AnastasiaRickard

Anastasia Rickard is a scientist, entrepreneur, and contemporary fashion designer deeply rooted in the traditions of Māori weaving. Of Tainui, Te Arawa, and Ngāti Porou descent, she comes from a long line of raranga knowledge-holders, having learned her craft from her grandmother, a renowned master weaver in Aotearoa New Zealand. Her creative practice occupies a rare and compelling space where heritage meets innovation. Trained as a scientist, Anastasia discovered the hidden beauty of indigenous flora through microscopic imagery, work that would profoundly influence her design aesthetic. This fusion of mātauranga Māori and scientific inquiry defines her approach, where traditional weaving techniques meet contemporary expression. The resulting pieces are simultaneously traditional and contemporary, carrying the wisdom of generations while speaking a distinctly current visual language. Anastasia's work honours the generations of weaving knowledge passed down through her whānau while embracing innovation. Each piece she creates is meticulously handcrafted, woven from ethically sourced, sustainable indigenous materials that connect the wearer or collector to the whenua (land). Her collections have attracted attention from collectors seeking authentic cultural expression and investment-quality craftsmanship. Beyond her studio practice, Anastasia is a leading educator in traditional weaving, dedicated to preserving and perpetuating Māori cultural practices through workshops and mentorship across Aotearoa. Her philosophy centres on keeping culture alive through education, ensuring that the ancient art of raranga continues to thrive for generations to come. This commitment to cultural continuity adds profound depth to every piece she creates, each one carrying not only her own skill but the accumulated knowledge of her ancestors. Anastasia's work offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of living heritage. Her pieces are more than objects; they are vessels of cultural memory, expressions of scientific wonder, and testaments to the enduring power of Māori creative practice. To collect her work is to participate in the continuation of a lineage that stretches back through generations and forward into a vibrant future. Explore Anastasia Rickard's collection and invite a piece of this living tradition into your home or wardrobe, knowing that your support helps sustain Māori weaving practices for the next generation.