Founder of Mrpeipz Designs, Paora is an artist whose work is deeply rooted in te ao Māori, specializing in digital design with a focus on interior artwork and sculptural pieces that honour both tradition and innovation. Graduating from Toihoukura in 2022, he launched his career with a commitment to weaving Māori perspectives into contemporary art spaces. Alongside his role as a dedicated Pāpā, Paora balances his thriving art practice with being a professional Haututu in the Haututu Hacklab, where he pushes the boundaries of digital and tactile mediums, exploring the dynamic intersections of art, culture, and technology from a uniquely Māori worldview.