WA'A MOANA

When I learned that I would be taking my grandson to see "WA'A MOANA," my excitement matched his anticipation. However, my enthusiasm stemmed from a different reason. The film featured a Fijia outrigger canoe, a type of sailing vessel that I had been commissioned to construct a scale model of. I successfully completed this model in September 2021. It’s interesting to note that the ship showcased in "MOANA" closely resembles the Fijian Kamakau. This particular type of outrigger canoe is widely regarded as one of the most exceptional designs ever created. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to produce a scale model of such an impressive vessel.