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Marcia Timboy Art
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Opae ula & O`opu Stream
Acrylic on Canvas. 28"×22". $1200. 2024
Opae ula, Halocaridina rubra, small red shrimp, are endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, and commonly found in anchialine pools on Hawaiʻi and Maui Island. Oopu nakea, Awaous stamineus, are the largest of the native Hawaiian stream fish. They are considered a delicacy.
Opae ula, Halocaridina rubra, small red shrimp, are endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, and commonly found in anchialine pools on Hawaiʻi and Maui Island. Oopu nakea, Awaous stamineus, are the largest of the native Hawaiian stream fish. They are considered a delicacy.
O`opu fish detail
O`opu fish detail
Opae ula detail
Opae ula detail
Kaunaoa Pohuehue
Kauna`oa & Pōhuehue.
Oil on Canvas. 28"×30". $1500. 2024
Pōhuehue is often seen growing in conjunction with kaunaoa, an orange spaghetti-like vine that grows atop the plant. Although the relationship is parasitic (kaunaoa relies on its host species for nutrients), it does not detrimentally affect the host plant and the two are able to exist in harmony.
💞 The mo‘olelo (story) of the plant chronicles the intertwinement of two lovers, Pōhuehue and Kaunaoa. They grew fond of each other and spent time together on the beach. However, their love could not prevent a heated argument from ensuing. Pōhuehue fled by canoe and made his way to Lāna‘i. Despite being separated for several years, Kaunaoa remained hopeful that her lover would return. After dreaming about her one night, Pōhuehue scattered the flowers of the hau tree into the ocean. The flowers made their way to Kahana Bay. Kaunaoa called upon her ‘aumakua (family guardian) and followed the path of the flowers to Pōhuehue on the shores of Lāna‘i. The reuniting of the lovers is said to be why pōhuehue vines are often interlaced with the strands of kaunaoa, both on the beach and in lei.
Oil on Canvas. 28"×30". $1500. 2024
Pōhuehue is often seen growing in conjunction with kaunaoa, an orange spaghetti-like vine that grows atop the plant. Although the relationship is parasitic (kaunaoa relies on its host species for nutrients), it does not detrimentally affect the host plant and the two are able to exist in harmony.
💞 The mo‘olelo (story) of the plant chronicles the intertwinement of two lovers, Pōhuehue and Kaunaoa. They grew fond of each other and spent time together on the beach. However, their love could not prevent a heated argument from ensuing. Pōhuehue fled by canoe and made his way to Lāna‘i. Despite being separated for several years, Kaunaoa remained hopeful that her lover would return. After dreaming about her one night, Pōhuehue scattered the flowers of the hau tree into the ocean. The flowers made their way to Kahana Bay. Kaunaoa called upon her ‘aumakua (family guardian) and followed the path of the flowers to Pōhuehue on the shores of Lāna‘i. The reuniting of the lovers is said to be why pōhuehue vines are often interlaced with the strands of kaunaoa, both on the beach and in lei.
Maiapilo
Oil on Canvas. 16"×20".
$650. 2024
Maiapilo, Capparis sandwichiana, is a species of flowering plant in the Capparaceae family endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. Maiapilo is listed as vulnerable by the IUCN and is threatened by grazing, competition with invasive species, and habitat destruction.
$650. 2024
Maiapilo, Capparis sandwichiana, is a species of flowering plant in the Capparaceae family endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. Maiapilo is listed as vulnerable by the IUCN and is threatened by grazing, competition with invasive species, and habitat destruction.
I Walea ka Manu i Ka`ula o ka Lehua
(The bird is attracted
by the redness
of the lehua. )
Oil on Canvas. 20" x 36" (Triptych) $1500
Waiau, Kēlā Wai Kamaha‘o.
Oil on canvas panel.
