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| Gallery of Recent Works All of the paintings in this online gallery are one of a kind original works |
"Last Dance" (Watercolor on Paper 20X30)
Carmen had the opportunity to visit Costa Rica with her mother recently . . . while there, she reconnected with her family who she hadn't seen for over 26 years . . . she also was blessed to rekindle a relationship with her namesake . . . "Tia Carmen's 91st birthday party made me realize that we only dance on this planet for a short time . . . time to dust off my dancing shoes . . ." --2005 |
"NA PUA O WAILUKU"(Watercolor on Paper 16X20) "Once upon a time, on an island not so far away, I met a lady who reflected the essence of Hawai'i . . . her spirit was free, and beautiful, and a light surrounded her even on the sunniest days . . . and she became my friend and I was truly blessed . . ." Ten years later Carmen got to know "Miki" (as so many folks call her) in an even more intimate way . . . as a subject . . . "I was reminded anew of the light in so many of the people of the islands . . . an innocence, and a nature that ensures warmth . . . no matter the season . . ." --2005 |
"PALS" (Watercolor on Paper 20x26) Living in Haiku for 25 years, Carmen always dreamed of painting "Pal" Perreira and his "friends." She finally stopped by the hog farm one day and was welcomed by Pal, Bernice and the other members of their family! --2005 |
"SHOW THE LADY YOUR DUCK"(Watercolor on paper 20X26) When visiting Pal's Hog Farm in Haiku, Carmen wanted to paint Pal and his great grandson . . . but Matthew wouldn't even look at her . . . not until Pal asked him if he wanted "to show the lady your duck . . ." --2005 |
"HAPPY VALLEY: TAKAMIYA MARKET"(Watercolor on Paper 16X20) Award Winner "Wailuku Paintout 2005" The Valley Isle is loaded with "happy places" . . . although "Happy Valley" is a sort of "remnant of the past" it's color and faces reminded the artist to " . . . take pleasure in even the simplest moments, for they, too are fleeting . . ." --2005 |
"DREAMBUILDER"(Watercolor on Paper 20X26) Private Collection "Phillip Kahele is one of those folks who just makes you smile . . . From the first minute he started building our "dream home" to the last nail, he was a joy to work with . . . As I worked on this painting, his smile was contagious . . . it's an honor to call Phillip my friend . . ." 2006 |
"THE DAY AFTER THE LAST THING" (Watercolor on Paper 20X26) In the spring of 2005, Carmen accepted a position as Executive Director of the Maui Flower Growers Association . . . one of her first duties was to attend the annual "Ulupalakua Thing" . . . an agricultural and locally grown products "show" and event . . . when she got home, and put all of her purchases on the counter, she looked at them, and saw a painting . . . it wasn't until a few months later she found out that the 2005 celebration would be the "Last Thing . . ." |
"EXEUNT"(Watercolor on Paper 11X14) Inspired by the artist's many years as an actor, director and producer, her love of the theatre is evident in this, her tribute to Shakespeare . . . 2006 |
"VANITY" (Watercolor on Paper 15X22) An exploration of color, glass and light, the artist's look at her perfume tray. --2006 |
"ELMER'S BANANA"S" (Watercolor on Paper 20X26) Carmen loves capturing "fleeting moments", such as bananas before they ripen, flowers ready to bloom, people doing their thing . . . |
| For More Information Carmen's work can be seen at Hui No'eau Gallery Shop on Baldwin Avenue just below the charming town of Makawao. Several of the original works on this site may be viewed and purchased from the artist. Carmen's studio is on West Kuiaha in Haiku and visitors are welcome by appointment. 808 573-7529. She also accepts commissions for portraits and other works of art. Email: Art Info . . . MauiArtist@hawaii.rr.com |
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