Read Ebook {PDF EPUB} The Legend of Laieikawai by Dietrich Varez The Legend of Laieikawai by Dietrich Varez. Introduction to L a ‘ieikawai. Martha Warren Beckwith, Translator. L a ‘ieikawai is a Hawaiian romance which recounts the wooing of a native chiefess of high rank and her final deification among the gods. The story was handed down orally from ancient times in the form of a ka‘ao, a narrative rehearsed in prose interspersed with song, in which form old tales are still recited by Hawaiian storytellers. It was put into writing by a native Hawaiian, S.N. Hale‘ole, who hoped thus to awaken in his countrymen an interest in genuine native storytelling based upon the folklore of their race and preserving its ancient customs – already fast disappearing since Cook’s rediscovery of the group in 1778 opened the way to foreign influence – and by this means to inspire in them old ideals of racial glory. Hale‘ole was born about the time of the death of Kamehameha I, a year or two before the arrival of the first American missionaries and the establishment of the Protestant mission in Hawai‘i. In 1834 he entered the mission school at L a hainaluna, Maui, where his interest in the ancient history of his people was stimulated and trained under the teaching of Lorrin Andrews, compiler of the Hawaiian dictionary, published in 1865, and Sheldon Dibble, under whose direction David Malo prepared his collection of “Hawaiian Antiquities,” and whose “History of the Sandwich Islands” (1843) is an authentic source for the early history of the mission. Such early Hawaiian writers as Malo, Kamakau, and John Ii were among Hale‘ole’s fellow students. After leaving school he became first a teacher, then an editor. In the early sixties he brought out L a‘ ieikawai , first as a serial in the Hawaiian newspaper, the “Kuokoa,” then, in 1863, in book form. Later, in 1885, two part-Hawaiian editors, Bolster and Meheula, revised and reprinted the story, this time in pamphlet form, together with several other romances culled from Hawaiian journals, as the initial volumes of a series of Hawaiian reprints, a venture which ended in financial failure. The romance of L a‘ ieikawai therefore remains the sole piece of Hawaiian imaginative writing to reach book form. [Another book, “Moolelo Hawaii o Pakaa a me Ku-a-Pakaa,” “The Hawaiian Story of P a ka‘a and K u -a-P a ka‘a,” was published by Moses K. Nakuina in 1902.] Not only this, but it represents the single composition of a Polynesian mind working upon the material of an old legend and eager to create a genuine national literature. As such it claims a kind of classic interest. This work of translation has been undertaken out of love for the land of Hawai‘i and for the Hawaiian people. To all those who have generously aided to further the study I wish to express my grateful thanks. I am indebted to the curator and trustees of the Bishop Museum for so kindly placing at my disposal the valuable manuscripts in the museum collection, and to Dr. Brigham, Mr. Stokes, and other members of the museum staff for their help and suggestions, as well as to those scholars of Hawaiian who have patiently answered my questions or lent me valuable material – to Mr. Henry Parker, Mr. Thomas Thrum, Mr. William Rowell, Miss Laura Green, Mr. Stephen Desha, Judge Hazelden of Wai‘ o hinu, Mr. Curtis Iaukea, Mr. Edward Lilikalani, and Mrs. Emma Nawahi. Especially am I indebted to Mr. Joseph Emerson, not only for the generous gift of his time but for free access to his entire collection of manuscript notes. My thanks are also due to the hosts and hostesses through whose courtesy I was able to study in the field, and to Miss Ethel Damon for her substantial aid in proofreading. Nor would I forget to record with grateful appreciation those Hawaiian interpreters whose skill and patience made possible the rendering into English of their native romance – Mrs. Pokini Robinson of Maui, Mr. and Mrs. Kamakaiwi of P a hoa, Hawai‘i, Mrs. Kama and Mrs. Supe of Kalapana, and Mrs. Julia Bowers of Honolulu. I wish also to express my thanks to those scholars in this country who have kindly helped me with their criticism – to Dr. Ashley Thorndike, Dr. W. W. Lawrence, Dr. A. C. L. Brown, and Dr. A. A. Goldenweiser. I am indebted also to Dr. Roland Dixon for bibliographical notes. Above all, thanks are due to Dr. Franz Boas, without whose wise and helpful enthusiasm this study would never have been undertaken. For the translation of Hale‘ole’s foreword, which is in a much more ornate and involved style than the narrative itself, I am indebted to Miss Laura Green, of Honolulu. The Legend of Laieikawai by Dietrich Varez. Lāʻieikawai - Kawaikapuokalani Hewett. Aia Lāʻieikawai I ka uka wale la O Paliuli. Hui : O ka nani helu ʻekahi O Paliuli. Kau mai la ke aliʻi I ka ʻēheu o nā manu. Ua lohe paha i ka honi mai I ka pū lauʻī o Maliʻo. Haʻina ʻia mai ka puana O KawaiʻaʻalalehuaoPaliuli. Lāʻieikawai can be found In the uplands Of Paliuli. Chorus: The beautiful one Of Paliuli. There she rests On the wings of the birds. Listening perhaps To the ti leaf flute of Maliʻo. The story is told of KawaiʻaʻalalehuaoPaliuli (Lāʻieikawai) Source: Teresa Bright CD "Ka Pilina" - This haunting mele by one of Hawaiʻi's premier contemporary composers is based on the legend of the princess Lāʻieikawai. She appeared to ʻAiwohikupua in a dream as he traveled from Wailua, Kauaʻi to Keaʻau, Hawaiʻi by canoe to seek the woman of his dreams. Volcano Art Center celebrates the life and art of Dietrich Varez. Courtesy image “Pu‘inokolu a Hina” by Dietrich Varez. Courtesy image “Pouli” (“Eclipse”) by Dietrich Varez. Courtesy image “Pele Over VAC” by Dietrich Varez. Courtesy photo Dietrich Varez pictured with his paintings. Volcano Art Center announces a very special event from 1-3 p.m. Sunday (Jan. 13) to honor the life, art and legacy of Dietrich Varez, who died Aug. 14 in Hilo. The public is invited to attend a casual gathering to bid aloha to the man who carved a deep appreciation and understanding of Hawaiian values and lifestyle through his art and writings. Varez was a husband, father, friend, artist and author. ADVERTISING. Varez is best known for his extensive collection of linoleum-block and screen printed images, of which more than 250 have been published. Each image would begin with reading and research. A particularly colorful or visual passage in a legend was often the stimulus. Based on oral traditions, some of the images produced by Varez can be viewed as the first visualizations of these myths and legends. Shunning publicity and working in simple fashion, Varez shaped his strong personal expression of Hawaii. By nature a quiet and private man, he lived with his wife, Linda (also a noted painter), in a remote rain forest setting near Volcano. Several miles of poor roads preserved the tranquility and privacy required for his prolific collection of block prints, original paintings and books to be created. The subject matter in most of Varez’s work is inspired by traditional Hawaiian legends, integrating mythological figures into scenes with flora and fauna typical of the diverse Hawaiian environment. He boldly outlines the adventures and passions of his Hawaiian cast of characters in his direct and unmistakable style. Varez was greatly influenced by the early printmakers of Japan and shared their belief that art is for the people. For more than 40 years, he produced new print images year after year, personally printed each image by hand, refused to number his prints and maintained extremely affordable prices. In Varez’s own words: “I’ve made many fans and friends abiding by this philosophy of availability. Prints make it possible to bring art into the life of almost everyone.” He reluctantly retired from his printmaking process in 2016. His print images continue to be offered as fine art giclee reproductions at affordable pricing through the Varez Legacy Program offered by the Volcano Art Center. The Legacy Program also offers a beginning printmaking class every Monday at VAC, using linoleum blocks hand-carved by Varez. The books he illustrated and authored also are still available at the VAC Gallery in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Petroglyph Press in Hilo. Varez’s work will be recognized for years to come — his is spirit will live on through his works. Volcano Art Center encourages all those touched by Varez’s story as told through his prints, paintings, books and illustrations to attend the celebration event in Dietrich Varez Hall at VAC’s Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village. Refreshments will be provided. The Legend of Laieikawai by Dietrich Varez. DIETRICH VAREZ first came to Hawai'i at age 8, when his mother married his stepfather Manuel Varez. After the war-torn Germany he'd known, it was love at first sight, and his romance with Hawaii still grows. Shunning publicity and working in the simplest possible fashion with linoleum blocks or canvas, Varez continually shapes his strong personal expression of Hawai'i. The Hawai'i of old - when spirits inhabited every tree and stone, and gods walked the earth - is Dietrich's inspiration. His work boldly traces the adventures and passions of a cast of mythical characters he has carefully researched in legend. He lovingly and faithfully depicts Hawaiians practicing the arts, skills, and values of Hawai'i, old Hawai'i lifestyles and legends, in all of his prints, illustrated books, and vibrant oil paintings.