ABOUT · CLIENT STORIES
What clients
say
Every commission begins with a conversation and ends with something that belongs — in a garden, a home, or a life.
"Through his work with the stone, he gave it life."
Tohora Taonga — Whale Tail
Kawhia, New Zealand
"You truly captured our family's essence — and after 12 months we still cannot find the words."
Dave and Nisha
Auckland, New Zealand
COMMISSIONS
Sculptures made
for your story
"Brett, it's nearly a year since our wedding and the unveiling of the most amazing gift anyone has ever given us. The carving was breathtaking and shares pride of place in the foyer of our family home. You truly captured our family's essence — and after 12 months we still cannot find the words."
Dave and Nisha
New Zealand
"I've spent lots of time looking at the sculpture since it was put in place. It's made the garden and the house complete. It's exactly what we were hoping for — the way the light works on it changes every moment."
Tony and Tracey
New Zealand
"I can see it from many angles from the house and it always reminds me of how lucky I have been to have been surrounded by so much love as the Korus show. A year has passed and the sculpture never ceases to delight me with the warm memories it evokes. God bless you both."
Natalie Brockie
New Zealand
"I contacted Keno Sculpture with an unusual project with a tight schedule and budget, and they worked with me to get it done on time, on budget, and to a very high standard. I found them helpful, friendly, and professional every step of the way."
Wolf Hutch
Wellington, New Zealand
"My appreciation and thanks for your part in the most beautiful and precious gift (apart from my children and moko) I have ever received.It looks stunning on our deck with a native garden backdrop. Awesome, fantastic, ka mau te wehi!"
Megz
Halayna's Gift, New Zealand
"The beauty and strength in this piece is evident when we see and touch it every day. We can feel the wairua that began from your mind and heart and followed through your hands into the stone."
Amelia and Solf
Tanoa Bowl — Neo-Natal Trust
MEMORIALS & HEADSTONES
Honouring
a loved one
These words were shared with us by whānau who trusted Brett with some of the most meaningful work he does. We share them with care and gratitude.
"I cannot thank you enough for all the time and effort you put into our baby's headstone. It truly means so much to me. Thank you for all your hard work and the way you cared for and respected us throughout this process."
Ours just for a moment
Auckland, New Zealand
"In simple words — Brett is absolutely AMAZING. From the time I picked up the phone he was so helpful and professional, he put my mind at ease straight away. Our whānau wanted someone with talent, experience and Tikanga Māori. He matched this and much more."
Tohora Taonga — Whale Tail
Kawhia, New Zealand
WORKSHOPS
Learning
by hand
"Amazingly generous hosts, extremely talented artists and the most patient of teachers. I had an absolute ball and learnt so much from you both. I am incredibly proud of what I (we!) created — I cannot wait to come back."
Julie
The Weekender, New Zealand
"We covered the sculpture with a sheet and had our daughter unveil the Pikorua to great surprise. There was an audible gasp and clapping when I revealed who the artist was — me!"
Graeme
The Weekender, New Zealand
"It was most enriching to hear how it was all done by hand rather than by machine. The symbolism of human touch transforming stone into a work of beauty resonated with each one of us. We are so impressed with your work, your lives, and your sense of wonder."
Daniel
School of Architecture — Studio visit