Illustrator for Kura Rēhia's game, TIPU (November, 2025)

Illustrator for Kura Rēhia's game, TIPU (November, 2025)

 

I had incredible journey creating mahi toi for Kura Rēhia’s expansion pack to KAUPAPA, TIPU! I illustrated 90 Cards within this game — creating a fun experience for early learners of te reo Māori. 

 

Abstract from Kura Rēhia:

TIPU — the playful way to learn te reo, together.

TIPU is a fast-paced, beginner-friendly, bilingual word game full of movement, laughter, and clever clues. Learn te reo Māori as you play, across four Māui-inspired rounds with fresh twists each time.

How it works

  • Guess kupu using actions, sounds, rhymes, and more
  • Play in English or full te reo Māori
  • The same words return each round with new challenges from Māui

Features

  • Beginner-friendly Māori word game
  • No fluency needed — learn as you play
  • Pronunciation guidance on every card
  • Fun for the whole whānau (20–40 minutes)

Includes

  • 90 illustrated Word Cards
  • 15 Māui Cards
  • 24 Māori Māui Cards
  • 25 Beginner Māui Cards
  • 1 45-second timer

Game Design: Rosie Remmerswaal & Āio Mataira-Wharerarauwhe
Illustrations: Sara Moana
Graphic Design: Maimoa Creative
Translation & Quality Assurance: Hēmi Kelly

 

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