Something that is becoming a bit of a lost art in Hawaii is getting custom surfboards for wall or…read morehome decorations. Before there used to be a lot of shops who made them but now there are only a few on the island. Surprisingly the one place I was able to find it for a wedding gift was a tattoo shop. The communication between the owners and me was excellent. I was able to tell him exactly what I wanted, he made five different variations of what I was looking for and worked around what I thought looked the best. The turn around was a week but it was well worth the wait. I could've maybe found something in Etsy for cheaper or just bought something from the ABC Store for a gift but a gift that is unique, made by a local artist and you can authentically say I got this from Hawaii is what I think made me decide to go with them and it did not disappoint. If you're looking for omiyage or a gift from Hawaii go to A Rainbow Studio. They will help wrap it up with bubble wrap if you're not a local or are going somewhere.

Panama did a wonderful job on my daughter's jagua tattoo. She chose the jagua instead of a henna…read morebecause she liked the darker stain it leaves compared to the reddish brown. Panama is a true artist. He freehanded his artwork before using the fruit "stain". He was very professional. In the very short time he created beautiful artwork on her hand. I suggest you see him or his fellow artist Yumiko. They are both fantastic! We saw the great work she did on other clients as we were waiting for my daughter's turn. He worked roughly 20 minutes on her hand. Super impressed! They have a variety of books to fit your budget and style. Panama also thoroughly explained what she needed to do to preserve the artwork. You will not be disappointed! Make sure you tip them! The artists' time and talent is unmeasurable! Mahalos Panama and Yumiko!

My friend and I paid $80 each for very disappointing henna designs. $80 is already ridiculously…read moreover priced, but when in Waikiki...... The girl working tonight did say it was her third day on the job, but this is quite unacceptable. The patterns were very clunky and uneven. Parts of the design were smeared and messy. Unfortunately we feel like we could have done a better job ourselves as our henna ended up looking like children's scribbles. Other options were closed at the time leaving us with limited options.

My daughter got braids here and we all loved it! The owner is nice, friendly and professional. A…read moregood memory to remember from Hawaii!

Beautiful art…read more.. I've always enjoyed the art of henna as this temporary art fades in a week or two it does gives you freedom for those that aren't ready for something permanent or just want to express their mood of the moment. Here's 808 Henna where you can find them on the Street Level of Ala Moana Center to the right of the Centerstage and with just two weeks of being here says that they're doing quite well is great to hear. There are lots of samples pictures around the kiosk or if you have a suggestion they are more than willing to create that for you as well. Prices was a bit steep with mall prices I assume but it was done very quickly and loved how it turned out as I really wanted a lotus design and when done will give you instructions on the care which is very easy just leave it completely alone u touched for me a couple of hours did it and you'll know once it starts to flake off. Hopefully my lotus henna last for at least a couple of weeks like it says but much longer for this cute kiosk with a very artsy touch. Thank you!

Rochelle is the BEST face painter ever! Professional, prompt, & super sweet you won't be…read moredisappointed! Rochelle is amazingly talented & being a mother, she's patient & excellent with children. If your expecting "average" face painting, Rochelle will knock your socks off cuz there is nothing "average" about her work - expect beautiful designs that are detailed, colorful, and most of all expressive. Seeing is believing! Book Rochelle for your next event or party - you won't be disappointed!!!

Aloha Glam Art was excellent! Rochelle is very patient with the kids and does amazing work. We…read morehired her for our daughters first birthday party. All the kids that got their face painted loved it, she was quick and her designs were beautiful! Even the adults got into some face paining fun! Thanks again Rochelle

This "Noreen" BOSS LADY, is the BEST in the business. We had the pleasure of having her for my JJz…read more4th birthday & our party wouldn't have been complete without her! 1. She arrived earlier than the time scheduled 2. was gentle with the kids & the adults 3. accepted our food & a goodie bag from the birthday boy, which made her feel like family-NOT A WORKER!!!! 4. But the 1 thing you will not find anywhere else is her PERSONABLE ATTITUDE towards your party She had an unbeatable childlike attitude that blends perfectly with kids & lights up adults in the most partylisious way I have ever seen. She made the parents feel less stressed about giving henna tattoos to there kids. The henna tattoos were colorful, beautiful, & personalized which made each child & adult feel so special! She will be joining us in the near future for as many events as I could have her for. We love "NOREEN"! Thank you again soooooo much! Our party wouldn't have been complete without you!

Noreen Watanabe was such a GREAT hit at my grandson's 1st Birthday Party....her art work is…read morefabulous. She arrived on time, and ended up staying longer to be sure that all the keiki got their paint on. Her persona is such that everyone felt so comfortable with her. She kept her cool, even though some of the keiki were unruly. Her light just radiated outward. Should I ever have another gathering that involves keiki, I WILL be sure to hire her again!! All of our guests commented on how beautiful her face painting is/was. And all of our little guests were so happy on how their requests turned out. So, I recommend Noreen to anyone looking for Face Painting for their gatherings.

