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Created in the Alla Prima style this lively oil painting depicts the intensity and care put into each barbequed Huli-Huli Chicken. In the Hawaiian language “Huli-Huli” means to “Turn-Turn”.

Watching the Hawaiian creators of this delicious Saturday tradition is a delight to those lucky enough to spot their outdoor kitchen when it is located across from the Kameole Three Beach in Kehei, Maui.

(Please note: don’t expect to see them there if the Super Bowl is on!)

The South Kona winds were quiet as I started my plein air oil painting. In the distance are Molokini and Kahoolawe Islands. I painted quickly as I glanced toward an approaching squall over the ocean. An hour later as I finished my painting the winds reached the beach lifting bits of sand into the air. Quickly, closing the lid to protect my work, I smiled realizing I was coming away with a few precious bits of this famous beach’s sand to enhance this Alla Prima scene.

Aloha from Maui!
“Hyacinth at the Beach”
(6 x 8 oil on Panel)

Just completed an amazing 3-Day Plein Air Workshop with Stefan Baumann and 19 other enthusiastic artists from all over the United States here in Mt. Shasta!

Thank you, Stefan!

Photo by: Stefan Baumann