Very happy we came here. The art was so beautiful. They said no pictures so I didn't take any but…read moreman did I want to. So many beautiful pieces here. There were surfboards, metal items and of course beautiful pictures. The art was on the high side but it was nice. This place is well curated. I wanted to patronize this place but they didn't have many smaller items like jewelry to buy. That's the only small critique I have. I will definitely return here.

This is the gallery you should buy from, hands down. I bought my second Walfrido original (on koa…read morewood). For that kind of money you want to be sure you can trust the gallery. You can 100% trust Victoria and her boss Mark. The reason I prefer this gallery over others is because the consultants. For example, Victoria literally picked out Several pieces that I fell in love with. No other gallery (Gupton and/or Gensis) is that invested in their clients to know EXACTLY what a client might like. She was spot on with what I was looking for and I cannot say enough good things. I trust Victoria and Mark with my life. They will work tirelessly to get you want you want, and then to be happy with those choices. Lastly, Oceanfront Gallery is NEVER pushy. You never feel anyone hovering over you like at other galleries (listed above). They are interested in getting you what you want. Please check out Oceanfront and ask for Victoria. She will not let you down.

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.

Incredible artwork. Great color and balance…read more The view from the shop isn't that bad either! Definitely stop in and see the art.

This is my favorite art studio, period! Joshua Lambus is incredibly knowledgeable about the animals…read moreand creatures he is displaying and the vivid color of his pictures are mind blowing! Definitely check out the blackwater wall, you will absolutely amazed!

Definitely stop by Kohala Artists' Cooperative; it's just off the road, but you might miss it if…read moreyou're not looking. Inside, you'll find an eclectic collection of art from local artists. Some of the woodworkings and glass art are spectacular! There are loads of other items as well, each one unique and hand made. When we arrived, there was a glass-blowing workshop going on outside the cooperative, where a man was teaching a group of people how to make glass art, by melting the glass on a rod in the big hot oven, then blowing into the hollow tube to shape the glass, and fill it with air. This would be a fantastic way to spend a few hours, if you're creative and don't mind the heat of the oven. They'll even ship your finished work of art to you if you're not around, in the day or so after it dries and cools.

This is a cute co-op featuring artwork from 20+ local artists, from photography to ceramics. If you…read morehave the time, I recommend signing up ahead for a glass-blowing class. The skilled glassblowers, Matthew and Carolyn will guide you through the process of making your own custom glass object. This is an excellent group activity as you watch and encourage each other as you make your objects in turn. A unique experience to say the least, and your final reward is a keepsake to commemorate the experience for years to come. This was the highlight of my last Big Island trip.

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:)

Beautiful gallery in Kailua Kona full of amazing art works created by different artists to wander…read morearound and admire. Jill the Director was so friendly, we really enjoyed talking to her during our visit. You will find paintings, sculptures, glass and other mediums in the gallery. The glass humpback whales were beautiful, and I admired the mermaid paintings. I would definitely recommend visiting the gallery to view such a wonderful collection of original artwork. Also a big Mahalo to the gallery and artists for sending supplies to Lahaina High after the recent devastating fires. It is amazing how our Hawaiian community came together to support Lahaina through such loss.

I have never had such a fun gallery experience as this one. It is so interactive! Gallery host Jill…read morewas very inviting and showed us how to look for the 3-eyed fish hidden in the paintings, as well as the hidden stories and meaning within the art. I've never purchased art before, mostly due to the high pressure environment common in the industry, but the quality of the pieces and the open atmosphere here inspired us to claim a wonderful print of two turtles.

Cool little shop at the end of the road leading to Waipo Valley. This was the meet place/ticket…read morepurchase also for Waipo Valley shuttle tour. We came early so we were able to peruse the shop for a while. Lots of Koa wood creations from jewelry boxes to food bowls. Many other artsy/craftsy items. Staff is very friendly. Theres also a snack shop connected the shop that sells sandwiches, cookies and misc other snacks. Parking is across the street. Big lot and lots of room. Safe!

This was the pick up point for Waipio Valley Shuttle. I wouldn't have known about this place except…read morefor going on the shuttle which takes you to the valley floor. The shop has a lot of very beautiful pieces of local artists. In particular, their wood art is especially beautiful. And very pricey too! Most are made of Koa, like the $3,900 rocking chair. I really wish I had a place for this, and the big bucks to buy up and decorate my home with this beautiful art. Maybe in another lifetime (lol). Seriously, there is a lot of nice art work of here. If you want to take a home a special memory of Waipio Vally and the Big Island you should check out this shop. Oh, and there is also a small cafe to buy snacks and drinks. I think it's the last stop to buy snacks before you get to the Waipio valley lookout.

Nice stuffed-to-gills kind of place. Lots of nice matted prints in many sizes. Excellent value lava…read morered ceramics! They bubble wrap well. Big selection of koa wood, which had gotten wicked expensive.

Bottom Line: A decent sized gallery stuffed full of lovely art in all price ranges and kind…read moreowners. In really glad I stumbled upon this place while getting dinner in this small plaza. The owners are both very friendly, hard working and they have packed this space with good stuff. The gallery has art in all sorts of mediums and the pieces range in size from packable ornaments to huge pieces of furniture. They have original works of art as well as budget friendly prints. I was proud to pick up several vintage artwork cards, a detailed hand crafted ornament and a fun travel poster print.

Fabulous art by local and Asian Pacific Islander artists. Gallery owners are community leaders in…read morearts, culture and history. One of the best!

I think it was the most interesting gallery in the area. The space is maze like and the floors,…read morewalls, colors change as you move through them.

We purchased a teak outdoor dining set from Big Island Living and are very happy with our purchase!…read more Customer service was exceptional from purchase to delivery! Darrell helped us in the store, explained how to care for the furniture, and provided us with quotes. We were able to choose the tables and chairs separately and are very pleased with the quality and price. Very sturdy pieces and beautiful wood finish! Delivery was also amazing at only $99. The owners personally delivered and set up the furniture. They took great care in handling the pieces. They unwrapped the furniture on site to protect it in transit and used moving blankets when needed. I highly recommend Big Island Living for its quality furniture and friendly, helpful, and professional service.

I had a very negative experience with Big Island Living and would caution doing business with this…read morebusiness and owner, Courtney. About a month ago, I ordered two furniture pieces and paid a 50% deposit, with the understanding I would pay the remaining balance when the items arrived. While I was in the store, I witnessed another customer ask about a kamaʻāina discount and paying cash to avoid taxes, and the salesperson agreed. I then asked if I could do the same. The salesperson told me that with a Hawaiʻi driver's license, I qualified for a kamaʻāina discount. The salesperson offered to refund my deposit so I could pay cash after the discount was applied when the furniture arrived, and I agreed. Later, I was contacted by the owner (Courtney), who told me they do not offer a kamaʻāina discount and that paying cash was the "discount." That is not what was explained to me in-store. When I asked that the agreement made by their salesperson be honored, it was refused. Instead, I was repeatedly told that the kamaʻāina discount (which they dont offer!!) referred to tax savings, which was never how it had been presented at the time of purchase. I questioned why I needed a Hawaii Drivers License then? Anyone can pay cash! During that call, Courtney ended the conversation after stating she would not honor what had been communicated in-store and had nothing further to discuss. Because of how this situation was handled, I chose not to move forward with the transaction. Potential customers should be wary of what felt like bait-and-switch terms and unethical business practices. What is communicated at the point of sale may not be what is ultimately honored. This experience felt misleading, reflected poor business practices, and completely eroded my trust.