16"×20" $800
‘Ike maka iā Waiau / Kēlā wai kamaha‘o / I ka piko o ke kuahiwi" (She "sees" Waiau with her own eyes / That amazing lake / At the peak of the mountain).*
The trip of Queen Emma in 1882, to see, and conduct a ceremonial bath in Waiau, is one of significant symbolism. It is believed that the Queen sought to demonstrate her lineage and godly connections, and to perform a ceremonial cleansing in the most sacred of the waters of Kāne.
*This mele/song/chant was composed as result of this trip.
16"×20" $800
‘Ike maka iā Waiau / Kēlā wai kamaha‘o / I ka piko o ke kuahiwi" (She "sees" Waiau with her own eyes / That amazing lake / At the peak of the mountain).*
The trip of Queen Emma in 1882, to see, and conduct a ceremonial bath in Waiau, is one of significant symbolism. It is believed that the Queen sought to demonstrate her lineage and godly connections, and to perform a ceremonial cleansing in the most sacred of the waters of Kāne.
*This mele/song/chant was composed as result of this trip.
Westside Wiliwili
Oil on Canvas
20"×24". $1300 [SOLD]
Wiliwili, Erythrina sandwicensis, is one of the few native deciduous trees in Hawaiʻi, and will grow in the harshest environments. A preferred choice wood for surfboards, early Hawaiians also believed that when wiliwili were flowering along the coast, sharks were most likely to bite.
20"×24". $1300 [SOLD]
Wiliwili, Erythrina sandwicensis, is one of the few native deciduous trees in Hawaiʻi, and will grow in the harshest environments. A preferred choice wood for surfboards, early Hawaiians also believed that when wiliwili were flowering along the coast, sharks were most likely to bite.
Pua Aloalo. Ma`o Hau Hele.
Oil on canvas. 16"×20" $800
An endemic species found only in Hawai’i, it's also an endangered species with very few populations left in the wild. They are usually found in the dry to mesic forests of all the main islands except Ni’ihau (it was once reportedly collected from Kaho’olawe but now it no longer exists there).
An endemic species found only in Hawai’i, it's also an endangered species with very few populations left in the wild. They are usually found in the dry to mesic forests of all the main islands except Ni’ihau (it was once reportedly collected from Kaho’olawe but now it no longer exists there).
Red pears and mango
Red pears and mango.
Oil on canvas. 16"×20"
$600
Oil on canvas. 16"×20"
$600
Nā Mauna Ho'oilo Sunset
Oil on canvas
24"×48" 2023
$1800
Ho`oilo (cooler, wetter "winter") is one of the two seasons in Hawai'i, whereas, Kauwela (hot, dry "summer") is the other. Nā Mauna (the mountains) of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa flank the sun's setting as we gaze towards the westside.
24"×48" 2023
$1800
Ho`oilo (cooler, wetter "winter") is one of the two seasons in Hawai'i, whereas, Kauwela (hot, dry "summer") is the other. Nā Mauna (the mountains) of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa flank the sun's setting as we gaze towards the westside.
Kokiʻo Keʻokeʻo
Oil on canvas.
20"×24". $1200
Koki’o Ke’oke’o is one of only two native Hawaiian white hibiscuses in the world known to have fragrant flowers. Their fragrance is strongest in the morning when the flowers open and early in the evening before they close. The flowers of this species were traditionally used for medicine while the bark was used for cordage.
20"×24". $1200
Koki’o Ke’oke’o is one of only two native Hawaiian white hibiscuses in the world known to have fragrant flowers. Their fragrance is strongest in the morning when the flowers open and early in the evening before they close. The flowers of this species were traditionally used for medicine while the bark was used for cordage.
Ulua fo Shua
Acrylic and oil pastel on canvas. 2022
20"×24". $1200
"Ulua fo Shua" (Ulua for sure!) is a pidgin term used by many kama'aina expressing determination, certainty, guarantee! ‘Ulua, or Giant Trevally, are the largest of all Jacks and are admired for their size, vigor, and strength.
Ka ulua kapapa o ke kai loa (The ulua fish is a strong warrior). ‘A‘ohe ia e loa‘a aku, he ulua kāpapa no ka moana (He cannot be caught; he is an ulua of the deep ocean), said in admiration of a hero who won’t yield without a struggle.
