🌺 Celebrate Cook Island Maori Language Week with our specially curated collection of resources designed to immerse you in the captivating world of Cook Islands' culture and language! 🌴
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📘 Bilingual Books: Dive into the rich traditions of the Cook Islands with our bilingual books. Explore enchanting tales in both English and Cook Island Maori, perfect for learners of all levels.
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🧩 Engaging Puzzles: Have fun while learning! Our puzzles in Cook Island Maori offer an exciting way to grasp essential vocabulary and language structures, suitable for students and families alike.
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🎨 Coloring Pages: Unleash your creativity with our delightful coloring pages featuring cultural motifs. Add vibrant colors to traditional symbols and symbols that reflect the essence of the Cook Islands.
FREE - Cook Islands Language Week | Puzzles in Cook Island Māori
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Celebrate Cook Islands Language Week with our captivating collection of "Puzzles in Cook Island Maori Language." This delightful digital PDF is thoughtfully designed to engage...
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FREE - Cook Islands Language Week Colouring Printable Files
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In support of the Cook Islands Language Week 2022 Clinton created these free printable Cook Islands themed artwork for any keen artist to colour in. ...
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Books Bundle
$45.00
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This exclusive bundle is more than just books; it's a passage into the heart of the Cook Islands' culture and history. Each story, with its...
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Clinton Hewett Artist
Clinton Hewett(Aitutaki, Rarotonga, European) is an artist, woodcarver and author from Aitutaki, Cook Islands. He creates oil paintings as well as digital paintings and illustrations inspired by narratives from both historic and contemporary Cook Island cultural themes.
Clinton has recently written and illustrated his first bilingual story book, the first of an intended series of books, that focuses on retelling traditional stories that were once transmitted through the declining practice of oral storytelling.
“My passion is to visually remind us of our ancestors great achievements and inspire our future generations to be proud of our history, to be brave and to follow in our ancestors footsteps.”
Books Bundle
$45.00
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This exclusive bundle is more than just books; it's a passage into the heart of the Cook Islands' culture and history. Each story, with its unique narrative and rich illustrations, offers a window into the soul of the Pacific, making it a must-have for anyone interested in exploring the depth and diversity of Cook Islands heritage. Ideal for visual learners, cultural enthusiasts, and anyone who cherishes heartwarming and heroic tales, these books are treasures that will inspire and educate readers of all ages.
This bundle includes two books.
Tapuaetai | The Story of One Foot Island
Marouna | Hero Who Saved Aitutaki
1. Tapuaetai - The Story of One Foot Island Dive into the heartwarming tale of love and sacrifice with "Tapuaetai - The Story of One Foot Island." This beautifully narrated story captures the essence of a parent's unconditional love. Set in the breathtaking scenery of the Cook Islands, it tells of a parent who saved their child by concealing the child's footprints with their own. This act of pure love and protection gives the famous motu its name, Tapuaetai, or One Foot Island. This book is not just a story; it's a journey through the cultural landscapes of the Cook Islands, showcasing the depth of parental love and the sacred bonds within families.
2. MAROUNA | HERO WHO SAVED AITUTAKI Embark on an epic adventure with "MAROUNA | HERO WHO SAVED AITUTAKI." This bilingual book, written in both Cook Island Maori and English, brings to life the legendary story of Marouna, a warrior born in Rarotonga. Called upon by his grandfather in Aitutaki, Marouna's mission is to save the people from the menacing Aitu. His journey is fraught with challenges, from navigating perilous seas to rallying warriors across the islands of Mangaia, Atiu, Mitiaro, and Mauke. This tale, traditionally passed down through Aitutaki oral history, is now vividly presented in this bilingual and illustrated format. It's not just a story; it's an educational journey into the rich cultural history of the Cook Islands, offering an immersive experience in both language and tradition.
Books Bundle
$45.00
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This exclusive bundle is more than just books; it's a passage into the heart of the Cook Islands' culture and history. Each story, with its...
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Tapuaetai - The story of One Foot Island
$29.95
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This story is of how a parent saved the life of his child byconcealing his footprints with his own, expressing a parent’sunconditional love for their...
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Marouna | Hero Who Saved Aitutaki
$29.95
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Marouna is a bilingual Cook island maori and English language book that tells the story of a warrior named Marouna. Born in Rarotonga, Marouna is summoned...
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Ripo of Manuae
Ripo, who resided on the Manuae during this time, came and fed the Aitutaki warriors slices of coconut meat, tended the wounded and restored their strength.
Materials:Stretched Canvas, Oil paint, varnish.
Size: 36 x 24
Date: 2021
Taruia’s Toys
This painting depicts Taruia who is hypnotised with excitement by a coconut leaf canoe made by Ruatapu.
