Hepi Maxwell       Unison   Hepi Maxwell at work Hepi Maxwell is a leading Aotearoa New Zealand carver of pounamu (greenstone). His work carries the toi iho (Maori made) registered mark which his status as a member of Ngatirangiwewehi o Rotorua iwi and as a greestone carver of note entitles him to use. Hepi describes his work as being not of a traditional nature but based on the gentle sweeping curves of ancient Maori art. Hepi's carving career began after a horrific accident cost him his legs and he was forced to look for an alternative means of earning his living. His pieces are now frequently commissioned for overseas dignatories and he is also invited to demonstrate his art at various forums throughout the world. A very successful exhibition of his work was, for instance, recently held in Vancouver, Canada. Hepi says that 'he has come to love working with jade, because by it I am able to care for the ones I love while producing work that gives me great satisfaction and brings joy to the hearts of others' J156 A Jade pendant incorporating the Hei - Kiwi design. See glossary for an explanation of this traditional design     J160 Endearment A greenstone pendant which incorporates a Hei Koru design. Refer glossary for more information about the koru design     J161 Koru A Jade pendant incorporating the Hei Koru design.       J164 Fish Hook & Koru Hei Matau o te Koru. A Jade pendant incorporating fish hook and koru (fern leaf) designs.     J167 Hei Koru A greenstone pendant incorporating a traditional koru or fernleaf design.