HAWAII OIL ON WOOD
In the vibrant artistic landscape of Hawaii, oil on wood paintings serve as a fascinating fusion of traditional craftsmanship and the island’s natural allure. With a backdrop of lush landscapes, pristine beaches, and vivid flora, David finds inspiration in the unique textures and hues of Hawaiian wood. From the ancient koa to the exotic monkeypod, each wood species offers its own character, enhancing the depth and warmth of oil pigments. These paintings not only celebrate the beauty of Hawaii’s environment but also evoke a sense of connection to its rich cultural heritage. With every brushstroke, artists bring to life the spirit of aloha on wooden canvases, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Hawaiian artistry.
“Voyage Hawaii # 5
Pyrography and Oil on Koa Wood This one-of-a-kind work prevokes a deep affection for Hawaii and the people who live there. The piece features a map of Hawaii at its heart, suggesting the breadth of link between the islands and all those who visit them. At the bottom of the work is a depiction of the Hokulea, the traditional voyaging…
A Bay fishermen Sunset #1
A Bay fishermen Sunset #1 – Oil with pyrography on Mango wood – 40″ x 24″
A Bay fishermen Sunset #2
A Bay fishermen Sunset #2 – Oil with pyrography on Mango wood – 40″ x 24″
Anaehoomalu Bay Quartet
Anaehoomalu Bay Quartet – Oil with pyrography on Mango wood – 4 panels each 48″ x 12″ = 48″ x 48″ Total
Ancient Canoe Paddles
Ancient Canoe Paddles – Oil paint with Pyrography on Mango wood
Aumakua Sextet
Aumakua Sextet – Oil paint with Pyrography on Mango Wood – 6 panels -32″ x 55.75″ x 1″
Beach palms triptych
BEACH PALM TRIPTYCH OIL ON BIRCHWOOD A calming Hawiian afternoon is depicted along an illuminated beach, shaded by the growth of palm trees. The use of eight palm trees creates a balance that creates a cohesive and tranquil setting. The horizon line highlights the grain of the medium used as it naturally provides a visual contrast for the viewer. A…
Canoe racers #2
CANOE RACERS #2 DIGITAL PRINT The feeling of power and Hawiian spirit is depicted in the movement of multiple canoe racers in a single vessel. Surrounded by a vast Pacific Ocean, a group of individuals pressing forward paddling against the waves inspires the viewer. Their vessel is set in deep hues of blues and purples, lush and deep in inspiration…
Canoe Racers to the Moon
Canoe Racers to the Moon – Oil paint with pyrography on Koa wood
Gurrelieder Triptych
Gurrelieder Triptych – Oil paint with Pyrography on Koa wood – 3 panels, each 48″ x 16″ x 1″
Hono hula #4
HONU HULA #4 OIL WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD This painting depicts three traditional hula dancers. These dancers are on their knees and dancing to the music as they flow through this piece with very bright colors, highlights and shadows. The three women express themselves as hula kanani, or hula girls expressing themselves in an open reality of rhythm and…
Honu Hula Pule (Prayer)
Honu Hula Pule (Prayer) – Oil paint with pyrography on Mango Wood
Inia Wood Headboard
Inia Wood Headboard – Oil paint with Pyrography in Inia wood – 34″ x 84″ x 2″
Kanani kanalani
KANANI KANALANI DIGITAL PRINT Unified by threes this work provides the viewer with a joyous narrative of the native Hawaiian Hula. Three Hula dancers are seen with outstretched and postured arms, beautifully capturing the rhythm of dance. The added fluidity of the dancers are exemplified in the curvature of the physical forms, their grass skirts and the water seated behind…
Kanani kanalani #1
KANANI KANALANI #1 OIL WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD Seen in this Pyrograph is the beautiful a talented Kanani, this work pays homage to the ancient Hawaiian dance called Hula. In the work you can see a presence of a powerful goddess, a strong woman with the elegance and grace of femininity. The hula dancer is decorated with traditional hula…
Kanani series #1
Kanani Series #1 OIL WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD This work depicts three Kanani ladies dancing exuberantly. The unique curvature of the bodies adds rhythm to the painting. Depicted is three women dancing in this work of art. Each woman is wearing a traditional grass skirt . They also wear leis around their necks and traditional hawaiian headdress’s. The works…
Kanani series #2
Kanani Series #2 OIL WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD This work depicts three Kanani each facing forward the ladies are topless they are wearing each are wearing a traditional skirt and double flower crown, their three skirts are flowing in different directions as they dance gracefully to the beat of the music. Three women are shown dancing in this piece…
Kanani series #3
Kanani Series #3 OIL WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD The Kanani series #3 depicts three different Hula dancers with their skirts moving to the rhythm of the music, each one found joy dancing the traditional Hawaiian dance. The hula is a traditional dance that existed in Hawaii before Western influences arrived in the islands. It is an artistic form that…
Kanani series #4
