits
As mentioned, to lock in your booking, we require a 50% deposit ($150 per person)

Bank Details will be sent to you at the time of booking. Please ensure you use your name as the reference on the payment, and please send a screenshot of your payment through to me via messenger to confirm.
The rest of the payment can be paid on the day. (No eftpos available)

Deposits are non-refundable but dates can be rescheduled.
If you need to reschedule, please note, we will need a minimum of 14 days notice.

How to book

1. Send us an email by clicking on the "Contact Us" page in the main menu
   Please ensure you add in your phone number and we will give you a call to discuss which date suits you best
   
   
2. Give Tuhina a call on 0497290999

Thanks once again!
We hope to see you at the studio soon!!