My name is Aaron Brown, I’m an artist living in Cambridge, New Zealand.
I make personal, unique Pounamu / jade carvings that connect people and places. These are often developed through commissions but I also have a online shop filled with special carvings. The pieces I love to make are inspired by the natural world.
This site shows my carving work. You can also see my silver and gold jewellery at Aaron Brown Sculpture.
Aaron
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Little Striped Ruru$290 -
Little Carnelian Ruru$290
Commissions
I welcome carving commissions. I see them as a collaboration between myself and my client.
Pounamu, Jade or Greenstone?
Greenstone / Pounamu / Jade are often the same thing from different angles.
Pounamu is the Maori word for NZ Jade but Tangiwai (Bowenite – a translucent Serpentine) is also Pounamu. I would use Pounamu to describe New Zealand Jade or Tangiwai. What is the difference?
Can Pounamu only be gifted?
Can Pounamu only be gifted? This is a reasonably common idea in NZ but I’m not sure how prevalent it is in practice. I have only heard of it in regards to Pounamu.
Types of Stone
This page shows examples of the different stones I carve. There is such a variety of colours and textures to choose from. They all give a different vibe to the finished piece.
Pounamu / Jade Rings
There is something special about pounamu rings. I think a circle is a balanced, soothing design element and when carved as a ring jade shows off both its colour and translucence. They look great worn and magical when held up to the sun.