It's all about Ohana (John Dawson)
It’s a Honu World™ presents:
It’s all about Ohana by John Dawson
Comment received March 31, 2008 (Guest Book):
“John Dawson is my uncle, and I just wanted to say how proud I am of his work. The family had a GREAT loss in the beginning of the year, but seeing the finished work, It’s all about Ohana makes me realize just how lucky I am to be a part of this wonderful family. Life will always swim on!
“I hope you all enjoy this Honu as much as we do, and realize just how important Ohana is.” Jamie Chadwick
Comments from Votes:
“Ohana – it means family…that says it all.”
“Seeing all the different artists and their art work is amazing.”
“I like the idea of Ohana and I like his work in general.”
“Husband calls me a honu. He loves Honu!”
“All the Honu were terrific. The subject “Ohana” made Mr. Dawson’s Honu extra special.”
“Beautiful- wish we could see them in person.”
“The artist is my uncle, and my kids are on the shell!”
“Great artist, incredibly detailed and shows so much of the beauty of the islands on this honu (scape).”
“Incredibly detailed and outstanding creativity!”
“It’s all about Ohana…that says it all. We love your work John!”
“Its a beautiful representation of family.”
“Awesome project. It really bring the uniqueness and soulful beauty of Hawaii to the world.”
“Celebrating Family is part of what Hawaii is all about.”
“Awe-inspiring.”
“It’s a lovely, personal honu.”
“John Dawson shared about his family; paintings were so detailed and recognizable. I also liked Gina McGuire’s honu since it was done by a 12year old.”
“Fantastic art work on the honu. Was interesting to hear about how artists were inspired.”
“There is no one better at painting wildlife or nature!”
“All of the turtles were spectacular!!”
“Ohana is truly the basic happiness in life, our children are our message to the future.”
“The illustrations reflect so much of life in very relevant images.”
“I am proud to say that John Dawson and I worked together for National Geographic Magazine for years! His paintings of ants and working with John and his wife Kathleen are some of my very best memories! He is a talented artist with an ability to visualize things very few people get to see. I love It’s all about Ohana!”
“John Dawson is an incredible artist and an equally incredible fellow. We call him Awesome Dawson. Click through his art and see why!”—Isely and Clark
“John Dawson’s work is incredible!”
“Great creative art from Island artists. All US states should follow example of art events that favor the the community as well as the environment.”
“John is an amazing artist and his Honu is absolutely spectacular!”
“John is totally amazing!”
“Beautiful work. We enjoyed looking at your site and reading about your life together.”
