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AlohaToday, it is even more important to David to spread the "ALOHA." He created his bronze "Hawaiian Style" Circle Hook Necklace in honor of the "Old Ways" as one way to accomplish this. As the story goes the original Hawaiian Style circle hooks were carved from femur’s of deceased ancestors. This tradition was handed down from generation to generation these circle hooks were carved from other bones as well, it is believed the hooks take on part of the spirit of the carver. It also represents the circle of life, as ancestor bones used to catch the fish to feed the family. Today, it is believed that a hook worn with respect or given and received with love takes on part of the spirit of those who wear or handle it. In this way it becomes a spiritual link between people spanning time and distance. It is also said that by wearing the hook it provides good luck and safe passage when traveling. So it is often worn by travelers. Stylized circle hooks represent strength, prosperity, abundance, and a great respect for the sea. Click here for info on ordering Bronze "Hawaiian Style" Circle Hook Pendants.  What's Going OnThunder StruckThis very rare piece of Jamaican Dogwood grown in the Islands of the Florida Keys estimated to be 80 years old. This tree was a victim of a hurricane and was salvaged by my buddy Jeff at Mother Ocean located in Tavenier, Florida Keys. This wood is harder than superman’s kneecap and holds every shade and sheen of metallic coloring I’ve ever seen in wood. “Thunder Struck” depicts a Giant Blue Marlin launching herself into a spinning back flip. She is sculpted from one single piece of wood and rests on Florida Keys Fossil Coral. Her debut at the Ft Lauderdale International Boat Show October 29-November 2, 2009 will stop traffic at our booth in Tent 2 Booth #145 We’ll see you there! Global Tribal Tatto ImagesDuring MY time I have traveled to many remote locations around the world. I have learned much about ancient cultural ways TATTOO has been one way I express Ones’ Life Journey…These Images tell Part of the story of One Man’s Life. To PURCHASE any of the items below, contact Bobbi McCarty (305)244-2466 or mccarty-consulting@peoplepc.com. GicleesUnframed Giclees available $100.00 less than posted prices. Click images below to enlarge. 
AHI HAWAIIAN STYLE GICLEE FRAMED $550.00 
'RELEASE' SAILFISH GICLEE FRAMED $550.00 
MAHI ISLAND STYLE GICLEE FRAMED $550.00 Shirts
“RELEASE” SAILFISH APPLIQUE KAKHI SHIRT 
AHI HAWAIIAN STYLE HEAVY COTTON TEE 
SINCE 10,000 BC Ancient Fish Hook HEAVY COTTON TEE 
'RELEASE' SAILFISH HEAVY COTTON TEE 
MAHI ISLAND STYLE HEAVY COTTON TEE 
MARLIN COTTON TEE IN BLACK OR BLUE INK 
HONU COTTON TEE 
DAVID’S LOGO (ABOVE) IS ON THE BACK OF EVERY COTTON TEE. DressesLADIES DRESS SIZES 1(SM-MED) AND SIZE 2 (LG-XL). Allow 3 Weeks for Delivery. Custom Woods Available for Hooks. 
Brown Camo (Also available in Pink Camo, Lime Green Camo) 
MICROFIBER DRESS with Hawaiian Style Circle Hook Original Sculpture |
What's NewCheck out UPCOMING EVENTS for 2011 CIRCLE HOOK RELEASED FLAG
Flags signifying catches have been in use aboard fishing vessels since the early 1900’s. Avalon Tuna Club on Santa Catalina Island in California were first to develop flags signifying a days catch. They were first used for marlin and tuna. When flags became smaller colors were universally important. In 1938, in Palm Beach Florida, the red release pennant was born. It was a new innovative idea-a huge milestone that changed the nature of big game fishing. Today, tournaments around the world have widely adopted release formats and red triangle pennants are proudly flown from vessels of conservation-minded sportsmen around the world.
As knowledge of marine sciences improves, biologists and anglers now recognize the need for safe release practices to ensure the best odds for survival of fish once they are off the hook. Wirth created his Released Circle Hook Flag to bring awareness to anglers that circle hooks should be universally used. “I wanted to design a RELEASED Flag that would represent the use of circle hooks and the safe Release of game fish. NOW… this ancient style Circle Hook is a way to connect with our past, provide us safe passage on the water in the present. And a way to connect us with our future. Again, this ancient style circle hook brings “THE CIRCLE OF LIFE” into our hands” Wirth states.
$2.00 FROM THE SALE OF EACH FLAG IS DONATED TO THE IGFA CONSERVATION PROGRAMS 3 STLYES AVAILABLE 10” X 15” POLYESTER $20.00 12” X 18” POLYESTER $40.00 12” X 18” NYLON APPLIQUE $60.00 To purchase, call (951)551-3594 or e-mail for more information. New Bronze Line on Fire
Yeah, you can say I am exited to share this new line of work." David is pouring a new work of art every month at the foundry in Santa Ana, CA and the quality of this work is unsurpassed. This new concept of Marine Fine Art is being made in "ultra limited editions."  “I make my bronze editions from 10-30. It keeps the art, well art!” This bronze Yellow fin tuna titled “Outer Banks” on a wood base of So Cal Black Walnut. 18”L x 10”H x 12”W this one donated to Make A Wish brought $3,500.00 at Auction, another to Western Outdoor News “Los Cabos Tuna JackPot 2008” brought $7,500.00 for the charity. Press UpdateThe Miami Boat ShowThe Maimi International Boat Show was fantastic this year. Check out the video on World of Boating/NavQuest of David discussing his work. You can create an account and vote for David's video! Worldwide Angler Magazine Featured ArtistCheck out the current issue of Worldwide Angler magazine online for an article featuring David and his work. You can also view the article here. 
Wildlife Art MagazineWildlife Art magazine is currently running their conservation issue and David has been selected to be the "Giants of the Sea" marine artist/conservation advocate. I am totally honored by this article. It is very satisfying as an artist to be recognized for your work, but to be able to spread the word on saving the world's fish habitats and big fish is really great. Click here to read article (15MB PDF file).
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The use of flags for signaling on boats has been around for thousands of years. As anglers adopt a conservation approach to their sport David A. Wirth has created a symbol that adds to a nearly century old legacy to bring awareness to the use of circle hooks and the safe release of fish. Wirth’s new circle hook Released Flag features his distinctive ancient style circle hook design in white against a sharp red background to be used to celebrate a catch with the value of using a circle hook and a safe release.
"I have been creating new and resurrecting fantastically animated Bronze sculptures and working on several new
sculpture concepts, colors and shapes to bring to life to what I see.