100 times over I would recommend this experience, BUT you must be prepared…read more 1. Put in your head that you could be there for a total of THREE hours or more because there is a line AND/OR you have more than one person in your party so it just TAKES TIME to draw and add color! 2. Bring your cell phone and a fan to keep you occupied and cool. NOTE, they ask that you don't stare at your phone the whole time while drawing because they really are looking at all your features to exploit. ;) 3. This is donation based, but don't be a jerk - pay them! And pay at the minimum $50-$75 per person drawn on your pic. 4. Come in with a good attitude. Everyone is waiting just like you. So get friendly with folks in line. Just be kind. 5. They do typically get set up about 5/5:30 pm in front of H&M area and they do take time to set up. If you don't see them by 6 pm then they probably aren't drawing that night. We were lucky. We strategized to be in Oahu at least three nights and the first night we were there we caught them (and we did get there by 4:15 pm to start waiting). We learned that they wouldn't be there the next night but then would be there the night after. So yah there's a risk you may not get to do it. We met one dude in line who planned a LAYOVER from Japan to the mainland, JUST to get his drawing done! They suggest no kids as part of the experience because it's a long time. Our 11-year-old was a champ though.

My husband and I are chronically online, so it's not surprising that we happened upon Caricature…read moreParty, the viral, artist-couple sensation on Instagram Reels. We were honestly scouring Kalakaua Ave, waiting to see if we could find the treasure that is Aaron and Saemee. I think we honestly found them because we did some honest to God detective work, determining and analyzing that a lot of their videos have Fendi as the background. Anyway, when we finally found the place (we should've just looked at their Instagram bio), we saw a couple getting their caricature done. They basically sold us on the experience because the guy was wearing a tshirt of the caricature they had gotten done from the same artist a while back. So, the guy who is getting a caricature drawn of him live was wearing a past caricature tshirt. It was a pretty meta moment, and the couple seemed really stoked to be there.. again. Long story told, we were sold! We went the following day promptly at 5:00 pm to be the first in line. Aaron was incredibly cordial and thoughtful in talking us through his artistic process. The sitting and modeling itself was quite an interesting hour. Several tourists and onlookers stood behind Aaron, laughing, making aghast reactions, and looking between the portraits and us. Introverts beware. Nonetheless, the audience brought about a nice sense of suspense for the final result. We were pleased and delighted by the outcome and the attention to detail. If you're hoping for a fun memory and experience of a lifetime, I'd highly recommend taking a seat at the Caricature Party! You won't regret it!

We celebrated our 17th wedding anniversary with Oahu Premier Picnics, and it couldn't have been…read moremore perfect! We made our reservation at the last minute, and despite the short notice, the team went above and beyond to create an unforgettable experience. The setup was absolutely beautiful, with breathtaking ocean views, elegant décor, and every detail thoughtfully arranged. The charcuterie board was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented, making the entire experience feel luxurious and relaxing. Watching the waves while enjoying an intimate picnic with my husband made our anniversary even more special. The location was stunning, and we appreciated how effortless everything was from start to finish. If you're looking for a romantic date, celebrating an anniversary, planning a proposal, or simply wanting a unique experience on Oahu, I highly recommend Oahu Premier Picnics. Their exceptional customer service, attention to detail, and ability to accommodate a last-minute booking truly exceeded our expectations. Mahalo for helping us celebrate 17 years of marriage with memories we'll cherish forever! We can't wait to book with you again.

What can I say? This woman-owned small business is a total gem! They delivered everything they…read morepromised and then some. The grazing table was not just fantastic; it was a work of art--so meticulously prepared that even my son, who's on the spectrum, couldn't resist diving in! Jaimie is a breath of fresh air, unlike those other businesses that seem to have a "no accommodation" policy. I wholeheartedly recommend this service to any couple or small group looking to host a simple yet unforgettable gathering. Thanks to Jaimie, our 25th wedding anniversary is officially in the books! Even my kids, who are notoriously hard to please, were raving about it. So if you want your next get-together to be a hit, look no further--this is the place to graze!

We reached out on short notice and was able to setup a time on sunset a few days out. Rita was…read moregreat, making our little ones feel at ease during the photo shoot. Despite taking a little extra time to prepare the final edited photos, she took care of us and we're grateful for the gesture. Ultimately, the final shots were gorgeous and we have a lovely memory for our postcards.

We chose to do a maternity shoot with Rita and we couldn't have been more happy!…read more Rita was knowledgeable and offered several gem locations for our shoot! She was very friendly and made our shoot fun! Would highly recommend Manawa Creative to capture moments that will last forever!