Fumio Noguchi

Fumio is a Japanese artisan carver who lives in Nelson, New Zealand, AOTEAROA.

He started carving in the year 2000 under the guidance of David Paki who is a Maori Carving Teacher.

Fumio, a descendant of Japanese Samurai (believed since 13th century) started carving traditional Japanese NETSUKE in 2004. He uses cow bone, deer antler, hard woods, ivory or anything similar to horn or tusk.

Fumio is a busy father of three and does lots of commission work and just enjoys carving in the workshop that stands in his vege garden with three tame hens walking around.

This is just an example of this artist's work. If you wish to view more of their work then please contact us