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AlohaToday, it is even more important to David to spread the "ALOHA." He created his bronze "Hawaiian Style" Circle Hook Necklace in honor of the "Old Ways" as one way to accomplish this. As the story goes the original Hawaiian Style circle hooks were carved from femur’s of deceased ancestors. This tradition was handed down from generation to generation these circle hooks were carved from other bones as well, it is believed the hooks take on part of the spirit of the carver. It also represents the circle of life, as ancestor bones used to catch the fish to feed the family. Today, it is believed that a hook worn with respect or given and received with love takes on part of the spirit of those who wear or handle it. In this way it becomes a spiritual link between people spanning time and distance. It is also said that by wearing the hook it provides good luck and safe passage when traveling. So it is often worn by travelers. Stylized circle hooks represent strength, prosperity, abundance, and a great respect for the sea. Click here for info on ordering Bronze "Hawaiian Style" Circle Hook Pendants.  What's Going OnThunder StruckThis very rare piece of Jamaican Dogwood grown in the Islands of the Florida Keys estimated to be 80 years old. This tree was a victim of a hurricane and was salvaged by my buddy Jeff at Mother Ocean located in Tavenier, Florida Keys. This wood is harder than superman’s kneecap and holds every shade and sheen of metallic coloring I’ve ever seen in wood. “Thunder Struck” depicts a Giant Blue Marlin launching herself into a spinning back flip. She is sculpted from one single piece of wood and rests on Florida Keys Fossil Coral. Her debut at the Ft Lauderdale International Boat Show October 29-November 2, 2009 will stop traffic at our booth in Tent 2 Booth #145 We’ll see you there! Western Outdoor News/Mercury Los Cabos Tuna Jackpot Tournament
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What's NewCheck out UPCOMING EVENTS for 2010 New Bronze Line on Fire
Yeah, you can say I am exited to share this new line of work." David is pouring a new work of art every month at the foundry in Santa Ana, CA and the quality of this work is unsurpassed. This new concept of Marine Fine Art is being made in "ultra limited editions."  “I make my bronze editions from 10-30. It keeps the art, well art!” This bronze Yellow fin tuna titled “Outer Banks” on a wood base of So Cal Black Walnut. 18”L x 10”H x 12”W this one donated to Make A Wish brought $3,500.00 at Auction, another to Western Outdoor News “Los Cabos Tuna JackPot 2008” brought $7,500.00 for the charity. Press UpdateThe Miami Boat ShowThe Maimi International Boat Show was fantastic this year. Check out the video on World of Boating/NavQuest of David discussing his work. You can create an account and vote for David's video! Worldwide Angler Magazine Featured ArtistCheck out the current issue of Worldwide Angler magazine online for an article featuring David and his work. You can also view the article here. 
Wildlife Art MagazineWildlife Art magazine is currently running their conservation issue and David has been selected to be the "Giants of the Sea" marine artist/conservation advocate. I am totally honored by this article. It is very satisfying as an artist to be recognized for your work, but to be able to spread the word on saving the world's fish habitats and big fish is really great. Click here to read article (15MB PDF file).
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"I have been creating new and resurrecting fantastically animated Bronze sculptures and working on several new
sculpture concepts, colors and shapes to bring to life to what I see.