Alala Linocut Giclee

This is a giclee of my "Alala" piece. They are both matted, the dimensions are the sizes of the mats. This design is a lino cut. When I get an idea for a piece I research the animals and elements for the design, I will go on excursions with my family on hikes and wildlife journey's to see and photograph the elements I will be using in my art. I spend extensive time on my drawing and composition before transferring and carving into the linoleum block. I then print it onto Japanese rice paper, and carefully hand paint it.
The 'Alala, or Hawaiian crow, (Corvus Hawaiiensis) are forest birds endemic to Hawai'i Island. They are sacred in Hawaiian culture and regarded as 'amakua, or family spiritual guardians. The 'Alala prefer to eat the fruits of native trees and shrubs, yet also eat insects and occasionally the eggs and nestlings of small birds.
The 'Alala is an endangered species and has been extinct in the wild since 2002. In 1993, a captive breeding program began with the HEBCP, which has successfully increased the 'Alala population to more than 110 birds, all currently being held in captivity. In November 2016, 12 'Alala will be released home to the wild.
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