The Honu Collection #12: Coming Ashore
Artist: Jason O'Rourke
June 2013
Edition: 1/1 NFT
License: Extended Editorial
Hao’okanaka ("Iron Man") is named in memory of Hawaii surfing legend Andy Irons. As a juvenile, it was expected that she might be a male Honu, and when it ended up that she was female, her nickname became the "Iron Maiden" instead. She can be recognized due to the "paw print" scale design behind her eye. Each Honu has a unique shape and pattern to their facial scales, which can be used to identify them.
The Honu Collection is curated from almost 20 years living in Hawaii. I photographed these Honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles) on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island.
I volunteer with several non-profits focused on education, conservation, and outreach for Hawaii’s endangered wildlife, including Mālama i nā Honu, which works with these Honu.
A portion of the proceeds from each sale will be donated to Mālama i nā Honu to provide resources for their conservation efforts. This helps ensure that these beautiful green sea turtles are around for future generations to experience.
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