Kanani Series #4 OIL WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD The single – hula dancer is very popular in Hawai’i. Kanani dances with her hula skirts, each having fun and enjoying the traditional hula dance. It is a classic piece depicting Hawaiian culture and history. Kanani Series #4 captures the essence of this tradition. She stands looking off into space (away…
Kilauea 2018
KILAUEA 2018 OIL PAINT WITH ON KOA WOOD The Kilauea Volcano is presented on a landscape of rich tropical hues. A bisecting line of fire provides a flutidy and warmth to the work. The movement of an erupting volcano is used to add a cuvealiner line to the overall work. It is through the use of landscape space that the…
KOA FOREST TRIPTYCH
KOA FOREST TRIPTYCH OIL PAINT WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD The oil painting on mango wood that has oil paint on it looks like the forest is moving alive. The leaves sway into each other almost as if they are breathing and there is a lit lantern behind them that brings great contrast to the dark shadows under the trees.…
Koi pond diptych
KOI POND DIPTYCH OIL ON WOODEN PANEL The Koi Pond Diptych is inspired by my love of Japanese culture. The painting is displayed with two pieces that are hinged together, depicting a beautiful koi pond. It was created in oil paint on wooden panel. The colors of the koi fish are vibrant with greens, golds, blues and red. This painting…
Kona Triptych
Kona Triptych – Oil paint with pyrography on Mango wood – 3 panels each 48″ x 16″ inches = 48″ x 48″ Total
Kumu Hula
KUMU HULA DIGITAL PRINT Twelve female hula dancers are shown in a kneeling position, heads held in revenant positioning. The alignment of the twelve hula dancers is unifying as it provides a clear linear movement for the viewer. The use of color also creates a narrative of native Hawiian textile use and the historic importance of said garments. The overall…
Madame pele
MADAME PELE OIL PAINT WITH PYROGRAPHY ON KOA WOOD In this unique work on Koa Wood depicts Madame Pele , tutu Pele, dancing. This piece honors the goddess of Hawai’i island , Pelehonuamea. Pele is the creator of earth. She is the goddess of fire and volcanoes. The kanikau chant used in hula represents the breathing of the earth, Pele’s…
Marinda’s Spa
Marinda’s Spa – Oil paint with Pyrography on Mango Wood – 32″ x 48.5″
Maui ocean palms triptych
MAUI OCEAN PALMS TRIPTYCH OIL PAINT WITH PYROGRAPHY ON BIRCHWOOD A warm and inviting Hawiian day is depicted along an shaded oceanic view, the growth of palm trees is heavy in the foreground. The use of multiple palm trees creates a heaviness that is balanced by the lush greenery of the natural landscape. The horizon line highlights the grain of…
Moon phase Headboard
Moon phase Headboard – Oil paint with Pyrography in Koa wood – 34″ x 84″ x 2″
Moon Phase Triptych
Moon Phase Triptych – Oil paint with pyrography on Koa wood – 32″ x 48.5″
MOON PHASES WITH HOKULEA
“MOON PHASES WITH HOKULEA OIL PAINT WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD Oil The Hokulea vessel is seated to the left of the wood canvas. Set above it in a wreath-like shape is the lunar phases. The viewer is captivated by the beauty and similarity of this work. The use of shimmering blue shades and open space creates a visual vastness…
Moonset Quartet
Moonset Quartet – Oil paint with Pyrography on Koa Wood – 4 panels, each 48″ x 12″ = 48″ x 48″
Palm Beach #1
PALM BEACH Pyrography and Oil on Mango Wood, Photorealistic The day is set on the beach, with a standard wa’a, which is a single-outrigger canoe represented on the right. The sand’s bright warmth and the wood’s calmness combine to create a relaxing atmosphere. The blues merge into one another on the shoreline, building up to a deep blue of the…
Palm beach diptych
PALM BEACH DIPTYCH Oil paint with Pyrography on Mango wood Seen in this work is four palm trees from a far away depth and perspective. The tall palm trees loom over the sand and wave in the distance. This is a very serene and inviting piece, with just enough drama to make it interesting. The color palette carries an even…
PALM BEACH TRIPTYCH #1
“PALM BEACH TRIPTYCH #1 Pyrography and Oil on Mango Wood The day is set on the beach, with a standard wa’a, which is a single-outrigger canoe represented on the right. The sand’s bright warmth and the wood’s calmness combine to create a relaxing atmosphere. The blues merge into one another on the shoreline, building up to a deep blue of…
Palm beach triptych #3
PALM BEACH TRIPTYCH #5 OIL PAINT WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD. This triptych is unifed by the frawns of four palm trees creating a vignette that frames the calm of a sandy and distant beach experience. The use of an oceanic horizon line greates a distance that evokes memories of crashing waves. The use of three panels provdes the artist…
Palm beach triptych #5
PALM BEACH TRIPTYCH #5 OIL PAINT WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD. This triptych is unifed by the frawns of four palm trees creating a vignette that frames the calm of a sandy and distant beach perspective. The use of an oceanic horizon line greates a distance that evokes memories of crashing waves. The use of three panels provdes the artist…
