puka 'āina
original island-inspired artworks painted with love in Hawai’i ♡
puka : hole, opening, door, tunnel, portal
ʻāina : land
puka ʻāina : land portals
Original Paintings & Prints
Hawai’i to me (O’ahu)
prints starting at $15
cosmic Mauna Kea (Big Island)
prints starting at $15
lost in paradise (Maui)
prints starting at $15
Commissions
Customize your own island portal,
Let’s work together to create your one-of-a-kind piece! Commissions are not limited to island pieces - if it can be thought of, it can be painted!
No frame? No problem.
Each piece is carefully “gallery-wrapped” which continues the painting around the edges of the canvas.
About the Artist
Aloha! What do you find beautiful about the Hawaiian islands? I am inspired by the vivid aqua hues of the Pacific Ocean that can be seen from the tops of the Ko’olaus on O’ahu. This is why each puka ʻāina piece is centered in cerulean ocean currents. This is my way of honoring and sharing the divine spirit of Hawai’i.
I used to work as an engineer until I began fully pursuing my artistic passion in 2024. Ironically, I developed paints! I worked a lot and life was calling. I left, found the love of my life, and followed my dreams of joyfully creating pieces and growing my art business. Sometimes you just have to give it a shot.
If you are visiting, enjoy your stay here in this special place. If you are kamaʻāina or new to living here, I hope to see you on the trails or at Lokahi Kailua Market! For art content to brighten up your feed, follow me @pukaaina on Instagram!
