Monday, December 12, 2011

Mauka (toward the mountains) view


In Hawaii, directions to a destination often include one of two words: mauka—toward the mountains, and makai—toward the sea. Such is life on an island. It's wonderful to be in a place where you can be viewing a an amazing, panoramic seascape and then turn around to see equally beautiful mountains. This painting is a view from Lahaina on Maui. It doesn't do it justice. You'll have to go see it for yourself.
West Maui Mauka, oil, 8" x 16"

1 comment:

Laurel Daniel said...

Great sense of depth and sheer scale. I'd say you took us there. Thanks! I needed a vacation! :)