CURATOR | ARTIST & MURALIST

Kamea Hadar grew up in the worlds of his Japanese-Korean mother and Israeli father. He began studying drawing and painting from a young age.Although Kamea’s work is rooted in traditional portraiture, it has evolved from the canvas to large-scale murals and installations found in cities worldwide. He labels his work as “Hybridism”, a hybridization of traditional and modern culture

ARTIST & DESIGNER

Gavin Murai, born and raised on the south shore of O‘ahu, has established Reckon Shop, a multi-faceted creative enterprise influenced by his insular upbringing, regional surfing lifestyle, and international experiences. Employing a methodological approach of "analog then digital," Reckon Shop undertakes endeavors ranging from brand development to large-scale murals, adapting to client needs and various artistic formats.

ARTIST & MURALIST

Melón’s art is deeply rooted in connection and community. Born and raised in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood, he discovered graffiti as both an escape and a means of self-expression. Hopping trains and immersing himself in the city’s diverse art scene, he found inspiration beyond his block. Graffiti became his escape from the gang life that surrounded him, offering a creative outlet and a sense of purpose.

ARTIST & MURALIST

Punky Aloha Studio is the illustration studio of Shar Tui‘asoa, a freelance illustrator based in Kailua, O‘ahu.  After studying Fine Art at her local community college for 6 years, Shar moved to California to earn her BFA in Illustration.  She moved back to Hawai‘i shortly after and started Punky Aloha Studio in the summer of 2018. 

ARTIST & MURALIST

As a Native Hawaiian born and raised on O‘ahu's North Shore, his family's shared love for surfing and its history has heavily influenced Soren's work and ethos.Working primarily with paint and pigment on canvas, Jack has produced several solo exhibitions, as well as contributed works to numerous group and collective shows since 2016.

ARTIST

Jeff Gress is a Honolulu-based artist renowned for his vibrant hand-lettered murals, traditional sign painting, gold leaf gilding, and contemporary graphic design. His work masterfully blends bold typography with cultural storytelling, celebrating both local Hawaiian heritage and global visual influences.

DESIGNER

Native Hawaiian designer and co-founder of local brand FITTED. Born and raised in the Koʻolaupoko area of Oʻahu and a product of Kahaluʻu, Rapozo knew from a young age that his calling in life was design.

ARTIST

Cory Kamehanaokalā Holt Taum (b. 1990) is a Kānaka ʻŌiwi artist who lives and works in Hawaiʻi. He is an active mural artist and cultural practitioner, sourcing inspiration from the stories and teachings of the past and their relevance in today's drastically changing Hawaiʻi.

ARTIST & MURALIST

Noa is an artist/muralist raised on O‘ahu with a passion for surfing. As a kid, he found inspiration watching his dad draw dragons and anime characters on his surfboards. Noa finds purpose in discovering lines and creating eye-catching perspectives that make his family proud.

ARTIST & PHOTOGRAPHER

Reanna Chambers is an artist, photographer, and producer from Los Angeles, California, based in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Over the past decade she has grown to understand the many languages of production and has had the privilege of documenting and working on fine art installations and large-scale murals.Reanna thrives on pushing her creative boundaries, and living in Hawaiʻi has deepened her appreciation for storytelling, cultural landscapes, and the creative communities that inspire her.

DECOR

AMBIENT RENTALS is a Specialty Rentals company founded by two local sisters Kristell and Kim. Our Unique Collection includes Peacock Chairs, Thrones, Picnic & Lounge Furniture and Select Decor. We Help clients Add Authentic Style to Weddings, Parties, Photoshoots & Personal or Professional Events. It’s All About The Feels! AMBIENT is about Bringing You into Something Real. We Utilize our Resources to Help Build Your Personal Dreamscape & Showoff Your Authentic Style.

SCENT CURATOR

 Aromas with Aloha creates scents that evoke the spirit of Hawaii with care for the most iconic hotels and restaurants in the state, and provides these scent dispensers within these spaces. We are very happy to be able to deliver scents that evoke the feeling of Hawaii.