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Inspiration

May 16th, 2014

. interesting concept . . ♥ . .
http://mashable.com/2014/05/15/madesquare-app-launch/



. nice link for creative inspiration . . love her work . . . ♥ . .

http://www.sarahgardnerphotography.com/#!stock-images/c1ukh

2014 Calendar Templates

January 12th, 2014

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Shark Attacks on Maui

December 3rd, 2013

Aloha everyone . . . it is Humpback Whale season in the Hawaiian Islands and for most everyone who lives on Maui and throughout the Hawaiian Islands we know this is not a good time to go swimming in the ocean or for underwater photography or snorkeling . . the whales are mating and calving . . the magnificent and very beautiful central North Pacific population of Humpback Whales migrate between Alaska where they feed during summer and return each year to the Hawaiian Islands to calve and breed . . They are here and we will be having increased sightings in the coming weeks . .

"The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, which is jointly managed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the State of Hawai`i, lies within the shallow warm waters surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands and constitutes one of the world's most important humpback whale habitats. " read more on http://hawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.gov/

Humpback Whale - Megaptera novaeangliae, means "great wings of New England" and the Hawaiian name for them is Koholā
Indigenous (migratory). Status: Endangered Species

It is a well known fact that sharks are more present at this time of the year and in the past couple of days there have been several attacks on Maui . . it is heartbreaking to learn of those who have have injured and/or died

Maui County police identified a kayak fisherman killed in a shark attack Monday morning
"he was fishing with artificial lures to attract baitfish when his dangling right foot was bitten by a shark, according to a Department of Land and Natural Resources news release . . . This is the eighth shark attack off Maui this year. On Friday, a Paia woman was bitten while snorkeling in South Maui.
The woman was snorkeling about 30 yards offshore when she was bitten by the shark, leaving her with a cut on her shin and a 6-inch-long wound on her calf. The attack at Keawakapu Beach was about three miles north of White Rock, where 20-year-old visitor Jana Lutterrop was bitten by a shark Aug. 14. She lost her right arm in the attack and died a week later of her injuries." "Warning signs were posted to advise the public to remain out of the water from Ahihi Bay to Mākena Landing."

http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/234128381.html


03 December 2013
Chris Sugidono states: - a visiting kayaker from Washington state died Monday morning after part of his right leg was bitten off by a shark about a half-mile off Little Beach in Mākena state and county officials said.
http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/12/02/21725887-kayak-fisherman-dies-after-shark-attack-off-maui-coast
http://www.mikesevernsdiving.com/maui-whale-season.html
http://mauinow.com/tag/shark-attack-maui/


quote: "Question: What is the likelihood of being attacked by a shark in the waters of Hawaii?
Answer: Very unlikely. In 2012, 7.99 million visitors came to the islands and there were just ten shark attacks in Hawaii (the highest since 2002). In 2008 there were only two attacks and just three attacks each year in 2009, 2010 and 2011. So far in 2013, there have been twelve attacks with eight off of Maui. Unfortunately, the victim an August 2013 attack off of Maui died in the days following the attack, as did the victim of December 2013. Prior to those attacks, the last fatal shark attack in Hawaii occurred in April 2004.

Answer: There are several possible explanations. First, there are forty species of sharks found in the waters of Hawaii. This is their natural environment. Of these eight are commonly seen near shore, including the Sandbar, Reef Whitetip. Scalloped Hammerhead and Tiger Shark. The waters of Hawaii are home to many of the prey of various shark species, such as monk seals, sea turtles and baby humpback whales. Humans are not a natural prey of sharks. It is likely that when an attack occurs, the human is mistaken for another prey. Sharks are also attracted to waters frequented by fishing boats, which often trail fish remains and blood.
(source - Hawaiian Lifeguard Association)

Question: What can one do to reduce the risk of being attacked by a shark?
Answer: By learning more about sharks, and using a little common sense, the risk of injury can be greatly reduced. The State of Hawaii Shark Task Force recommends the following measures to reduce the risk of being bitten by a shark:

