Inspired by a perspective that values craftsmanship, intention, and possibility, Ana approaches their work with a commitment to creating pieces of lasting worth. Each design reflects a dedication to quality, thoughtful decision-making, and a continual desire to challenge creative boundaries while maintaining a genuine passion for the process.
With a background spanning design and hard materials, they are both an artist and educator, experienced in furniture making, painting, silversmithing, and jade carving. Over the past 15 years, they have worked across a diverse range of materials, producing sculptures, jewellery, furniture, and one-off design pieces that showcase both technical skill and artistic vision.
Jade carving represents a more recent evolution in their practice, offering a unique opportunity to shape and refine this enduring material into objects of beauty. They are particularly drawn to the strength and tactile qualities of pounamu, embracing the hands-on process of transforming raw stone into finely crafted forms.
A strong belief in the value of good design underpins their work, with a focus on simplicity, balance, and proportion. Considerable time is dedicated to exploring concepts and refining shapes to achieve a harmonious result. Their designs often incorporate a subtle sense of movement, bringing a dynamic quality to a material traditionally seen as solid and unyielding.
