“Honu Homage I”: Capturing the Spirit of Honu in a Mixed Media
Robert Lyn Nelson’s “Honu Homage I” is a vibrant mixed media drypoint etching, hand-colored with watercolor, celebrating the graceful Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle. The artwork depicts a honu ascending through a sun-dappled underwater realm.
Nelson’s distinctive style blends detailed etching work – evident in the intricate texture of the turtle’s shell and the delicate coral formations – with a luminous watercolor wash that evokes the fluidity and light play of the ocean. The color palette is rich and varied, with pinks, yellows, blues, and greens creating a sense of life and movement within the coral reef ecosystem. Bubbles rise towards the surface, further enhancing the sense of depth and tranquility.
The result is a harmonious balance of meticulous linework and expressive color, resulting in a compelling tribute to this iconic marine creature.
Size: 8 x 17.75 inches
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-The Original painting: Hand-colored drypoint etching 1/1
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