Materials:Stretched Canvas, Oil paint, varnish.
Size: 36 x 24
Date: 2021
Marouna's recruitment
Marouna a Rarotongan born warrior, travels the pacific ocean to recruit warriors to assist him in battling the aitu (enemies) who had over taken Aitutaki.
Materials: Stretched Canvas, Oil paint, varnish.
Size: 30x 15
Date: 2021
Te Tara - The Story We Love
Sustaining our cultural narratives through visual art and illustrated stories.
Delve into the Canvas Originals collection by Clinton Hewett, a stunning showcase of Pacific and New Zealand heritage art. Each canvas is a masterpiece, reflecting Clinton's deep connection with his Cook Island roots and his love for the scenic beauty of New Zealand.
These original artworks are more than just decorative pieces; they are stories told through vibrant colors and intricate designs. Ideal for art enthusiasts and collectors, our Canvas Originals offer a unique opportunity to own a piece of Clinton's artistic journey. These artworks embody the spirit of the Pacific, making them perfect for adding a touch of cultural depth and aesthetic elegance to any space.
Explore our collection and find a canvas that resonates with your personal taste and decor preferences.
Otaua e Hikaroa
$2,500.00
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In the world of cultural oral history there are many successful unions as well as the tragic love story. The story of Otaua and Hikaroa...
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Tangaroa i te titi, Tangaroa i te tata!
$2,800.00 – Sold out
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Ru, ancestor and navigator of the first arrival of people to Aitutaki was aided by four to five of his brothers. Originally tasked by local...
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Te Totou - The Prophecy of Ae-te-Vananga
$1,200.00
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Ae-te-Vananga was an ancient ancestor (Tupuna) of the Monga kopu tangata of Ureia. It would only appear to one of its descendants in the dead...
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Ruatapu arrives
$2,500.00
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Ruatapu was the son of paramount chief or Ariki, Uanuku Rakeiora of Taputapuatea (Raiatea). As a master navigator he sailed to many pacific islands, notably...
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A Paoa for Peace | Nukunoni
$3,500.00
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After a series of unfortunate and provocative occurrences, between the village of Vaipae-pae-o-Pau and Nukunoni that began with a wife of a Vaipae villager claiming...
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Te Are Karioi
$3,500.00
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Raui te pare Kauiti, held knowledge of Maori medicine and healing, had also been previously expelled from his village. Raui decided to take on the...
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Castaway Princesses
$3,900.00 – Sold out
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A more recent story. The sandalwood trader The Cumberland led by Capt. Goodenough arrived in Rarotonga in search of mythical sandalwood forests, instead they only...
View full product detailsThe Favorites Collection on Clinton Hewett's website is a curated selection of the most admired and beloved artworks. These pieces have captivated art lovers globally with their unique blend of Pacific culture and New Zealand's natural beauty.
Each artwork in this collection tells a story, reflecting the rich heritage and vibrant traditions of the Cook Islands. Perfect for both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts, these favorites resonate deeply with those who appreciate art that speaks to the soul.
The collection features a variety of styles and themes, ensuring there's a piece that aligns with every preference. Browse this exclusive collection to find a piece that not only enhances your space but also connects you with the rich tapestry of Pacific artistry.
Ripo of Manuae
$2,500.00
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Manuae lies approx. 40 miles away from the island of Aitutaki and in the days of our ancestors, it was frequented by Aitutaki fishing expeditions...
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Taruia e tana vaka tuteretere
$1,200.00
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Taruia, a descendant of Te Erui, was an Ariki (king) at the time of Ruatapu’s arrival. Ruatapu who was the son of the paramount chief...
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Marouna’s Recruitment
$1,800.00
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The story of Marouna is one of the most important accounts of an historic rescue of the people of Aitutaki. Born in Rarotonga Marouna was...
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Canvas | Te Are Karioi
$38.00
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Turn your art into a beautiful canvas. The canvas texture intensifies the image's natural look and feel. - Canvas frames are made of FSC® certified...
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Poster | Te vaka tu teretere a Taruia
$29.00
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Museum-quality poster made on thick and long-lasting matte (uncoated) paper. - Paper weight: 200 gsm / 80 lb - Shipped in sturdy packaging protecting the...
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Poster | The Prophecy of Ae-te-Vananga
$29.00
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Museum-quality poster made on thick and long-lasting matte (uncoated) paper.- Paper weight: 200 gsm / 80 lb- Shipped in sturdy packaging protecting the poster
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Poster | Te Are Karioi
$20.00
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Museum-quality poster made on thick and long-lasting matte (uncoated) paper.- Paper weight: 200 gsm / 80 lb- Shipped in sturdy packaging protecting the poster
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