Don't swim alone.
Swim in guarded areas.
Avoid swimming at dusk.
Don't swim with bleeding wounds.
Avoid murky water.
Don't wear bright jewelry or high contrasting colours.
Refrain from excessive splashing.
Don't swim if sharks are known to be present.
Be alert if turtles and fish are fleeing the area.
Remove speared fish from the water.
(source - State of Hawaii Shark Task Force)" source: http://gohawaii.about.com/od/mauiocean/a/shark_attacks.htm


. . . . also if you would like to learn and understand the cultural significance of sharks with Hawaiians read this wonderful article - The ‘Aumakua - Hawaiian Ancestral Spirits by Herb Kawainui Käne http://www.hawaiisharks.com/pdf/APaperbyHerbKane.pdf

"Of the 11 known species of hammerhead, three can be dangerous to humans: the scalloped, great, and smooth hammerheads.
For Hawaiians sharks are considered to be gods of the sea, also known as aumakua, protectors of humans, and cleaners of excessive ocean life. Some of these sharks are believed to be family members who died and have been reincarnated into shark form. However, there are sharks that are considered man-eaters, also known as niuhi. These sharks include great white sharks, tiger sharks, and bull sharks. The hammerhead shark, also known as mano kihikihi, is not considered a man-eater or niuhi; it is considered to be one of the most respected sharks of the ocean, an aumakua. Many Hawaiian families believe that they have an aumakua watching over them and protecting them from the niuhi. The hammerhead shark is thought to be the birth animal of some children. Hawaiian children who are born with the hammerhead shark as an animal sign are believed to be warriors and are meant to sail the oceans. It is extremely rare for hammerhead sharks to pass through the waters of Maui, but many Maui natives believe that when the hammerhead sharks pass by, it is a sign that the gods are watching over the families, and the oceans are clean and balanced.. " http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hammerhead_shark

Sharks
Hawaiian Name: Manō
Indigenous
http://www.hawaiianencyclopedia.com/sharks.asp



. . with deepest condolences to those who have been injured and for the families who have lost loved ones . . . .

. . be safe and aware . Aloha . . . .

Sharon Mau
03 December 2013
Maui Hawaii

2014 Maui Hawaii Calendar

September 23rd, 2013

http://www.zazzle.com/2014_maui_hawaii_custom_printed_calendar-158699228809191370

HAWAII MAGAZINE 15th Annual Photo Contest

April 18th, 2013

http://www.hawaiimagazine.com/pdfs/2013_photo_contest.pdf

How to Protect Your Photography Online

April 15th, 2013

http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/how-to-protect-your-photography-online/

Journey with Spirit

January 13th, 2013

We are busy with the luxury of things.
Their number and multiple faces bring
To us confusion we call knowledge. Say:
God created the world, pinned night to day,
Made mountains to weigh it down, seas
To wash its face, living creatures with pleas
(The ancestors of prayers) seeking a place
In this mystery that floats in endless space.
God set the earth on the back of a bull,
The bull on a fish dancing on a spool
Of silver light so fine it is like air;
That in turn rests on nothing there
But nothing that nothing can share.
All things are but masks at God’s beck and call,
They are symbols that instruct us that God is all - Attar - Invocation - from The Conference of the Birds: The Selected Sufi Poetry of Farid ud-Din Attar



Photo Copyright © Sharon Mau
http://sharon-mau.artistwebsites.com/
This is a Rights-Managed Image protected by copyright.
My images do not belong to the public domain.
Images may not be reproduced, downloaded, distributed, transmitted, copied, reproduced in derivative works, displayed, published or broadcast by any means or in any form without prior written consent from the artist Sharon Mau - Mahalo



Cosmic Love
Bright, flowing and free, love transcends all pain of the heart.
The universe, filled with the love of Spirit, knows me well.
Daily greetings from the sun, nightly nods from the moon,
I am a part of the great cycle of life.
As the tree sprouts to life, so do I.
As the flower grows, so do I.
As the leaves fall to the earth once more, so do I.
Nature, Spirit and I are one in the never ending dance of love.



