Tumanako ~ Hope

Tūmanako - Hope The birds call, the day begins, and I am alive! - Korihi ake ngā manu, takiri mai te ata, Ka ao, ka ao, ka awatea. Tīhei mauri ora In this print, three tui soar above mountains and sea, they welcome the new day, filled with energy and renewal. The tui sing, dawn breaks, and life is affirmed - tīhei mauri ora - the breath of life - Each day is a fresh start. The mountains also references the whakataukī:
“Whaia te iti kahurangi, ki te tuohu koe, me maunga teitei" Seek out your heart’s desire; if you bow your head, let it be to a lofty mountain. From the Te Arawa karakia “He karakia whakapōpoto i te pō, kia hohoro te awatea" — a prayer to shorten the night and welcome daylight quickly — first published in Grey’s Ko ngā mōteatea (1853).

✨ A print of hope and resilience — perfect for a home, office, or study. A daily reminder of courage, aspiration, and the gift of life. Art Print Details: Open edition Each print is Hand Signed Matte archival cotton rag 320gsm paper (photocopy paper is 60gsm) Paper is archival grade , slightly textured and a natural white with no artificial brightener Gift-ready, beautifully presented on a black matboard in a clear cellophane sleeve Archival inks guaranteed for 100 years Please allow an extra 7 days for delivery if framing is required. Thank you for supporting original New Zealand art
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