Aloha Spirit - Fine Art Prints - by Artist Christie Marie Elder
Aloha Spirit - Fine Art Prints - by Artist Christie Marie Elder
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Aloha Spirit
Open Edition Fine Art Print from an Original Watercolor by Christie Marie Elder
A green sea turtle glides through clear tropical ocean water as rays of sunlight filter down from above, surrounding her with light.
There is something so peaceful about watching a honu move through the sea— quite, graceful, surprisingly athleticly powerful and most certainly at home in her element. In Aloha Spirit, I wanted to capture that peaceful underwater moment when sunlight becomes visible beneath the surface and everything seems to move together.
I brought the original painting to life through multiple layers of transparent watercolor glazing, allowing colors underneath to subtly influence each layer above them. The result is an image filled with luminous blues, shifting water, and intricate detail throughout the honu.
Light Beneath the Surface
The original Aloha Spirit also incorporates mineral and semi-precious gemstone watercolor pigments throughout areas of the ocean, turtle, and shell.
As the light changes across the original painting, those pigments catch tiny flashes of shimmer and luminosity. In person, the piece seems to dance with light.
The fine art reproduction captures the color, movement, and tonal character of those passages, although the physical reflective qualities of the original gemstone pigments are unique to the original artwork.
FINE ART PRINT DETAILS
Fine Art Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight cold press fine art paper chosen for its subtle texture and its ability to beautifully reproduce the character of watercolor.
Available in:
11" × 15" — $165
16.5" × 22.5" — $245
22" × 30" — $365
METAL PRINT
The luminous blues, strong underwater light, and detailed honu make Aloha Spirit especially striking on metal. The image is reproduced on aluminum for rich color, crisp detail, and a clean contemporary presentation.
Each metal print includes an inset frame on the back with hanging wire and arrives ready to hang. The recessed mounting system allows the artwork to float slightly away from the wall for a polished contemporary presentation.
Available in:
11" H × 15"W — $290
16.5"H × 22.5" W — $475
22" H × 30"W — $690
Made to order.
ORIGINAL ARTWORK DETAILS
Original Title: Aloha Spirit
Year: 2015
Medium: Watercolor with mineral and semi-precious gemstone pigments
Original Artwork: 23" H × 30" W
Artist: Christie Marie Elder
Copyright
© Christie Marie Elder. All rights reserved.
Purchase of this print does not transfer copyright or reproduction rights. All artwork and imagery remain the property of the artist.
OPEN EDITION FINE ART PRINT
This is an open-edition fine art reproduction of an original artwork by Christie Marie Elder.
Open-edition prints are created without a fixed edition limit, making them an approachable way to collect and enjoy my artwork while still receiving a professionally produced fine art reproduction.
Each print is made to order using archival-quality materials and professional fine art printing methods.
COLD PRESS FINE ART PAPER
Printed on a beautiful Cold Press Textured Matte Fine Art Paper, chosen for its rich surface and its ability to complement the character of watercolor and painterly artwork.
The paper is a substantial 340 gsm, 100% cotton rag, acid-free fine art paper with a neutral-white, heavily textured matte surface. Its texture is reminiscent of traditional watercolor paper, allowing color, detail, and subtle variations in the artwork to reproduce beautifully.
Fine art paper prints are sold unframed and unmatted, allowing you to choose a presentation that works with your own space and style.
Because many of my paintings have their own unique proportions, I prefer to preserve the artwork’s original composition rather than crop it simply to fit standard frame dimensions. A custom-cut mat is an easy way to fit the print into a larger standard frame while keeping the complete image visible.
METAL PRINT
Metal prints give the artwork a luminous, contemporary presentation with particularly rich color, crisp detail, and beautiful depth.
The image is reproduced onto a polymer-coated aluminum surface using dye-sublimation printing, a process in which the image becomes part of the coated surface rather than sitting on top of it.
The finished print is lightweight, durable, water-resistant, and scratch-resistant, with especially vibrant color and strong contrast.
Each metal print includes an inset frame on the back with hanging wire and arrives ready to hang. The recessed mounting system allows the artwork to sit slightly away from the wall, creating a clean, contemporary floating effect.
Metal is one of my favorite choices for artwork featuring water, tropical color, night skies, reflections, and luminous blues, because the medium can give those colors wonderful visual presence.
Please note: the metal print itself does not recreate metallic or reflective pigments that may be present in the original painting unless specifically stated in the artwork description.
AVAILABLE SIZES
Each artwork is offered only in sizes that work well with its composition.
Rather than forcing every image into the same standard proportions, I preserve the artwork’s intended shape whenever possible.
Available sizes for this artwork:
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11" H × 15"W — $290
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16.5" H × 22.5" W — $475
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22" H × 30"W — $690
Dimensions refer to the printed artwork itself.
MADE TO ORDER
Each fine art print is made especially for you after your order is placed rather than pulled from mass-produced inventory.
My professional fine art printing partner produces each piece using calibrated professional printing equipment and archival-quality materials before carefully preparing it for shipment. My partner provides fulfillment, so the print is produced and shipped directly to you as part of Kaua‘i Christie’s Art.
Because each piece is made to order, please allow several business days for production before shipping.
SHIPPING & DELIVERY
Once your print has completed production, it is carefully packaged for shipment and tracking information is provided when available.
Fine Art Paper: Larger paper prints are normally protected and shipped rolled in a sturdy mailing tube. Flat shipping may be available for certain sizes for an additional charge.
Metal Prints: Metal prints are securely packaged to protect the surface and edges during transit.
Production and shipping are separate stages. Please allow time for your artwork to be created before carrier transit begins. Delivery times vary by destination and shipping method.
For time-sensitive orders, please contact Kaua‘i Christie’s Art before ordering so I can help determine the best available option.
ABOUT COLOR & REPRODUCTION
I take care to reproduce the color and character of each original artwork as faithfully as possible.
Please keep in mind that every screen displays color somewhat differently, so the artwork you receive may vary slightly from what you see on your phone, tablet, or computer.
Because an original painting may contain texture, metallic pigments, gemstone watercolor, surface sheen, or other materials that interact physically with light, some qualities of an original simply cannot be duplicated in a reproduction.
When an artwork includes one of these special effects, I’ll note it in the individual artwork description.
CARE
Fine Art Paper: Framing behind protective glazing is recommended. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, moisture, and handling of the printed surface.
Metal: Dust gently with a clean microfiber or soft dry cloth. If deeper cleaning is needed, professional printer recommends warm water or a mild cleanser. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight whenever possible.
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