The Porowhita (the closed circle) is said to represent the circle of life. It has no beginning and no end; it is seamless, and we are all a part of it.
Porowhita tells of the stars and planets that are part of the cycle of existence, holding the knowledge of our origins. It is often combined with other elements like the Koru (the spiral), linking love and a new beginning to the eternal cycle of life.
For an artist, the Porowhita represents the relationship and unity between the creator and their craft – the bringing together of head, hand, and heart.