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Articles for February, 2008

Preview of Next Year’s 2009 Hawaiian Forest Calendar

Posted: February 25, 2008

I’m excited to report that the 2009 Hawaiian Forest calendar will arrive from the printers in the next 6 weeks!  My hiking and kayaking adventures revolve around getting the photos for this calendar — these images represent the heart and soul of my photography.  Here’s a preview of what’s coming. 

Uluhe Ferns of Hawaii

Posted: February 19, 2008

I love to photograph uluhe ferns which are by far the most common native fern in the mountains of Hawaii. Their distinctive light green color, bifurcating branching pattern and charming little fiddleheads make them a charming sight in the native landscape.

Palapalai Ferns of Hawaii

Posted: February 14, 2008

Palapalai are among the most striking of the native Hawaiian ferns.  Their deep green color, intricately branched triangular fronds, and fine silvery hairs that sparkle in the sunlight make them a welcome sight in the native forests of Hawaii. 

Ma’o – The Native Cotton of Hawaii

Posted: February 9, 2008

I love exploring the dry forests of Hawaii to search for ma’o — the native cotton — which produces one of the more attractive flowers in the native landscape.   Ma’o grows as a shrub some 2-3 feet high and has distinctive silvery green leaves with bright yellow flowers. 

Hinahina on the Beaches of Hawaii

Posted: February 4, 2008

I love to visit the wild unspoiled beaches of Hawaii to photograph Hinahina, one of the most attractive native plants on the coast.  Its stunning silver color, beautiful leaf rosettes and fragrant white flowers make it a splendid sight on the native beaches of Hawaii.