Kagami (sp. Alectis ciliaris), 15″ x 12″

The Kagami or “Mirror” in Japanese is named so because of its flat wide body and silvery chrome color. By reflecting its surroundings, it possesses a perfect camouflage.

Kilauea (sp. Caranx lugubris), 31″ x 21″

A consummate tactician, it deftly uses rock formations to cut off fishing lines if hooked up. When cruising by the reef looking for its next meal, its disposition garners high respect from other fish. While other species in his family may be cause to back off, the Black Ulua creates a path that widens considerably, giving ample room to move about.

Moi Hole (sp. Polydactylus sexfilis), 31″ x 21″

Highly prized as food source in Hawaiian culture, only royalty were allowed to enjoy this fish. Armed with 16 Opae or shrimp, we were fortunate to land 13 fish. Thirteen was a lucky number for us that day.

White Ulua (sp. Carangus ignobilis), 31″ x 24″

Available as giclee reproduction

The Jack Travelly is the ultimate shoreline game fish in Hawaii. A brutal fighter, it can grow to over a hundred pounds. The Hawaiian language is very descriptive, having different names for living things according to their stage of maturity. A juvenile is called a “Papio” and an adult an “Ulua”. This specimen was caught on the island of Hawaii and weighed in at 10 pounds, 9 ounces.

The Association of Hawaii Artists: Solo Show Award