The lifeguards were closing up for the day as two friends were making the short trek down to Makapu'u Beach Park to catch sunset surf. The light colors and intricate shape of the large Hau tree contrasted beautifully with the towering ridges that surround the bay. The colors in the valley of Makapu'u were naturally radiant. Makapu'u is located on the eastern end of the Island of O'ahu and boasts of a ridge that rises over 600 feet above sea level. The cliff at Makapu'u Point forms the eastern tip of Oahu and is home to the Makapu'u lighthouse.
Original Watercolor Painting:
• Finished Size: 28.5" Wide X 21.25" High
• Professionally Framed and Matted
• UV Protective Glass
• Arches Fine Art Watercolor Paper
• Fine Art Print Available (Contact for details)
Original Watercolors
Leonard’s Bakery has been a beloved staple on Kapahulu Avenue since 1952, best known for its hot, sugar-coated malasadas and unmistakable roadside sign. In the warm afternoon sun, the historic bakery comes alive with locals and visitors stopping in for one of Hawaiʻi’s favorite treats. This watercolor captures the color, character, and nostalgia of a true Honolulu landmark. This watercolor reflects the charm and everyday warmth of a cherished Honolulu landmark.
Original Watercolor Painting:
• Finished Size: 28.5" Wide X 21.25" High
• Professionally Framed and Matted
• UV Protective Glass
• Arches Fine Art Watercolor Paper
Mokulua Iki and Mokulua Nui, also referred to as the Mokuluas, translate to "the two islands" in Hawaiian. Situated off the windward coast, these two islets provide a tranquil backdrop against the vibrant array of canoes at rest on Lanikai Beach. These colorful ocean vessels are poised for a picturesque excursion.
Original Watercolor Painting:
• Finished Size: 28.5" Wide X 21.25" High
• Professionally Framed and Matted
• UV Protective Glass
• Arches Fine Art Watercolor Paper
Cutting through Chinatown with a minivan full of children, I rounded the crest on North King Street and saw it. Despite the rush of cars trailing me, I slowed down to catch the red light and scrambled to get the phone from my pocket. I quickly snapped a couple of photos of the afternoon light radiating from the green shades and the red brick. The fruit stand was lit up like a bag of Skittles and the brown boxes of imported merchandise added complexity to this composition that was somewhat irresistible. The light turned green, and I was left with but a glimpse of an image I would soon be studying and enjoying for hours. I’d like to say that capturing this moment was more glamorous, but just sometimes, that’s just the way inspiration presents itself.
Original Watercolor Painting:
• Finished Size: 28.5" Wide X 21.25" High
• Professionally Framed and Matted
• UV Protective Glass
• Arches Fine Art Watercolor Paper
As we landed in Hilo, I was looking out the window and captivated by the weathered, rusted red roof of the Suisan Fish Market. After our landing I took my daughter back to this beautiful subject, studying the area and taking in all the activity. The beautiful red roof of Suisan Fish Market at the mouth of the Wailoa River at Hilo Bay stood out against the backdrop of the tranquil blue waters, creating a striking and beautiful color contrast that added to the charm of this waterfront scene.
Original Watercolor Painting:
• Finished Size: 28.5" Wide X 21.25" High
• Professionally Framed and Matted
• UV Protective Glass
• Arches Fine Art Watercolor Paper
There was energy in the ocean as the gentle sea breeze carried the faint scent of salt in the air. The rhythmic sound of crashing waves provided a soothing sound as this resident surfer walked across the hot sand, back to his bright yellow beach cruiser parked nearby. The two twisted trees, firmly anchored at the mouth of Kalama Beach Park, provided a picture-perfect canopy that framed the crystal-clear turquoise water of Kailua Bay. The vibrant greens of the beach Naupaka plants added a splash of color and complimented the beautiful shape of the mountain range off in the horizon.
Original Watercolor Painting:
• Finished Size: 28.5" Wide X 21.25" High
• Professionally Framed and Matted
• UV Protective Glass
• Arches Fine Art Watercolor Paper
• Fine Art Print Available (Contact for details)
A Celebration of Art and Aloha:
This collection reflects over 20 years of design expertise, a passion for vintage large-format printing, and a deep love for the Spirit of Aloha unique to Hawaii.
Limited-Edition Large-Format Artwork
Hawaii Classic is a nostalgic tribute to vintage surf culture, capturing the timeless spirit of Waikiki in the 1940s. Featuring a confident surfer leaning against a towering wooden board, the piece evokes the bold simplicity of early travel posters. Warm, sunlit tones contrast with the cool blues of the ocean, drawing the viewer into a serene yet iconic Hawaiian moment. This canvas print is printed on with a floating frame and is available in two sizes.
