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My Inspiration
From O'ahu trails to Big Island Forests
Hawai'i's amazing birds inspire me! As a kamaʻaina born and raised in these islands, I love hiking in the montane forests. My specialty is handmade, ceramic tiles, as well as ceramic and glass mosaics. Through my art I strive to bring awareness of the beauty of our native manu (birds) and plants and the importance of preserving them for future generations.
My ceramic art has been included at the following exhibitions on Hawai'i Island:
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Hawai'i Nei Juried Exhibition 2015, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI;
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Hawai'i Nei Juried Exhibition, 2016, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI;
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Return of the 'Alala: Restoring the Voice of Hawai'i's Native Forests Juried Exhibition (2016), Volcano Art Center, Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, HI;
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MidSummer Art Celebration, 2018 - 2nd Annual All Media Juried Exhibition, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI;
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Art by Hand: Contemporary Craft Juried Exhibit, 2018, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI; and
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Hawai'i Nei Juried Exhibition, 2019, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI.
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Abstract! Only 10th Annual Juried Exhibition, 2020, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI.
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Hawai'i Nei Juried Exhibition, 2020, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI
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Midsumer Art Celebration, 2021 - 5th Annual All Media Juried Exhibition, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI.
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Hawai'i Nei Juried Exhibition, 2021, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI.
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Hawai`i Nei Juried Exhibition, 2022, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI.
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Hawai'i Nei Juried Exhibition, 2023, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI.
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Hawaiʻi Nei Juried Exhibition, 2025, Wailoa Center, Hilo, HI.
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"Dappled Things" (ceramic mosaic featuring a Palila perched on mamane leaves and blossoms) earned an Honorable Mention (3D, Amateur) at the Hawai'i Nei Exhibition, 2020.
"When the Mist Clears: ʻŌmaʻo and Pilo"," a framed ceramic tile and glass mosaic, was inspired by a real-life glimpse of an ʻōmaʻo thrush at the Pua Akala Tract of Hakalau NWR. The mosaic was included in the Hawaiʻi Nei Art Exhibition, 2025.
Looking for a one-of-a kind gift?
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Check out my website's store.
Free shipping within the USA.
My Etsy Shop also has ceramic art and jewelry featuring Hawai'i's native plants and manu. Free shipping within the USA.
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A portion of my art sales supports Hawai'i non-profit conservation organizations working to save Hawai'i's endangered species and habitats.
Mahalo nui for visiting my website. Have a beautiful day. Aloha!