This reclaimed oar carries both physical history and personal lineage. Originally belonging to Andy Waugh’s grandfather, it has been carefully reworked to honour its life on the water while giving it a new future as an art object. The weathered yellow exterior speaks to years of use, while the hand-carved interior reveals layered native timber forms inspired by Māori whakairo motifs, referencing journey, connection, and whakapapa.
Balancing utility and storytelling, this piece is both sculptural and deeply sentimental - a tribute to craftsmanship passed through generations and the enduring relationship between people, water, and working tools.
