PAULA MOY AT ONA STUDIO
Paula’s hand-built clay pieces are all unique. She takes inspiration from her Māori roots, primitive art and the natural rock formations and landscapes of Raglan. Her style originates from the synergy between art and nature; creating earthy textures by experimenting with clay types and slips, and by incorporating local materials like black sand, stone, or crystal fragments. Her clay works—often comprising two or more pieces are woven together with natural flax linen or hemp cord adding an extra layer of appeal and connection to the organic nature of her pieces. Her creative desire is for the rawness of her naive/wabi-sabi artisan pieces to feel timeless and soulful, with an imperfection that invites contemplation.
