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Item #5 Makuakane Fisherman
Item #9 Ku’u Hoaaloha – Beloved Companion
Item #8 Ku’I – Hula’s Thunder
Location: Commission, Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Installation: 2008
Commission by: Private
Makuakane translates as elderly man. He is depicted as an elderly version of the throw net fisherman previously created and known as Kanaka’ikeokekai – The Knowledgeable Man of the Sea.
It is customary to see a Makuakane with his net over his shoulder peerin
Location: Commission, Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Installation: 2008
Commission by: Private
Makuakane translates as elderly man. He is depicted as an elderly version of the throw net fisherman previously created and known as Kanaka’ikeokekai – The Knowledgeable Man of the Sea.
It is customary to see a Makuakane with his net over his shoulder peering into the waters of the sea, especially at dusk.
This sculpture, cast in bronze, stands approximately 5’ H.
Item #8 Ku’I – Hula’s Thunder
Item #9 Ku’u Hoaaloha – Beloved Companion
Item #8 Ku’I – Hula’s Thunder
Collected: Worldwide
Installation: 1984
Artist Portfolio
Ku’I – Hula’s Thunder was created in 1983 and cast in bronze in 1984. Joel participated in the hula dancing group that performed Hula Kahiko.
The tradional dancers are wearing boar’s teeth wristlets and dog teeth anklets that make a rushing sound when the dancers move their feet. Th
Collected: Worldwide
Installation: 1984
Artist Portfolio
Ku’I – Hula’s Thunder was created in 1983 and cast in bronze in 1984. Joel participated in the hula dancing group that performed Hula Kahiko.
The tradional dancers are wearing boar’s teeth wristlets and dog teeth anklets that make a rushing sound when the dancers move their feet. The stomp (Ku’i) step in dance produces a thundering sound and thus the sculpture is named Ku’I – Hula’s Thunder.
Item #9 Ku’u Hoaaloha – Beloved Companion
Item #9 Ku’u Hoaaloha – Beloved Companion
Item #9 Ku’u Hoaaloha – Beloved Companion
Collected: Worldwide
Installation: 1990
Artist Portfolio
Ku’u – is the companion ancient Hula Kahiko dancer. She is more graceful and compliments her Ku’i partner in dance.
She is dressed as an ancient dancer and therefore is not clothed on the top. This piece can be constructed with a covered bosom if commissioned that way.
Item #4 Canoe Club – Canoe Paddlers
Item #9 Ku’u Hoaaloha – Beloved Companion
Item #9 Ku’u Hoaaloha – Beloved Companion
Location: Commission, Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Installation: 2013
Commission by: Hualalai Resort
This sculpture is done partly in relief and finished with the jutting of the canoe and it’s paddlers extending towards the front.
The relief portion is approximately 12 ft. wide and 10 ft. in height. The background in the relief is of the Hualalai Moun
Location: Commission, Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Installation: 2013
Commission by: Hualalai Resort
This sculpture is done partly in relief and finished with the jutting of the canoe and it’s paddlers extending towards the front.
The relief portion is approximately 12 ft. wide and 10 ft. in height. The background in the relief is of the Hualalai Mountains to the sea. There are several items depicted, a double hull canoe, a whale, dolphins, a turtle all in the sea. The paddlers extend another 12 ft. towards the front and center and is in full three dimension.
This is cast in bronze.
Item #6 Honu- Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
Item #6 Honu- Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
Item #6 Honu- Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
Location: Commission, Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Installation: 2010
Commission by: Private
Hawaiian culture hold Honu in high regard, some feel they are family ancestors, a protector or ‘aumakua. Legend in ancient creation chants tell of supernatural powers that Honu possess. Regarded as guardian or caretaker of the sea, today’s Honu are docile an
Location: Commission, Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Installation: 2010
Commission by: Private
Hawaiian culture hold Honu in high regard, some feel they are family ancestors, a protector or ‘aumakua. Legend in ancient creation chants tell of supernatural powers that Honu possess. Regarded as guardian or caretaker of the sea, today’s Honu are docile and can be observed by swimmer and snorkelers alike. The Hawaiian Islands maintain Wildlife Refuge areas where these calm creature will emerge from diving for algae off rock, to sun along the water’s edge, The artist depicts a Honu as it launches off the sandy ocean floor causing a whirlpool of magic in motion. When seen through its watery world, a Honu’s carapace, sometimes three feet in length, appears as a multi-color of brilliance in orange, gold, blue, and olive green.
Large Torch Fisherman:
Item #6 Honu- Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
Item #6 Honu- Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
The Large Torch Fisherman "Lawelima" is a monument sized bronze sculpture that was privately commissioned. It depicts a fisherman with a torch made of kukui nut meats, and a spear to fish in the twilight hours of the evening. This sculpture stands 10 foot tall. (Molds are still available for this sculpture so it can be reproduced.)
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Item #11 Travelers
Item #10 Pele – Goddess of Fire
Item #11 Travelers
Artist Portfolio
These Travelers walked the paths of volcanic eruptions to transport their wares from one point to another over the island. They carry their water, nourishment tied to long poles slung over their shoulders. They document their travels by petroglyphs on the lava surface. They usually travel in groups.
