Company: Kelsie Dayna

Print Designed: Iwa & Rainbow Shaka

Bio: Kelsie Dayna Kalohi is a Honolulu-based illustrator and artist. Born and raised on Oahu, Kelsie's work is heavily inspired by her local upbringing. Her work seeks to bring fun and smiles into the humdrum of everyday life. Although not traditionally trained, art has always been a driving force and source of expression for Kelsie.

Company: Aidas Colorss

Print Designed: Honu & Humu

Bio: Aida Salehi creates art with the intention of connecting prints and paintings with environmental conservation. Her playful colors and abstract depiction of the flora and fauna of the Hawaiian islands is a reminder of the natural beauty of the native lands and the preservation of the not so common flora. Aida currently resides on the North Shore of O’ahu coloring surfboards and creating environmental art with hopes to raise awareness of Hawai’is native environment.

Company: Lauren Trangmar

Print Designed: Hihimanu

Bio: Lauren Trangmar is an artist, illustrator and graphic designer with roots in Hawai‘i and New Zealand. She currently lives and works on Oʻahu. Lauren specializes in highly detailed illustrations that reference the conventions of historical, scientific illustration, often with a contemporary, whimsical twist. Themes that are explored in her most recent work include the relationship between storytelling, culture, myths and history, art, science, and natural history.

When she is not in the studio, Lauren is a passionate swimmer, diver, hiker and runner. Her nature adventures aid in fueling her curiosity and inspire many of her artworks.

Lauren has illustrated for various clients throughout the United States, and has artwork in public and private collections globally, including the Honolulu Museum of Art’s permanent collection and the Art in Public Places Collection of the Hawai‘i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.

Company: Red Thread Artistry

Print Designed: Musubi Van

Bio: “I’m Elyse Bojorquez!

I’m an all around creative. I love using a variety of mediums like oil paint, acrylic paint, watercolor, and digital illustrations. I specialize in the human figure and portraits. However, I am an overall hands-on person that does jewelry, sewing projects, and even flower arrangements!

My art is to escape the everyday and to reflect a sense of peace, feminine charm, and show the beauty of the Hawaii lifestyle. I am rooted in my love for vintage Hawaii pieces and mixing with our modern local culture. I want to bring a feeling of peace, happiness, and to reconnect you to a memory of something or someone you love."

Company: Honey Star

Print Designed: Hawaii Fruits, Ohia Lehua, Pacific

Bio: “I was born and raised in Hawaii and I am constantly inspired by the culture and people here. As a graphic designer and illustrator, I enjoy creating designs that give clients a voice to express their business so that others can hear their message. I also run a small business, Honey Star, with my friend!

Honey Star sells stickers, pins, t-shirts and more with a range of cute and edgy designs. Our original artwork is inspired by the rich culture in Hawaii, our Japanese heritage and everyday experiences! Honey Star started in 2020 and aims to bring a little bit of joy with every design.”

Company: Roro + Aumi Paper Goods

Print Designed: ‘Ono

Bio: Aloha! My name is Roshayne Gonsalves, I’m born and raised on the island of Kaua’i and am the owner of a small business called roro+aumi paper goods. I created roro+aumi paper goods during the pandemic when I was out of a job, in hopes of turning my love of creativity into a dream I’ve had since I was little. Also being able to support my daughter and myself. A small local business created by a mama (me, RoRo) and inspired by my fun, artsy daughter, Autumn (Aumi). Together we create adorable illustrations, stickers, stationery, apparel, and more! You can find me on Instagram @roroandaumipapergoods.

Company: Candice Doodles

Print Designed: Nalu

Bio: Candice Soon AKA CandiceDoodles is a self-taught artist and illustrator with a love for the islands that shaped her into who she is today. Born and raised in the island-nation of Singapore, she discovered her passion for art in Okinawa, Japan, where she taught English for three years. While living there, she began dabbling in watercolor painting and other mediums. She currently lives in Hawai'i -- another special island that she calls home. Each of these places have deeply influenced her artistic style and subjects, resulting in a colorful palette with tropical and floral themes that pay homage to their natural environments and rich histories. You can find more of her work on Instagram (@candicedoodles) or on Etsy (candicedoodles.etsy.com)

Company: Tropical Funk HI

Print Designed: Pua

Bio: Aloha! My name is Jackie and I absolutely love our native species in Hawai'i. For the last 12 years, I have had the privilege of working as an environmental educator inspiring keiki to become conservation warriors in their communities. While working in dry forest conservation, I saw a need for more native species representation in the art world, and have since been turning my funky illustrations into stickers, shirts, murals, books, logos and tattoos. I love designing vibrant and impactful pieces that convey the beauty of our native flora and fauna in Hawai'i. My hope is to spread awareness about these badass species and raise money for those working so hard to save them. You can find me on Instagram @tropicalfunkhi.

Company: Jahier Studio

Print Designed: Kahakai

Bio: Jahier Studio is a micro-business founded by local artist Chloé Selarque and is based in Kane’ohe town. Jahier Studio aims to celebrate the flora and fauna of Hawai’i through an artistic lens while centering values of environmentalism and sustainability in all aspects of the business.

IG: @jahier_studio

Website: www.jahierstudio.com

Company: Ariel Illustrates

Print Designed: Manu

Bio: My name is Ariel and I'm a native Hawaiian wahine who started Ariel Illustrates as a creative outlet for my conservation artwork focusing on birds and plants found around the Hawaiian islands. I was born and raised in Hilo and have worked with various conservation groups throughout the islands. I am a native plant lover and a scientist with an eye for detail (must've been from all those hours looking for bugs in plants and little fire ant surveys).

I'm fortunate to have hands-on-experience with some of the most endangered species in Hawaii and am inspired everyday to create products to aid their conservation. I've realized that a huge part of saving these species is raising awareness and encouraging others to learn about the threats and issues they face. You can find my work on instagram @arielillustrates which focuses on digital art however I sometimes practice other mediums like watercolor and acrylic.

Company: Tiarakoba

Print Designed: Mano

Bio: Aloha everyone! My name is Tiara Kobayashi-Bautista and I am a designer based on Maui, Hawai'i. I've had a love and appreciation for art for as long as I can remember. I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from UH Mānoa in 2022. I'm so grateful that I'm able to use art to connect with other creators, businesses, and to represent our beautiful Hawai'i and it's culture.

Company: Hunneh Girl Designs

Print Designed: Kalo & Palapalai

Bio: Aloha my name is Maili! I am a surface pattern designer from Kailua, Oahu. I am constantly inspired by the beauty of our island, so I make patterns based off of Hawaiian Culture and many more! I am a self taught artist that was accidentally brought into the digital design world. Hunneh Girl Designs was originally a swimwear brand, but I was asked many times where I was getting my prints from and that was how my business was born! I have been going just a year strong with this business and I am very grateful for the many opportunities I have received so far!