Beautiful selection of artwork from local artists and run by local artists. Oils, stained glass,…read moregiclee, metal and on and on! Friendly artist/salesperson. I could not decide, so I will have to return to buy a Hawaiiian memory to bring home.

Lots of cool art made by local artists .They ship. The artist working in the shop are friendly…read more Fair priced. Has AC:)

CJ is amazing, and the photography is out of this world! I wish I had more wall space to fill…read morewith the beautiful images from Lava Light Galleries!

Wow! Don't go in here with a high limit credit card.....you will use it!…read more What amazing artwork!!! We bought 4 of the metal photos, and really would have loved to have bought 10 more.....just incredible shots of lava, stars, wildlife......all truly amazing. Stayed in well over an hour talking to Don about many of the photos. What a memorable experience for my family and I while on vacation.

I found the interpretive signs very interesting as they had common names, Hawaiian names, genetic…read morefamily, and what the plants were used for such as medicinal, dyes, rope making, etc. It is also great that they are working to save endangered species. When we visited, they were getting set up for a big plant sale so it was a bit chaotic, but we still enjoyed our visit.

What a joy it was to stroll through this peaceful ethnobotanical garden and learn more about…read moreHawai'i's native flora and fauna. The space felt intimate and beautifully cared for by the community, filled with plants that tell the story of the islands' deep connection to the land. We practically had the place to ourselves (just us and a few cheerful saffron finches flitting around). A quiet, restorative stop that's easy to miss but absolutely worth finding.

Such a cute lil gem!…read more I stopped by last Saturday morning to pick up some things. Found street parking. The workers there were so friendly and willing to help if needed. They have so many cute lil beads and crafty things that it's definitely worth checking out. If you're not into doing the crafting yourself, they also sell pre-made jewelry available to purchase. Pricing is definitely reasonable.

Popped in for more beads and found a lot of ready made items great for gifts. So not only can you…read moremake your own gifts but there are lots of gifts you can buy if you're looking for souvenirs and events. I found great beaded phone bags my daughter and I fell in love with at fantastic prices! They are gorgeous!

Cool place and custom T shirts! Artwork is awesome!…read moreI had 5 T made for gifts and it only took a few days for them to complete. The shirts are high quality and soft! Highly recommended!

I can't remember where I had heard of these artisans but I made a point to find them to see their…read morework in person. I was so happy to find a small, unassuming shop with so many wonder pieces. What made my first visit so special was finding such a unique piece -- a ray, for me symbolizing one of the best free dives of my life -- and meeting the young craftsman who had carved it. We talked for quite a while and I loved hearing him share stories of his creative life and work. Please, make time to visit this magical place and leave time to see and hear the beauty they bring to life.

On the last day of trip, we decided to stop in Colors of Paradise Gallery. As we slowly wandered…read morethrough the gallery, taken aback by the beautiful art, we were stopped in our tracks by a painting. We both instantly fell in love with it. I quickly asked the young lady (Liz) if there was a smaller print of it and she informed us that it was an unfinished piece, letting us know there were others with similarities. We quickly said no other would do. You see, this painting was as though the artist, her husband Ernest, was sitting in the boat with us when we were married off the coast, near the Captain Cook monument. The painting was stunning and already meant something to us. Liz gave us information and we went on our way. We talked about the painting for weeks following. I believe we were contacted via email, letting us know the painting had been completed. Although we didn't purchase the original, we were guaranteed the signed and number 1 print. On top of that, the incredible artist, (Ernest, who is the husband of the nice young lady, Liz in the shop) carefully and strategically hid our names and wedding date in the print, along with their signature islands. Our print is one of a kind and it means so much to us. We were contacted when it was on its way to us and kept in the loop the whole time. It arrived and we were pleased beyond measure! It was exciting to seek out our personal hidden information and the islands. Topping off the print, a hand written message on the back of the canvas from Ernest himself... truly a treasure in our home!!! The painting sets itself apart from the decor in our home but it's treasured!

Aloha! We were lucky…read moreto see artist painting picture. It was just amazing!!! The tricks he used, the passion and fresh wind from the beach .... We had a great experience!!! Full star to this place! When you there don't hesitate to talk with artist personally! Mahalo for reading.

We visit Hawaiʻi Island every year from Oʻahu and are always on the lookout for new experiences -…read morethis one was a standout for local residents and visitors. The class was fantastic, and it's easy to see why this small, family-run business has earned its 5-star reputation. What we especially loved is that when you book a class, the studio is all yours. For us, that meant just the three of us learning under the warm, expert guidance of Sheri and Doug - no crowds, no distractions, just a relaxed and personal experience. It's a wonderful activity for families or small groups -- whether you're two people or more. Everyone gets hands-on guidance and walks away with a beautiful stained glass piece they created themselves. A meaningful and memorable way to spend time together -- and take a little piece of the islands home with you.

Fantastic experience. We went twice and we're going again. At first it might feel a little…read moredisorienting to try to remember all the steps, but then when you get into the Zen of cutting, sanding, and foiling your glass pieces, you feel very much at peace. At the end, when you get to see your final piece of art assembled, you feel very proud. I highly recommend this as a unique, fun, and positive experience.

The views to reach here are fabulous: the oceans, flora and homes on the slopes…read more We need to return another day. Today hubs was the driver and we had to reroute too many times. We will try again on another trip and hopefully Doc will be our driver then.

Stayed at an airbnb in this little village along the western ridge of Hualalai Mountain. It's a…read moreshort 15 minute drive to Kailua, but you'll appreciate the difference in temperature during the hot humid months here on The Big Island. Enjoy the views of Kailua below and the tropical greenery on the drive up. But be cautious, the drive is steep and a bit curvy. Take care when hitting the turns higher up. It's a quaint, small community with a few art galleries, a cafe or two and some retail shops. But mostly residential. The rustic flair suits the island perfectly. If you're looking for something similar to Rodeo Drive or anything boujee, stick to Oahu or the mainland. But if you stop by here, enjoy the view, the rustic environment and the sense of ohana! Keep on Yelp'n!