This Petroglyph is carved on natural slate and includes bamboo and jute wall hanger. The design is carved into the surface of the stone and darkened with pigments.

Petroglyph is a word that comes from the Greek words, "petros", for rock and 'glyphen", to carve. Literally, petroglyphs are rock carvings. The ancient Hawaiians called them ki'i pohaku or stone images.

The Canoe Paddler embodies strength, stamina and skill. The canoe allowed travel among the Islands during ancient times and paddling is still practiced today in Hawaii as a competitive sport.