The ʻalawī, an endangered Hawaiian honeycreeper endemic to the Big Island, faces threats from habitat loss, invasive species, and disease, necessitating conservation efforts.
Author: Inga Smith
I'm a nature artist and community educator....this is a scrapbook of my life’s explorations.💜💛💚
February: Kindle
February symbolizes a gentle transition towards light, showcasing patience and quiet strength through violets.
January: Quiet
January inspires quiet reflection and renewal, symbolized by snowdrops and gentle, muted colors.
What Is White, Really? A Material Study
“For the rays, to speak properly, are not coloured.”— Isaac Newton, Opticks (1704) As Newton taught us, white light carries all colors; what we see depends on the surface it touches. If white contains everything, it would seem that artists should be able to mix it. But of course, we can’t. As a watercolorist—my primary…
Happy Holidays – Big Island 2025
It’s a beautiful Hawaii December. Sending holiday wishes.
7 countries, 3 continents
The journey spanned seven countries, highlighting each location’s unique culture while emphasizing the importance of history amidst rapid change.
Inga J Smith 