• ART TITLE : Nani Honu
Hawaiian meaning:
Nani: beautiful, pretty, lovely, or splendid Honu: Turtle
• ARTIST: Christie Marie Elder
Original Mixed Media Painting Description
This mixed media art is a vibrant celebration of Hawaiian spirit, ocean energy, and the sacred beauty of the Honu. Flowing with bold color, stylized linework, and tropical floral forms, this piece blends a sense of movement and peace — capturing the gentle strength, wisdom, and grace of the sea turtle.
The design of this painting is deeply influenced by Christie’s creative path as both a professional snowboarder and artist. During her years competing on the world tour, Christie spent her off-seasons immersed in art — working in tattoo shops in her hometown of South Lake Tahoe in the spring and fall, and spending summers at snowboard camp on the glacier at Mt. Hood, Oregon. That unique background helped shape her signature style, where fluid natural forms meet bold outlines, decorative pattern, and expressive color.
The tattoo influence can be felt in the strong contour lines, ornamental details, and graphic flow throughout the turtle’s form, while the soft layered blues of the background evoke water, sky, and the spiritual movement of the ocean. The result is a piece that feels both grounded and alive — playful, soulful, and full of aloha.
A sleek, smooth aluminum panel with vibrant colors and crisp details. Perfect for modern, minimalist decor or professional spaces. Durable, UV, and moisture-resistant:
- Material: Aluminum DIBOND®—strong yet lightweight with two white aluminum layers and a black polyethylene core, ideal for large artwork.
- Thickness: 3mm (0.12") for a durable, rigid base.
- Printing: Direct print on DIBOND® for vivid colors and a matte, glare-free finish.
- Finish: White-coated with a subtle silky gloss in bright areas.
- Hanging Kit: Included; varies by fulfillment country.
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* All art and images are copyrighted © Christie Marie Elder Copyright does not transfer with the purchase of the art. All rights reserved by artist.
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