Two Sizes Available:
Small — 25.75” × 12.5” canvas print w/floating frame
Medium — 37” x 18” canvas print w/floating frame
Large — 50” x 24.5” canvas print w/floating frame
6 of 7 prints remaining
A‘ala Lani—“Heavenly Fragrance”—captures a quiet moment of island life. Surrounded by lush tropical foliage, a lei maker carefully strings fragrant white blossoms as Diamond Head rests in the distance. Overhead, an airplane departs the islands—a subtle reminder of Hawai‘i’s enduring draw for people from around the world. Its quiet traditions, natural beauty, and expressions of aloha offer a glimpse of why Hawai‘i has long been celebrated as the Paradise of the Pacific—a place where the beauty of the land, culture, and people creates an experience unlike anywhere else.
Limited-Edition Giclee Print:
• Finished Size: 44" Wide X 58" High
• Professionally Framed
• Printed on Hahnemühle 310 gsm paper
• 7 Total Prints Available
• Free Oahu Delivery
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Outrigger canoes offered adventurous visitors the chance to feel the energy of the waves, known locally as "rollers" that arrived each summer in Waikiki from the Southern Hemisphere. Guests, often wide-eyed and full of anticipation, contributed minimal paddle power as their seasoned, sun-bronzed steersman skillfully guided the 40-foot vessel across the surf. This artwork presents a rare vantage point of a canoe in Waikiki, celebrating the dynamic contrast between the steady, practiced labor of the steersman and the thrill-seeking spirit of the guests.
Limited-Edition Giclee Print:
• Finished Size: 44" Wide X 58" High
• Professionally Framed
• Printed on Hahnemühle 310 gsm paper
• 7 Total Prints Available
• Free Oahu Delivery
6 of 7 prints remaining
In the 1940's Hawaii's tourist boom led rise to Hawaii being a destination for weddings. This piece showcased the fusion between Hawaiian cultural traditions were being incorporated into Western-style weddings, which added a unique flavor to the ceremonies.
The Bride captures a quiet, striking moment in Hawai‘i’s evolving identity that represents a moment where the mainland met the islands, and something uniquely beautiful came of it. The image is simple but unforgettable: a woman in an understated wedding dress, standing in the sun, holding up a freshly cut Monstera leaf for shade. The rich black backdrop draws your eye straight to that bold, bright green leaf—elegant and unpretentious, complementing both her beauty and the beauty of her surroundings.
If you look closely, a glint on her finger gives her away. She’s married now. And the flower tucked behind her left ear? That’s not just pretty—it’s a quiet announcement: she’s taken. A memorable moment where the mainland met the islands, and something uniquely beautiful came of it.
Limited-Edition Giclee Print:
• Finished Size: 44" Wide X 58" High
• Professionally Framed
• Printed on Hahnemühle 310 gsm paper
• 7 Total Prints Available
• Free Oahu Delivery
6 of 7 prints remaining
“Kaukahi,” the Hawaiian word for a single-hulled canoe, speaks to both the craft and the quiet elegance of a bygone Waikīkī. It recalls a time when the islands moved at a slower rhythm, and the evening air carried the promise of a one-of-a-kind adventure. Hotels in Waikīkī once offered their guests twilight canoe rides on the waves at Canoes. In this scene, a fair-skinned tourist—proudly wearing a new floral one-piece swimsuit—stands at the water’s edge, holding a steersman’s paddle carved from a single piece of Hawaiian wood. She’s readying herself for a ride across the evening rollers. In the distance, Diamond Head rests like a sentinel, while a scatter of lights from shoreline homes shimmer on the ocean’s surface. Look closely and you’ll spot a canoe riding the swell, silhouetted in the fading light. Kaukahi captures the charm of a simpler time, when the line between visitor and island blurred under the culture of aloha, and every evening held the quiet thrill of memories waiting just offshore.
Limited-Edition Giclee Print:
• Finished Size: 44" Wide X 58" High
• Professionally Framed
• Printed on Hahnemühle 310 gsm paper
• 7 Total Prints Available
• Free Oahu Delivery
From above, the view is all color and motion—turquoise waters alive with light, a sail tilted just so, catching the trade winds as a lone boat rounds Diamond Head. In the distance, the iconic Royal Hawaiian Hotel—its soft pink silhouette resting on the edge of Waikīkī—welcomes the boat homeward.
Large-Format Giclee Print:
• Finished Size: 44" Wide X 58" High
• Professionally Framed
• Printed on Hahnemühle 310 gsm paper
• Open Edition
• Free shipping on O’ahu and throughout the continental United States
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![Six framed landscape paintings arranged in two rows on a beige wall in a room with a wooden sideboard below. The paintings depict scenes of tropical beaches, boats, trees, and a bicycle. A large wooden bowl is on the sideboard, along with a stack of books and a potted fern plant. Part of a bed with beige bedding and a cozy throw blanket, and a wooden chair with a cushion are visible.]()
Watercolor Prints
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Vintage Prints
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New Arrivals
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![People looking at a large mirror with a cityscape background and a pool. One woman stands with her arms crossed, another woman with her hands on her hips, and a man leaning on the side of the pool.]()
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