Kailua Artist + Female Powerhouse Story and photos by Alexandra Kahn It’s hard to categorize Lauren Roth as an artist...
Story and photos: Alexandra Kahn Influenced by the colors and cultures of her childhood, Osta Lange is a talented painter...
By Alex Kahn A fearlessly creative duo dabbling in nearly every medium of art, Scott Yoell and Margo Ray of Island Eclectic have proven that they can take on almost any artistic challenge. From wood and ink to bronze and printmaking, this husband and wife team have combined their talents...
Words and photos by Alexandra Kahn Tattooing Hawaiian Tapping: The word tattoo derives from the Tahitian word, “tatua” which in...
By Kyveli Diener Photos Keoki Walking into the Kai Ku Hale shop and art gallery in Haleiwa feels much like...
By Alexandra Kahn Different styles of art appeal to people; some might prefer the classic painting and sculpture styles of the past, while others look towards the oddities of the future, while others still prefer digital or even interactive pieces. The term used to define art has grown exponentially and...
Story and Photos: John Weaver Laura Mellow opens the door to her home enthusiastically and says hello with a big...
Happy Little Waves By Tiffany Foyle When I first met Heather Brown, she worked as a dive instructor at Deep...
By Tiffany Foyle Faceless surfers. Bodies crushed between the exhaustion of a musubi’s rice and spam. Black waves that look like the hair barrel of a harajuku girl’s bun. Kris Goto’s art is unlike anything you’ve seen in the surf world, and that’s because her style mirrors her unique cultural...
By Tiffany Foyle Photos Keoki Julie Patacchia’s paintings chronicle the landmarks, traditions and pastimes of the once sleepy and...
By Mike Latronic Photos Wyland Worldwide In the world of art and ocean awareness, no one man does it better...
If you’ve ever surfed out at Ala Moana Bowls, you’ve probably noticed the cute little firecracker with short white hair picking off the best waves. That legendary woman is Jeannie Chesser and odds are, she’s been surfing longer than you’ve been alive. This energetic wahine won her first contest in...