Piles of dried Ulu leaves lining the driveway called out to me. Ulu (Breadfruit) grows on enormous trees with beautiful green leaves. The fruit is very starchy, but it takes on the flavor of whatever seasonings you use. They’re wonderful when smoked over an open fire.

These leaves were in various stages and shades of decay, from silver to red to brown — they captivated me. The shapes, the sizes, and the way they were layered one on top of the other looked beautiful.

I took 26 photos that day and chose my favorites to create this painting.

The title, Seasons of Change, refers to changes in my subject matter, my color palette, and in the contours of the paper — something I’ve never changed before.

Evolution and change propel us forward in life. Change is rarely comfortable, yet it is necessary and constant. If you are drawn to this painting, there might be changes you’ve wanted to make in your own life. Perhaps the time has come to make those changes.

Original Watercolor: SOLD (30"Hx13.25"W)

Open-edition Paper Giclée prints:

• 20"Hx8"W mat (image is 14"Hx5"W) = $70

Limited-edition, Gallery-wrapped, Canvas Giclée prints:

• Image size: 30”Hx12”W gallery-wrapped, stretched canvas = $505.00

• Image size: 30”Hx12”W gallery-wrapped, unstretched canvas, ready-to-assemble (stretcher bars not included) = $325.00

• Image Size: 40”Hx16”W gallery-wrapped, stretched canvas = $825.00

• Image Size: 40”Hx16”W gallery-wrapped, unstretched canvas, ready-to-assemble (stretcher bars not included) = $530.00

Shipping: All prices include standard shipping within the United States. For international shipping please contact Patrice.

© Patrice Federspiel/Art of Aloha - Published  7/29/15