We are vacationing in Hawaii staying in Waikiki. While walking around the Hilton I discovered…read moreKaiKoa Gallery tucked away from the mainstream of the corridor which caught my eye so I walked inside to check it out. The gallery sizeable with a vast array of contemporary Hawaiian landscapes to modern art using different types of mediums. Robert was very helpful to give us a tour of the pieces telling us about specific pieces that caught our attention. It's a colorful gallery with much to offer those that come inside. Thank you for making us feel welcome in the gallery. Before deciding to post a review I did read some of the reviews and saw that not everyone felt welcome. Please remember to spread the ALOHA spirit KaiKoa Gallery.

Just put a sign that straight up says "purchase required in order to enter" already instead of all…read morethese ugly paper signs all over your windows. So shame to have that in a Hilton property and have NO ALOHA in hawaii. A guy greeted us and I thought he was another patron that just came from the beach. Not presentable at all. Plain black t-shirt, beach looking hair, not well put together. He was discouraging us from staying if we had no intention to buy & I have kids. The kids thing I respect because there's people that let theirs run wild, but not me & this guy is a witness to that cause I scolded mine in front of him telling them to stay close. Anyways, as a niece of a musician and teacher who lives in & is close family friends with the WEALTHY in Los Angeles, I was raised to appreciate art & with my son who's quite artistic himself, I figured visiting this place would help feed the soul, but NOPE! No pictures allowed but someone who left a review took a picture and posted it. Where's your response to them to scold them? You're so all about "respecting" the artists by shaming people that are just looking and can't appreciate their work. Btw based on multiple sources from searching "gallery etiquette" to educate myself and verify what this guy said, because I was listening respectfully - this guy is just a jerk (to put it nicely). Google is free. Don't let him fool you.

A Hidden Gem in Downtown! This art installation is a…read morefantastic gem in the heart of downtown. So many different artists showcasing their unique styles and creativity. The atmosphere was inspiring--I even had a great conversation with a houseless man who was simply enjoying the beauty and emotion that art brings. Truly a space where everyone feels welcome and connected through art.

Came to see a play (Titus Andronicus) here. There's a gallery which showcases local artwork, books…read more The stage area is small and cozy with tiered seating which makes for a more intimate setting. Acoustics are pretty good- no problem at all hearing the actors. There were drinks for sale as well. FYI-there's only 2 bathroom stalls which made for a long line during intermission. Really enjoyed the venue and play!

I've only purchased mat boards here, so I've honestly never made it very far into the store, but…read morethis is my go-to place for DIY framing supplies. Pretty good prices, a decent variety of colors (not a lot of specialty colors, metallics, or textures, but plenty for basic framing jobs), and a selection of corners at a desk near the front doors so you can match up mats to your prints in clean light. Take your corner selection to the checkout desk and they'll retrieve your board for you. They also have protective plastic bags big enough to cover the sheet. They offer a teacher discount, which I always forget about, so I'm grateful that the staff asks every time! Several parking spaces in the shared lot out front and I've never found it full. Easy to get to on the left side of Beretania.

Great stock of Watercolor paints and brushes , as well as supplies of Oil and Acrylic paints. Staff…read moreis helpful and knowledgeable of the items in the store. Become a member and receive discount on purchases.

3/4/17 Well it's been a while since I started using Noelani…read morefir my framing and I can now tell you that I am delighted. She framed a Madge Tennant painting and it's beautiful. In addition, she arranged to have it "restored". It's great, I just dropped it off, she arranged with the restorer to have it picked up, worked on, and returned to her studio. She then matted and framed it and called me to pick it up. A few months later I took in two more prints that needed work. Both were Japanese calligraphys. They also had foxing due to moisture and humidity here in Hawaii. Again she took care of it all. She called the restorer, he pick them up, worked on them, then took them back to her gallery. Noelani matted and framed them. I can't be happier. Noelani takes the time to explain all the alternatives regarding the matting as well as the glass and works with you to make sure you get what you want within your budget

Small owner operated gallery and framing, with huge selection of acid free mats and terrific frame…read moreselections for custom sized artwork. I have brought her oil paintings,antique embroidery, old family photos,& even a vintage Japan shell-gemstone-feather collage that she has custom framed at a reasonable price. Excellent,careful,high quality work. Don't have many things that need framing,but a few precious items rusted &fell off our wall,and Noelani saved them!

