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.
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Voyage Hawaii #6
VOYAGE HAWAII # 6 , PYROGRAPHY AND OIL ON MANGO WOOD This work of art is unique in showing deep love for Hawaii and the lifestyle of its people. With a map of hawaii at its center the work shows the depth of connection between the Hawaii and all who visit its shores. The beautiful sunset sky, is set at…
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Voyage Hawaii #8
Voyage Hawaii # 5 Pyrography and Oil on Koa Wood This work of art is one-of-a-kind in its expressions of 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…
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Voyage Hawaii #9
Voyage Hawaii # 5 Pyrography and Oil on Mangowood This artwork is unique in its evocations of deep regard for Hawaii and the people who live there. A map of Hawaii is at the heart of the piece, suggesting the vastness of connection between islands and visitors alike. At the center is an illustration of the Hahalualele, sailing across the…
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Voyage Hawaii #10
“VIntage Hawaii you can see the sunset and moonrise at the same time. This artwork is unique in its evocations of deep regard for Hawaii and the people who live there. A map of Hawaii is at the heart of the piece, suggesting the vastness of connection between islands and visitors alike. At the center is an illustration of the…
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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…
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Puako triptych
Puako triptych Pyrography and Oil on Mango Wood, Photorealistic It is early in the day and a calm breeze blows across the ocean. The sun is just above the horizon, a bright disk in a palette of cold colors. In the foreground looking like a border the palm trees seem to wave one way or another. With you, the viewer…
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Surfer outrigger
Surfer & Outrigger Pyrography and Oil on Mango Wood, Photorealistic Hawaii is home of the ancient Polynesian god of surfing, who is said to among us today. Communicating with nature to produce the perfect wave is what he does. He knows what water temperature, humidity and time it takes for a wave to glide across the reef into shore, how…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Pele and Hiaka
PELE AND HIAKA OIL PAIN WITH PYROGRAPHY ON MANGO WOOD Oil Two nude female figures are seen on a Hawiian beach. Both figures are set in joyus movement with outstretched arms, enjoying the natural landscape. One figure is seen splashing the other, moving the sea in a powerful and playful upward motion. The second figure is calmer, presenting herself in…
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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…
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Palm Beach vertical
PALM BEACH VERTICAL OIL PAINT WITH ON MANGO WOOD The artist provides the viewer with the escape of a lifetime. Seated under the shadow of a mammoth palm tree is a simple beach umbrella and two chairs.While the rich blueness of the Pacific Ocean is seated in the background the viewer is presented with an opportunity to have a seat,…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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“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…
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Volcano Pele – Moon Phases
Volcano Pele with Blood moon phaes – Oil paint with pyrography on Koa wood – 24″ x 48″ x 1″
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Moonset Quartet
Moonset Quartet – Oil paint with Pyrography on Koa Wood – 4 panels, each 48″ x 12″ = 48″ x 48″
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Volcano Pele#1
Volcano Pele#1 – Oil paint with Pyrographyt on Koa wood – 24″ x 48″ x 1″
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Kona Triptych
Kona Triptych – Oil paint with pyrography on Mango wood – 3 panels each 48″ x 16″ inches = 48″ x 48″ Total
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Ancient Canoe Paddles
Ancient Canoe Paddles – Oil paint with Pyrography on Mango wood
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Anaehoomalu Bay Quartet
Anaehoomalu Bay Quartet – Oil with pyrography on Mango wood – 4 panels each 48″ x 12″ = 48″ x 48″ Total
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A Bay fishermen Sunset #1
A Bay fishermen Sunset #1 – Oil with pyrography on Mango wood – 40″ x 24″
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A Bay fishermen Sunset #2
A Bay fishermen Sunset #2 – Oil with pyrography on Mango wood – 40″ x 24″
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Outrigger Sail
Outrigger Sail – Oi paint with pyrography on Mango wood – 44″ x 48″
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Canoe Racers to the Moon
Canoe Racers to the Moon – Oil paint with pyrography on Koa wood
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Marinda’s Spa
Marinda’s Spa – Oil paint with Pyrography on Mango Wood – 32″ x 48.5″
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