Sought after by clients from around the world, Maria’s art is a dynamic fusion of vibrant, contemporary colours and forms, laden with references to Fiji’s unique culture, colourful reefs, and tropical wildlife. Maria refers to her growing body of work as her “Love Song to Fiji”. Collaborating with a team of emerging local artists, Maria works primarily in dyes on silk, and acrylics on masi, also k
nown as barkcloth. Sigavou Studios has pioneered new ways of honoring Fiji’s beautiful barkcloth traditions, celebrating an ancient symbol of cultural identity while creating cutting-edge visual art that provides a splash of colour in tune with many a 21st century interior design. All barkcloth we paint on is handcrafted by Maria’s extended family, living in a seaside village on the remote island of Vatulele. There is something for everyone in the Sigavou showroom – from small, limited edition paintings that fit easily into a backpack, to large feature pieces that find their way into upmarket corporate offices and vast resort lobbies. Hand-painted greeting cards and other creative gifts compliment the Sigavou range. We welcome walk-ins from 9am-5pm on weekdays and visits by appointment on weekends. For additional information please visit our website: www.art-sigavou.com
