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Modern Art Monday Presents: Georgia O’Keefe, Fishhook from Hawaii – No. 1

georgia okeefe fishhook photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

Fishing is an important and enduring practice in Hawaiian people‘s food systems, though shifting factors have forced Hawaiians to supplement to traditional fishing methods with larger-scale commercial efforts. In Fishhook from Hawaii – No. 1  (1939 ) Georgia O’Keefe depicts a fish hook (Makau) – which symbolize this prosperity and connection between humans and water – adorned with the vibrant feathers of local birds.
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Eye On Design: Mahalo (Grateful) Dining Chair By John Koga

mahalo dining chair photo by gail worley
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The Mahalo Dining Chair is an abstract, sculptural chair with three legs, made from molded  plasterglass. Designed by John Koga, a celebrated Hawaiian artist with roots in abstract form and organic minimalism, such characteristics are unmistakably present in this striking piece, created exclusively for Ralph Pucci International.

A fusion of comfort and artistic expression, the Mahalo chair flaunts soft, biomorphic curves that feel more like a hand-sculpted artwork than a utilitarian object.
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7 Tips for Finding and Securing Your Dream Home

palm trees on beach
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Finding your dream home is one of life’s most exciting and significant milestones. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking for the perfect home to match your lifestyle, the journey to homeownership can be thrilling yet overwhelming.
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