Tarani Napa and Tevairangi Napa are a Mother-Daughter artist team from the Cook Islands.

 

They feel honored to have been able to share this piece of artwork, “Wonderfully Made”, in recognition of their love for their home, their faith and, and their heritage.

 

Tarani Napa is a mother of six children and three grandchildren. She is a certified primary school teacher, entrepreneur and creative artist. Tevairangi Napa is the eldest daughter of Tarani, and she is a proud mum of two children. She follows in her mother’s footsteps as a creative artist.

 

From the artists: The lagoons and oceans are bountiful with sea life, fish and gems (like black pearls), which link us to the world. On each island, the mighty coconut tree stands tall, a symbol of strength and goodness. ​The coconut tree provides for our health and well-being. ​Our precious Tivaevae quilts represent patience, love and unity. We honor God’s love and mercy with hats we wear to church, woven by skillful loving hands from the strands of rito, the young coconut leaf. We adorn ourselves with sweet scented Tiare tropical flowers, made into crowns and garlands. We are grateful for the arrival of Christianity to our shores 200 years ago. Christianity brought hope, peace and light, with an understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ.​