Hepi Maxwell Greenstone

Hepi Maxwell is an 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 an accident cost him his legs and he was forced to look for an alternative means of earning a living. His pieces are now commissioned for overseas dignatories and he demonstrates his art at various forums throughout the world.