At the Market A4 Print by Remiah

Figurative paintings of women are all from what I’ve seen around the island.. I’ve made up a story in my head from what I’ve seen & lived since being here. Strong feminine energy through our Cook Island women has become a common theme with my Vaine paintings. Wearing the handmade Rito hat, fan, earrings or pearls is normal.  Modernizing the clothing recently as I envision fashion evolving like we do as people.

The first one I ever painted of a woman with a Mumu, Rito hat & fan was from an older local woman walking past me at the market. She had a strong walk - almost intimidating, but at the same time extremely elegant & graceful. She was beautiful. I had to put her on canvas that same day.   

Cook island artist, mother, future gardener from Rarotonga

A4 print of original artwork

@remiah