Waimea

It was difficult to comprehend this view when I looked out over the Hawaiian canyonlands, but I knew instantly that I wanted to paint it. This particular trip allowed me to check my 50th state off of the list, and Hawaii, with it's incredible beauty, was the perfect place to end off. I was endlessly inspired by the landscapes of the islands, and this scene was no exception. I wanted to create a scene that felt like you could step into it. I focused on a combination of color, value, and intentionally placed detail to create depth. This painting, to me, summarizes how I felt in the time I spent in Hawaii.