Maka`ala

By Nadine Ramelb

An oil or acrylic painting on canvas of a traditional hula dancer with her eyes softly closed in a moment of focus or reflection. The style features expressive, fluid brushstrokes and a warm color palette. The dancer has long, flowing brown hair and is adorned with a large lei poʻo (head lei) and a matching lei āʻī (neck lei) woven from green foliage and magenta flowers. Her right hand is raised to the side with her palm facing forward, showing a leafy lei kūpeʻe (wristlet) around her wrist. Her body is turned slightly to the side, and the abstract background blends soft earth tones of brown, ochre, and muted green.
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 16″ x 12″

Quote / Inspiration:

“Whoso hearkeneth to their call, hath hearkened to the Voice of God.“

~ Bahá’u’lláh

Artist Information:

Nadine Ramelb

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