Blissful Independence
I was born to express the freedom of Spirit.
When I reach out to you with love,
I feel this cosmic energy stream freely through me.
When I release painful burdens from the past,
I am the flowing water of the river and not a rock on its shores.
When I live in joy,
I create heaven on Earth.
The blissful independence of God lives through me.



Intuition
I see the physical world, but I look deeper.
I hear words spoken, but I listen deeper.
I feel the impact of actions,
but I sense deeper.
I know many things about life, but I discern deeper.
I am an observer of life, noticing patterns, choices, and paths.
I am a participant of life, living in the heart of the moment.
I am a discerner of life, perceiving the underlying love empowering all moments.
I look for love, allowing it to guide my way.



Illumination
I seek God’s inspiration,
the seed of creativity.
I search for wisdom,
the power of new growth.
I look within to discern life’s truths.
I nurture hope, the divine expectation.
I have faith in life everlasting.
I know love, God’s eternal promise.
I am blessed on the path of illumination.


For the Love of Spirit
I open my heart to Spirit.
I trust in the love of Spirit.
I know that Spirit moves through me for my highest and best good.
I follow Spirit in each and every step I take.
I am Spirit in action.


Journey with Spirit
We journey into the heart of God,
Soaring on the wings of Spirit’s love.
Embracing our forgotten memories,
We remember God’s guiding hand.
Spirit’s light leads us home.


Who I Am
I am the light of peace.
I am the breath of Spirit.
I am the strength of a thousand horses.
I am the courage of a new day.
I am the love of a child.
I am who I am.


In the Silence
In the silence, I turn to you.
My inner heart, my inner mind knows the truth.
I am whole, complete in every way.
I am love, greeting all I meet with open arms.
I am silence, rich with simplicity.
In the silence, I remember these words:
Let all who come to me feel my spirit touching their soul.





Remembering
I remember who I am.
I use my power for peace.
I am blessed with spiritual vision.
I accept my inner truth.
I act in good faith.
I see love in all things.
When I remember, I create heaven here and now.

Aloha Have a Great Weekend What Time is it

January 12th, 2013



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Marketing Options

December 15th, 2012




15 December 2012
Sharon Mau

On the subject of Behind the Scenes - Control Panel - Marketing options on fineartamerica and artistwebsites



On fineartamerica - Behind the Scenes - control panel under Marketing currently we have the following options:

Facebook Applications
Slideshows & Widgets
E-Mail Campaigns
Jobs
Artwork Page Sponsorships
Ordering Catalogs
Affiliate Program
Discount Codes
Sharing Buttons
Limited Time Promotions

And currently on fineartamerica we have the following sharing buttons

Facebook
Twitter
StumbleUpon
Google +
Pinterest



On artistwebsites - Behind the Scenes - control panel under Marketing currently we have the following options:


Facebook Applications
Slideshows & Widgets
E-Mail Campaigns
Ordering Catalogs
Affiliate Program
Discount Codes


On artistwebsites among other things we have no "Limited Time Promotions" nor do we have "Sharing Buttons"




• I would like for all marketing options on both websites to be the same
If Sean does not want to include Jobs and Artwork Page Sponsorships on artistwebsites I completely understand but I do want the Sharing Buttons and Limited Time Promotions


• For those marketing options I choose to enable or disable on fineartamerica I would like to also be in effect by default on artistwebsites . .

Say, for example, on sharing buttons, if I choose to have the pinterest option disabled on fineartamerica I do not want anyone to be able to pin my images on my artistwebsites gallery . . Aloha


Create Symbols and Emoticons using your Keyboard

November 17th, 2012

. ╰⊰✿ . . Aloha . . a visitor asked how to create symbols in our comments and this is my reply . . thank you so much for your kind comment . in answer to your inquiry . . to create symbols similar to emoticons using your keyboard you use your ALT key holding it down while pressing another key or series of keys on your number pad . . for example ALT+3 = ♥ . . ✿⊱╮. . . learn more . . here is an excellent resource on how to create symbols and characters using your keyboard . . Aloha . . http://www.wikihow.com/Type-Symbols-Using-the-ALT-Key

 

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