Cultural Intellectual Property & Stewardship
The contemporary and traditional artworks, panels, and designs featured on this website are created by Patuwairua & Co. We acknowledge that the geometry, stories, and symbols woven into our pieces—including ancestral patterns like Poutama, Pātiki, and Niho Taniwha—are part of the collective cultural heritage (taonga) and traditional knowledge (mātauranga) of Māori.
We do not claim exclusive ownership over these ancient patterns. Instead, we act as respectful stewards of this knowledge, weaving these designs with the utmost integrity, intention, and respect for the generations that came before us.
Copyright Notice
While the foundational patterns belong to our collective heritage, the unique creative expression, specific colorways, physical craftsmanship, structural configurations, framing methods, and digital photography displayed on this website are the original creative work of Patuwairua & Co.
© 2026 Patuwairua & Co. All Rights Reserved.
Terms of Use & Respectful Engagement
We welcome you to view, share, and appreciate these works. However, to protect both our livelihood as independent artists and the cultural integrity of the art form, the following rules apply:
No Unauthorized Reproduction: You may not copy, replicate, modify, or mass-produce any specific physical layouts, color arrangements, or designs found on this site for commercial purposes without our express written permission.
Digital Media & Images: Images of our work may be shared on social media for personal appreciation, provided that Patuwairua & Co is clearly credited and tagged. Images may not be downloaded or used for commercial advertising, web design, or branding by third parties.
Cultural Integrity: We ask that any engagement with our art forms respects the spiritual and cultural weight behind them.
For inquiries regarding commercial collaborations, custom commissions, or licensing agreements, please contact us directly through our website contact form.