Several verses regarding ulua are found in Hawaiian songs and chants (e.g., huki i ka ulua, pull in the ulua, which could figuratively be taken to mean, get your man). In a popular Hawaiian song, Moanalua, a verse speaks of the strong and powerful actions of the ulua. Holo lio la‘au me ka ulua. Ride the merry-go-round with an ulua fish.
20"×24". $1200
"Ulua fo Shua" (Ulua for sure!) is a pidgin term used by many kama'aina expressing determination, certainty, guarantee! ‘Ulua, or Giant Trevally, are the largest of all Jacks and are admired for their size, vigor, and strength.
Ka ulua kapapa o ke kai loa (The ulua fish is a strong warrior). ‘A‘ohe ia e loa‘a aku, he ulua kāpapa no ka moana (He cannot be caught; he is an ulua of the deep ocean), said in admiration of a hero who won’t yield without a struggle.
Several verses regarding ulua are found in Hawaiian songs and chants (e.g., huki i ka ulua, pull in the ulua, which could figuratively be taken to mean, get your man). In a popular Hawaiian song, Moanalua, a verse speaks of the strong and powerful actions of the ulua. Holo lio la‘au me ka ulua. Ride the merry-go-round with an ulua fish.
Night School... Best time for (catch) Menpachi. U'u.
Acrylic on canvas 2021
24" x 24" $1000
'U'u (Myripristis berndti), soldierfishes (Family Holocentridae) regularly school when they are the most active, at dusk/dawn and night. Called menpachi (colloquial Japanese name) by many kama'aina; this fish is an important and abundant food source here in Hawai'i, and also in Japan.
24" x 24" $1000
'U'u (Myripristis berndti), soldierfishes (Family Holocentridae) regularly school when they are the most active, at dusk/dawn and night. Called menpachi (colloquial Japanese name) by many kama'aina; this fish is an important and abundant food source here in Hawai'i, and also in Japan.
Hau Blossoms Downstream.
Oil on canvas.
12"×24"
$400
12"×24"
$400
Kona Shoreline Nā Pua Kou on Blue Pareau.
Oil on canvas.
12"×24"
$350
12"×24"
$350
Malalo iho `alohi. There's brightness beneath us living on volcanic islands.
Acrylic on canvas. 24"×24" 2022
$800
$800
Mai ka lā hiki a ka lā kau.
From the sun's arrival to the sun's rest... A day's living from sunrise to sunset. Acrylic on Canvas
30" x 40" x 1.5"
$1500.00
2023
30" x 40" x 1.5"
$1500.00
2023
Mauna Loa Sunset Nene with Moonrise
Acrylic on canvas 2022
24"×24"
$800
24"×24"
$800
Beach camping mahina lā
Acrylic on canvas 2021
20" X 16"
$600
20" X 16"
$600
Hulu makua
Acrylic on canvas 2020
16" X 14"
$400
16" X 14"
$400
Twilight skies and Mauna
Acrylic on canvas 2020
16"x20"
$600
16"x20"
$600
Na moku
Acrylic on canvas 2020
16" x 20"
$600
16" x 20"
$600
Weke pahulu. Weke ā.
Acrylic on canvas 2020
20 " x 16"
$700
Named for a chief of evil spirits on Lānai who was killed by Kaululā`au; his spirit enchanted certain
fish, especially weke (goatfish); if a weke head is eaten near bedtime, nightmares are said to result, the more intense the dream. Some kahuna would eat weke to evoke prophetic visions.
20 " x 16"
$700
Named for a chief of evil spirits on Lānai who was killed by Kaululā`au; his spirit enchanted certain
fish, especially weke (goatfish); if a weke head is eaten near bedtime, nightmares are said to result, the more intense the dream. Some kahuna would eat weke to evoke prophetic visions.
Honoli`i get sets [SOLD]
Acrylic on canvas 2020
16" x 20"
$500 SOLD
16" x 20"
$500 SOLD
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