Signed up for "Some Like It Hot" because I want to learn more about jewelry-making and had my first…read morelesson today. First time visiting the Art School and first time working with a handsaw. Metalsmithing is no joke! My left tricep is sore just from holding the copper piece in place. The instructor, Juvana S., was professional, approachable, friendly, and seems knowledgeable. I found myself wishing the class was a YouTube tutorial because I need to watch/hear some things on repeat and also pause when needed. The class went on a good pace though since my fellow classmates were mostly new to this type of thing. The Metals Studio has everything (I guess) stocked and laid out. The three hours went by really quickly. I can't wait to learn more in the weeks to come!

I went to the Pecha Kucha night (20 slides, 20 seconds each) on Friday to get a flavor of this…read morestyle of presentation (to implement in my classroom). We showed up minutes before intermission and right away I noticed... 1. The sound quality was poor (you could barely hear from the back where most of the crowd was standing) 2. There were limited stools to sit on but a majority of the crowd was standing... 3. There was a tent with free beer but they don't serve during the presentations (intermission looked like a scene from Walmart on Black Friday) The presentations were... not what I expected. The next Pecha Kucha night is on March 9th and I think I'm going to give it another shot. Chamorro Grindz was the featured food truck but we ate before we came (the reason why we were an hour late). The highlight of the night was when I discovered that teachers can check out artifacts to share with their students ... for free.

This was my first experience ordering a custom frame earlier this year, and I highly recommend the…read moreKakaako store! I had the pleasure of working with Gaylynn, the Store Manager, who was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for. Needless to say, I'm now on my third custom frame and consider myself a customer for life at this location. If you're looking for a high quality custom frame and a team that genuinely cares about helping you find the perfect solution, stop by and see Gaylynn and her team. You won't be disappointed!

Just brought in another painting to be framed. The first painting was framed just beautifully. I am…read moreimpressed and sold on this place. Very well done! Can't wait until I get the second painting back!

I went there a few months ago. There's available parking right outside the door and nearby. It's…read morelike walking into old Hawaii. There are so many items to look at and buy that I was there for about an hour. If you look carefully you may find what you're looking from the old days of Hawaii. I found a very interesting marble collection which I didn't even know they had. I used to play with marbles when I was very young. The marbles were so colorful and unique that I bought a few. Near the register I discovered a very small Pittsburg Steelers lapel pin. They were my favorite team back in the old days so I bought it. All of the items are very reasonably priced and the owners are very friendly and knowledgeable. They will tell you stories about their collectibles. It was like going to a museum where you can actually but things. I had a great time!

Located on the left side of Queen street, driving towards Diamond head way, this place can be…read moremissed. A place if you want to look for any vintage items, going way back even before my hanabata days, While looking in his collection of many items that you probably cannot find anymore, it took me back to the good ole days. Owner is very friendly and cool. I see him at the collector's show at NBC as well, selling onlly a little part of what he has in his store. He can also tell you stories of old. Very nice man and wife when visiting their store.

We were trying to find material and a place that would reupholster these Chinese cushions for our…read morevery old Chinese chair. I saw Yan and as soon as we got there I felt we were in the right place! Daphne was just wonderful! She showed me what they had and offered great advice on where to go to buy material that they would use to reupholster these cushion! She is knowledgeable and efficient! Anyone looking to redecorate or need old pillows or Chinese cushions bring them here! I'm waiting to get them but I'm confident they will be beautiful and make my home even more comfortable and inviting!

So unprofessional. I made 3 trips there because they were so unorganized. The owner promised me a…read morecushion made and to be picked up the next morning. Now need to drive another 30 minutes home and back. The next morning when I arrived she was not there and her son knew nothing about it. He asked me to come back (it is morning) because the other young man was eating. REALLY?????? I live 30 minutes away. Crazy. So I went home and drove back 4 hours later and now the lady owner STILL doesn't have it ready!!!! REALLY? I Waited another hour and then she gave me cushion that looked like a child cut it out. Very very poor way to run a business.