Size: 8” x 10”

Materials: Portrait drawing in charcoal & black graphite on cold-pressed cotton archival paper, sealed with an artist’s fixative. Titled, dated, and signed on the back and initialed on the front.

Frame & Mat Optional — You can choose to include the vintage gilded frame pictured, or select the “Unframed” option to choose a frame that will better suit your home! Due to the the vintage nature of the frame, there may be imperfections and some wear and tear.

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When I was a kid I read a book from the perspective of Kaʻiulani. Something about her story stuck with me then and still stays with me now. In one sense she was fragile and sensitive, because she clearly cared very deeply about what happened to her nation (Hawai’i), and experienced a lot of pain and suffering because of it. She was also extremely determined to do what she could no matter how hopeless or how much of an inconvenience to her personally. She seemed to me to be very delicate, and yet made of steel at the same time.

As I drew in the lines and shadows of her face, I got the sense that this was the face of a woman who would carry on doing what she felt to be the right thing, even when failure was possible, and maybe even imminent. In her, I see quiet, persistent courage in the face of turmoil.

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Note: I have done my best to represent the colors and textures accurately in these images, but please keep in mind that there may be a slight variance depending on the device you’re using to view the listing.

Shipping: At checkout, you may choose to have your artwork shipped or dropped off/picked up. Drop off or pickup is only available if you are located in the Edmonton or Grimshaw/Peace River areas. If you choose the pickup option, I will contact you to make arrangements. If you choose to have your work shipped, shipping costs will be calculated based on package size, weight, and shipping location.

I hope that this portrait brings you a sense of courage, patience, beauty — or whatever you need most. I am honoured that you have taken the time to support my work. Thank you. -Alison