Shaka Love by Patrice Federspiel

Original watercolor, framed
15" h x 22.5" w - image

"The Shaka is the quintessential Hawaiian greeting," shares Hawaii watercolor artist, Patrice Federspiel. "It symbolizes hello, mahalo (thank you), love, joy, respect, encouragement, you rock, and much more. Each meaning is a positive expression of love. Give someone a shaka by extending your thumb and little finger while keeping the three middle fingers curled."

Patrice Federspiel creates masterful watercolor paintings featuring a wide range of subject matter. Some works evoke the drama of Hawaii’s brightly colored flora and fauna, while others take you quietly within as you contemplate her inspiring abstracts. 

Patrice is a signature member, trustee, and past president of the Hawaii Watercolor Society and has received numerous awards for her work. She teaches workshops at the Honolulu Museum of Art and can often be found painting at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel in Honolulu.