This sculpture is not
Artist Portfolio
These Travelers walked the paths of volcanic eruptions to transport their wares from one point to another over the island. They carry their water, nourishment tied to long poles slung over their shoulders. They document their travels by petroglyphs on the lava surface. They usually travel in groups.
This sculpture is not presently cast in bronze, and changes can be made prior to casting.
Item #13 Pikoman
Item #10 Pele – Goddess of Fire
Item #11 Travelers
Collection: Private
Installed: 1993
Artist Portfolio
Pikoman is an ancient grandfather figure who is planting the umbilical cord of his grandchild. Culture shares that the umbilical cord of an infant must be buried to prevent it from rodent activity. It is believed that if the umbilical cord is devoured by a rodent, the child will grow up
Collection: Private
Installed: 1993
Artist Portfolio
Pikoman is an ancient grandfather figure who is planting the umbilical cord of his grandchild. Culture shares that the umbilical cord of an infant must be buried to prevent it from rodent activity. It is believed that if the umbilical cord is devoured by a rodent, the child will grow up to be a thief.
This sculpture is depicted here in terra cotta. When commissioned, it shall be cast in bronze.
Item #10 Pele – Goddess of Fire
Item #10 Pele – Goddess of Fire
Item #10 Pele – Goddess of Fire
Artist Portfolio
Pele – Goddess of Fire is depicted here in modeling clay. She has not been produced in bronze to date. She is known throughout Polynesia as the creator of land. Pele often is known to rule the eruption of volcano in Polynesia. She is a demi-god and observed as a gentle manager of land development through volcanic eruption.
Item #12 Keawekuloa
Item #10 Pele – Goddess of Fire
Item #10 Pele – Goddess of Fire
Artist Portfolio
Keawekuloa is constructed of Terra Cotta at this time. He will be cast in bronze when commissioned. He is dressed in a shredded Ti Leaf cloak which repels rain. He is depicted among the Ha’o bush with his paddle as he scouts the ocean for a location to launch his canoe.
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Item #17 Wahine Kahiko
Item #16 Travelers – Pen & Ink
Item #16 Travelers – Pen & Ink
Collection: Private
Installed: 2008
Artist Portfolio
Wahine Kahiko translated is ancient female in ancient dance. She has a pa’u skirt covered by a ti-leaf skirt, and is commissioned with a covered top.
This painting was done in acrylics.
Item #16 Travelers – Pen & Ink
Item #16 Travelers – Pen & Ink
Item #16 Travelers – Pen & Ink
Collection: Private
Installed: 1983
Artist Portfolio
This print of the Travelers has been sold over the last forty years. Silk printed on kettle cloth and framed. The paper print can be sold for prints on paper and fabric.
Item #7 Kanaka’ikeokekaiSuite
Item #16 Travelers – Pen & Ink
Item #7 Kanaka’ikeokekaiSuite
Location: Commission, Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Installation: 2003
Artist Portfolio: Molds constructed.
This suite of Thrownet Fisherman depicts the five different stages of the art of throw net fishing. First the net is gathered, then placed in position for throwing, next the school of fish are spotted and the throw net fisherman launches, pullin
Location: Commission, Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Installation: 2003
Artist Portfolio: Molds constructed.
This suite of Thrownet Fisherman depicts the five different stages of the art of throw net fishing. First the net is gathered, then placed in position for throwing, next the school of fish are spotted and the throw net fisherman launches, pulling in the catch and repeating the process.
In the five piece suite, all are cast in a limited edition of 45.
Item #18 Waterfalls
Item #16 Travelers – Pen & Ink
Item #7 Kanaka’ikeokekaiSuite
Collection: Private
Installed: 1995
Artist Portfolio
Waterfalls is a water color commissioned by a private collector.
Item #15 Hokulia
Item #14 Kana’i – The Conqueror
Item #19 Kaanapali
Collection: Private
Installed: 1996
Artist Portfolio
Hokulia was created as a commission for buyers of a condominium in Kailua-Kona. It has been revised as a female hula dancer in motion, modern dressed in ti-leaf skirt and top.
Item #19 Kaanapali
Item #14 Kana’i – The Conqueror
Item #19 Kaanapali
Collection: Private
Installed: 2014
Artist Portfolio
This acrylic and water color painting is done of picturesque Kaanapali shores on Maui, Hawai’i.
Item #14 Kana’i – The Conqueror
Item #14 Kana’i – The Conqueror
Item #14 Kana’i – The Conqueror
Collection: Kamehameha Schools
Installed: 199
Artist Portfolio
Kana’i – The Conqueror is shown in bronze. He is a warrior, a protector of royalty. His weapon is made of whale bone and is secreted until needed. He wears a “Mahiole” cap of feathers and a cloak of feathers for protection and distinction.
Baldwin High School
Item #14 Kana’i – The Conqueror
Item #14 Kana’i – The Conqueror
The official name is "Ku Kilakila' and was commissioned by Honolulu Art in Public Places. A bronze 23 foot sculpture mounted on a six foot flag post deemed a cultural monument on the campus of the Baldwin High School campus in Kahului, Maui. This sculpture depicts the past, present, and future, by three people of such generations.