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by Maria Rova
$25.00
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Purchase a tote bag featuring the painting "Nautilus and Blue Masi" by Maria Rova. Our tote bags are made from soft, durable, poly-poplin fabric and include a 1" black strap for easy carrying on your shoulder. All seams are double-stitched for added durability. Each tote bag is machine-washable in cold water and is printed on both sides using the same image.
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Painted in acrylics on dyed barkcloth, with details drawn in white coral sand from small outer islands in the Fiji group, and dark, volcanic sand... more
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Painted in acrylics on dyed barkcloth, with details drawn in white coral sand from small outer islands in the Fiji group, and dark, volcanic sand from our local beach, here on the main island. The blue background motif is inspired by the rhythmic, geometric patterns Fijian kesakesa artists use to create designs on pieces of traditional barkcloth or masi.
The Fiji Islands are my home, and source of inspiration, as I use dyes, paint, barkcloth, sand, silk and cement to respond in my own creative way to the challenges, tension, and beauty of life in a developing Pacific island nation. Sea changes can have surprising effects: since leaving behind all that was familiar in my American/German upbringing, to build a life here in my husband’s homeland two decades ago, my art has taken on dynamism of its own… My work is awash with the intense, vibrant colors of the tropics, and my themes are often an exploration of Fiji’s stunning natural environment and rich cultural heritage. Traditional barkcloth crafted by women from my mother-in-law’s island village often serves as my canvas. Steeped...
$25.00
Maria Rova
Happy to have this barkcloth painting featured on the "Tropical Art" group homepage!
Aliza Souleyeva-Alexander
Nicely done, so elegant and precious! I love the contrasts and minimalism.
Maria Rova
Hi Cliff, thanks for featuring my artwork in this group. Hoping to get more Fiji artists to join this site soon!