Relief

Sarah Nanbu is an Uchinaanchu and Japanese printmaker from ‘Aiea, and she currently resides in Kaka’ako. She spends a lot of time thinking about what it means to be from (and of) a place, and cares deeply about being a good steward.

Nesodynerus (Potter Wasp) is a linocut relief print with lava rock embossing. My hope is that this print draws the viewer in and creates an opportunity to learn about this native insect.

Here are three fun facts about Nesodymerus: 
-Nesodynerus, a genus of potter wasps, are endemic to the Hawaiian archipelago. All 109 known species (and one subspecies) are derived from a single lineage.
-Hunting is exclusively performed by females, who sting prey to paralyze (not kill). Captured prey is then transported back to the nest. 
-Nesodynerus populations are threatened by habitat destruction, predators (like non-native ants that prey on larvae and invasive wasps competing for food), and (of course!) climate change.