Book Description

This first press is a signed and numbered limited edition book that includes a 9 inch by 12 inch signed limited edition matted print and certificate of authenticity. Only 400 made in first press limited edition. The book erupts with the colorful collective Island artworks of Hawaii artist, Dennis Mathewson as he shares the Hawaiian Island paradise that he lives, loves and embraces. Hawaii Made is the journey and story behind the talented artist as he grew up and was constantly inspired by the beauty he saw in the world to continuously create and paint the things that inspired and surrounded him. The collective life works of Hawaii artist are shown in this book as Dennis Mathewson shares his vision portraying the land, ocean and Island lifestyle of Hawaii though his vibrant subjects. With over 200 colorful images filling 250 pages including insert pages, this will bring laughter, wonder and the beauty of the Hawaiian Islands and its lifestyle. The whimsical storytelling tiki pieces bring the experience of what everyday Island life is like. The characters emulate his family, neighbors and friends. They are sure to bring a smile to all as art imitates life. His vibrant liquid style underwater sea-life takes you to depths of the world below the surface. Dive in and submerge yourself with Mathewson's colorful marine animals as you flow along with the surge and bubbles depicted in his visionary life filled aquatic artwork.Mathewson's creative original and unique mixed media techniques on metal bring visual magic to the eye. His wide ranged work with aluminum, copper and other metals is a culmination of diversity derived from years of past experience. By using carving, sculpture and color with an industrial technique, the images appear to actually move under various lighting.