I have always loved this flowering plant. The first time I ever saw a true tropical hibiscus was when I visited St. Maarten in the Caribbean.years ago. I created a painting to display in the Villa my friend owned at that time. This particular painting was created for my dear cousin and husband who lost their precious HI home from Kilauea in March of this year (2018). And this was my first piece after returning to oils as the medium. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, loving the memory from using the medium years ago, as well as the reason for the painting. My cousin just recently visited OH and I presented the painting to her. She grew the plants in her yard in the district of Puna in Hilo. The Leilani Estates where Kathy and Gene's home resided was devastated by Kilauea. Their precious home/land was sadly lost, having been covered with tons of lava. Lynn and I were privileged to visit this home last March and to also spend quality time with Kathy and Gene. This painting was created to honor the time spent with them and to also honor their sweet home in Hilo. I hope this image serves as a positive affirmation toward a new home in their beloved Hawaii.
