Kaleb Schad

Kaleb first began his creative journey by crafting knives from metal, which gradually evolved into incorporating Pounamu/greenstone for the handles. His growing interest in the stone caught the attention of master carver Deane Moreton, who took Kaleb under his wing and taught him traditional Māori designs and their deeper meanings.

Now, Kaleb is appreciating the finer aspects of carving and takes pride in creating meaningful pieces for the Moko Pounamu site—where his developing artistry continues to evolve with purpose and respect.