Pōhutukawa Joy 1

Pōhutukawa Joy 1 | Emma Walker

In this vibrant wheel-thrown and hand-built white stoneware piece, Emma Walker celebrates the iconic Pōhutukawa, a beloved symbol of summer and Christmas in Aotearoa.

The artist’s intent was to mimic the seasonal transformation of the tree, metamorphosing a simple, functional mug into something sublime.

Walker uses brush-on underglazes to meticulously build and blend the rich reds and yellows of the flowering bloom, set against a striking dark background.

The contrast with the delicate blue floral patterns on the white clay emphasises the "beauty in the everyday transience of life." 

Featuring a highly sculptural, hand-built handle with a deep red orb and an intricate, porous base, this work is a joyful tribute to the natural world’s ability to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Group Exhibition: Between Land, Sea and Sky

Bringing together Beth McGill, Emma Walker, Meg Cummins and Strahan Clarke whose practices are deeply connected to the natural environments of Aotearoa, we present this exhibition 'Between Land, Sea and Sky'. 

Dimensions:
Width - 140mm x Height - 110mm