Take A Look At These Hawaiian Ocean Paintings

By Kathleen Hamilton


People seem to have lots of objectified stereotypes when it comes to Hawaii. From hula skirts to pineapples, there is just no limit in how fixed some peoples minds can be. However, one thing that cant be disputed when it has to do with analogy with the Aloha State is the Big Old Blue. Take a moment for these Hawaii ocean paintings.

The exquisite land of Hawaii is just that, so beautiful and exquisite, that no doubt it excites and tingles that preternatural Artists Sense. You will not be hard put to find a spot in this paradise youll like, and then translate that picture into the immortal canvas. That this paradisiacal state has inspired numerous artists is not exactly news. However, that some artworks have come to be such cherished collectibles might be news to you.

Forget Hawaii for a moment, and lets zero down on the Waters. The thing is, whether in Polynesia or not, this is always a daunting artistic subject to try. There are all the blends of color, and that restless movement of the waves which must be captured. Cobalt blue, aquamarine, steel gray, green flashes, and then splashes of white, there is the whole palette of colors to choose from.

The horizon always looks different from the sea. Right at that quintessential point where the sun and sea proffer that picture which has inspired the imagination of artists billions of times, even way back centuries past. Therefore, its safe to say that it is a classic picture, with different variations that you may soon get tired of looking at.

Then again, if you are an art lover, you will be able to find scenic spots here that will inspire you and motivate you in your artistic endeavors. The openness and versatility of the culture are sure to keep you afloat since you will have nothing to be afraid or intimidated of. In Hawaii, there are all kinds of artisans, who create many kinds of unique artworks, who handle different styles, media, and techniques.

The early exploration by the Europeans brought many interesting artworks down its trail. This is not to be wondered at, seeing as how these people deliberately loaded their expeditions with documenters and chroniclers to paint out the landscape, flora, fauna, and so called savages in all the regions they set sail to. We have mentioned the Volcano School, in which the aforementioned were latently responsible for creating. The artists in this school usually used watercolors. The trend was such that important people wound up calling this period the Hawaiian Renaissance. Hmm, not bad.

Of course, there arent merely the paintings or so called fine arts. This state is rich in other art forms too, whether theyre indigenous or adopted. For instance, you have petroglyphs, kapa fabrics, feather work, wood carvings, and even tattooing, which is a legit form of art. Kapa, in particular, is quite versatile, since it can be used as clothing, banners, robes, bedspreads, et cetera, et cetera.

Of course, you have certain key points to keep in mind. Some scholars have taken it upon themselves to really delineate the Hawaiian enterprise. In the broadest category, you have pre European, modernist, post modernist, and non native art. As you can perhaps guess, the first is attributed to the Polynesians who have long peopled the islands, from about 1000 to 2000 years ago. Theres also the European era, which was around the time when Captain Cook arrived with his crew.

Therefore, there are really many delineations when it comes to art. Traditional artworks are still possible to source in many channels since it is a very nifty way to preserve native culture or are just really lucrative in the tourist trade. However, pre colonial or post colonial, there is one quintessential feature that has never gone amiss, the ocean.




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