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Celebrating 30 Years in Business ~ 1992-2022

July/August 2022

Beach Daze

 "Beach Mele" Original Oil Painting by Avi Kiriaty

Available at Maui Hands in Wailea ~ call (808) 667-7997 or email wailea@mauihands.com

Read on to learn more about happenings on Maui, two new artists as well as a longtime favorite, and more!

Happenings on Maui

"Elemental Dance" Original Acrylic Collage by Bindi

Click here to view more of Bindi's work on mauihands.com

2022 Maui Film Festival: Enjoy five engaging nights of cinematic diamonds at the Stardust Cinema at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center's A&B Amphitheater from July 6-10. In addition to 13 film premieres, festivities include an eclectic mix of live music, kahiko-style hula, and festival tributes – visit www.mauifilmfestival.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Obon Dance & Festival: Introduced to Hawai'i by Japanese immigrants, obon festivals are a traditional remembrance to honor the spirits of those who have passed on, celebrated with special services and events. Enjoy games for the kids, food, crafts, and bon odori dancing. The Lahaina Hongwanji Mission Obon Festival is August 12-13 – visit www.lahainahongwanji.com/calendar.html for more information.

A little about July & August

Heart Ruby Lariat in Sterling Silver by Bruce Taply

Peridot Earrings and Ring in 14K by Larry River

Available at Maui Hands in Makawao ~ call (808) 572-2008 or email makawao@mauihands.com
Birthstones are a popular and colorful introduction to the world of gems. Whether or not you believe the myths and legends surrounding the attributes that birthstones have, learning about them can be educational and entertaining.
  • July ~ Ruby: One of the most coveted gems, the word ruby is derived from the Latin word ruber, meaning "red" – the color of passion. In past centuries, it was believed the stone could predict misfortune or danger. Ancient Burmese warriors believed it made them invincible in battle, while Medieval Europeans maintained that rubies bestowed health, wisdom, wealth, and success in love.
  • August ~ Peridot: The word peridot comes from the Arabic faridat, meaning gem. The Shrine of the Three Holy Kings in Germany’s Cologne Cathedral is decorated with 200 carats of gems that were believed to be emeralds but are, in fact, peridot, and some historians speculate that Cleopatra’s famous emerald collection may have been comprised of peridot. The stone has also been used for centuries as a protective talisman, shielding the owner from evil spirits and "terrors of the night."

New artists at Maui Hands

"Orange Octo" Mixed Media Painting by Peter V. Fisher

"Indigo Sunburst" Fused Glass Plate by Susie Donaldson

Available at Maui Hands in Pa'ia ~ call (808) 579-9245 or email paia@mauihands.com

Peter V. Fisher, Oil/Mixed Media: So as not to become the proverbial starving artist, Peter changed his college major from art to chemistry, going on to earn his doctorate in organic chemistry and work in the biotech industry making energy transfer fluorescent dyes. He later moved to Maui with his family and helped open an art supply/gallery business with his partner, working as an art supply consultant and spending his free time exploring mixed media compositions. Peter presently teaches chemistry at the University of Hawai'i, Maui, and likes to make art during summer break.

"I work to design and balance art compositions with color, contrast, and texture in combination with symmetry, amorphous shapes, and symbolic representation of living creature. I aspire to make art compositions as meaningful and beautiful as I possibly can.”


Susie Donaldson, Fused Glass: Lahaina-based Maui resident Susie has a 30-plus-year history with glass. She first learned to cut glass while working as a framer, and became an expert stained glass artist after honing her skills. Her thirst for learning eventually led her to the science of molten, kiln-formed glass – a form of expression that has since found its way into her heart and soul. Many of Susie’s pieces are heavily influenced by the ocean and water, themes derived from her love of the sea and its inhabitants. Her favorite techniques require hand-cutting various shapes from large sheets of glass and firing each piece to perfection.

 "I want to produce pieces that are one-of-a-kind and exciting. I love creating both functional and sculptural pieces, and especially love anything that's playful, quirky, or a surprise."

The Hawaiian worlds of Lee Oululani Plevney

New Octopus Vase by Lee Oululani Plevney

Click here to view more of Lee's work on mauihands.com

As one of the more popular ceramicists carried by Maui Hands, Lee Oululani Plevney's unique vision of moana – ocean, sea, or expanse of water – has captured the hearts of residents and visitors alike. Learn more about Lee's history and processes below.

"I call Maui my home but I started out in San Francisco where my mother, an indigenous Hawaiian, moved before I was born. She infused me, and my eight brothers and sisters, with her artistic style which I first expressed in my skill as a finish carpenter. My transition to ceramics began in 2007 when I immersed myself in studies under Richard McCoy, Tom Coleman, Robert Briscoe, and Steven Hill. I continue to learn everyday in my studio as I stretch the boundaries of what clay can do to capture the beauty of Maui.

"I begin a vase or platter by throwing white stoneware to create a vessel. My surfboards and waterfalls begin on the slab roller. For each piece, I next move to hand-building which changes the shape and story of the piece transforming it into its final form. I develop my own glazes to capture the rich blues and greens of the island then fire the work bringing out the depth and complexity of the glazes. ​When complete, each piece 'talks story' about the Hawaiian world I experience every day on Maui."

Plan your visit to Maui Hands

Natural Fiber Surfboard Work-in-Progress by Baz "Maui" Cumberbatch

Click here to view more of Baz's work on mauihands.com

Whether you're planning your trip to Maui and want to meet your favorite artist or are just looking for inspiration, we're here to help. Our ongoing Artist-In-Residence program provides regular opportunities to converse with some of the talented folks Maui Hands represents. 

Click here to view our AIR schedule for July and August so far, as well as links to individual artists' pages and works available online. As featured artists, dates, and locations are subject to change, to confirm an AIR event you'd like to attend please call the associated gallery.

LAHAINA
612 Front Street, Suite D, Lahaina
Phone: (808) 667-9898
HOURS: Monday-Sunday, 10AM-6PM
  • Baz Cumberbatch, Natural Fiber Mixed Media ~ Wednesdays, July 6 / 20, 11AM-2PM
MAKAWAO
1169 Makawao Avenue, Makawao
Phone: (808) 572-2008
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 10AM-5PM and Sunday, 11AM-4PM
  • Steve Rinaldi, Oil Painting ~ Wednesdays, August 3 /10 / 17 / 24 / 31, 11AM-2PM
  • Jackie Johnston, Acrylic/Mixed Media ~ Saturday, July 23,1-3PM
PA'IA
84 Hana Highway, Pa’ia
Phone: (808) 579-9245
HOURS: Monday-Sunday, 10AM-6PM
  • Peter V. Fisher, Oil/Mixed Media ~ Tuesdays, July 5 / 12 / 19 / 26, 11AM-3PM
  • Amanda Scott, Oil Painting ~ Monday, July 18, 11AM-1:30PM
WAILEA
The Shops at Wailea: 3750 Wailea Alanui Drive, Suite A-17, Kihei
Phone: (808) 667-7997
HOURS: Monday-Sunday, 10AM-8PM
  • To be announced

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"Floral Explosion" Giclée on Canvas by Anna Lindquist
"Octopus for a Hat" Embellished Giclée on Canvas by Amanda Scott
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