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Artist Statement 
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Dale Zarrella is a young artist in
years, but seldom does an artist master so many mediums.
Wood, stone, and bronze sculptures are represented as well
as paintings on canvas. He has made the Island of Maui his
home and inspiration for his incredible life’s work.
He began his career as a sculptor as the age of nine. By
eighteen he was deeply committed to his work and had
completed as eight foot crucifix and large sculpture of the
Holy Family for his hometown church, St. Dominic’s, in
Southington, Connecticut. Dale continues to strive with each
creation to open the doors in both our hearts and minds. The
natural power of his wood sculptures and his acclaimed
limited edition bronzes attests to his exacting dedication.
When expanding his vision to include paintings on canvas,
he found his experience as a sculptor helped to develop
depth and contours which make his paintings come alive. Dale
opens the door to the secret world of sea turtles with his
bronze sculptures and paintings showing us the grace and
beauty of these magnificent creatures. Dale’s work as
director of one of Hawaii’s few turtle sanctuaries (on the
Big Island) and as a board member of the World Turtle Trust
communicates a personal dedication to honoring and
preserving their world.
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Gathering
wood on the southern slope of Haleakala Crater
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