Ipu and Orchid Lei
by Mary Deal
Title
Ipu and Orchid Lei
Artist
Mary Deal
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Two of my ipu with a purple orchid lei. Ipu are made from hollowed out gourds. They are slapped and pounded on a surface to make drumming sounds. They are used in Hawaiian culture when chanting, dance groups, mele chanting, just about any type of Hawaiian music. You will not find too much Hawaii music without the use of the ipu. Sometimes the gourds contain small rocks or pebbles to make the rattle. Then the tops are closed and decorated with feathers.
I have found that the way the ipu is made can vary between the Hawaiian Islands: Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Big Island, Molokai. The structure is the same but some decorate with different colored feathers, or rafia and other belt-like ties.
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The artist, Mary Deal, is also an award-winning author of mystery/thrillers, romance, a short story collection, a writers' reference, and nonfiction self-help. Read about it here:
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November 9th, 2010
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Comments (12)
Jane M Dahl
So incredibly beautiful. The orchid lei brings back so many memories -- they were always one of my favorite along with plumeria. Such a special presentation and composition. L/F Featured in Hawaiiana. Aloha nui.
Brian Tada
Magnificent colors, and lovely contrast with the background. Congratulations on your latest sale, Mary! F/L
Chris Riley
Hi Mary - A very interesting composition with its wonderful contrasts in both textures and hues, also admired is the clarity of the piece - I Appreciate your thoughtful remarks on 'The Blue Vase', Thank you - Chris
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