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Representing Artists, Artisans, and Jewelers of Hawai'i Since 1992

A New Year, A Fresh Start

Sterling Silver LOVE Ring by Noryne Hiromoto Taylor

A Note from Owner Panna Cappelli

The past few months have been a whirlwind. I was able to visit the space where my Front Street Lahaina gallery once stood, and it was heartbreaking to sift through the ashes of a place where so much joy once was. It’s difficult to recall individual days or weeks, but what sticks with me most through everything that’s happened is the giving nature of our clients and artists.

After the devastating fires on August 8, we reached out to you to help raise money for our displaced Lahaina employee Taylor, her husband Al, and their cat Tig, as well as seven displaced artists Maui Hands represents, the Maui Strong Fund, and Lahaina schools.

Thanks to your generosity, Maui Hands was able to send significant funds to those close to us as well as the community at-large. Here are the numbers you helped make happen!

• $43,469 raised during our September-November Disaster Relief Fundraiser

• $18,609 raised via our GoFundMe for Taylor, Al, and Tig

• $8,294 raised in direct-from-client donations to the Maui Strong Fund

• $4,098 raised during our one-day percentage fundraiser on August 12, 2023

• $1,890 raised via the Aloha for Lahaina Art Auction in partnership with the Hawaii Department of Education, the Public Schools of Hawaii Foundation, J Levy Gallery, and Island Art Galleries, Oahu

It will take time for our beloved Lahaina to come back to us. In the interim, so much need still exists when it comes to providing displaced families permanent housing solutions and supporting Maui’s economy for the long-term. For current information as to where to donate funds/supplies, volunteer, or find resources, please visit www.mauinuistrong.info.

January Artists-In-Residence

Our ongoing Artist-In-Residence program provides regular opportunities to meet and talk story with some of the talented artists Maui Hands represents.

The following artists are scheduled for our Makawao location this month, but you never know who might “pop-up” elsewhere! To inquire about the original artworks featured below or to confirm an event you’d like to attend, please contact Makawao directly: (808) 572-2008 or makawao@mauihands.com.

Art Night at The Shops

A monthly free fine art event at The Shops at Wailea celebrating local art and artists over a wide range of mediums at Maui Hands and neighbor galleries. To inquire about the original artworks featured below or to confirm an event you’d like to attend, please contact Wailea directly: (808) 667-7997 or wailea@mauihands.com.

New Arrivals for the New Year

Joy Zion

Originally from the Philippines, Joy grew up in Paia, Maui. In addition to creating jewelry, she loves to cook, travel to new places, and dive for seashells and pearls around the Hawaiian Islands and the Philippines. Using both freshwater and Tahitian varieties, Joy’s precious pearls come in every color of the rainbow.

“When I put on a piece of jewelry, I feel beauty, joy, and a sense of completeness, and I long to design pieces that evoke those feelings in others as well. Being an island girl, I find my inspiration in aloha, the ocean, the jungle, and the mountains.”

Please contact any of the following locations with inquiries:

Makawao (808) 572-2008 / makawao@mauihands.com; or

Wailea (808) 667-7997 / wailea@mauihands.com.

Aviel “Avi” Doran

Avi is a self-taught artist who grew his love for art while living in Santa Barbara, California. He has a passion for all things involving nature and color, and he sheds light on nature’s beauty through his work. Avi’s use of vibrant color makes for eye-catching pieces that stand out.

Avi creates his pieces by directly dropping ink onto the surface of a ceramic tile and manipulating it by tilting the tile and letting the ink bleed and/or using a Q-tip, cotton ball, and canned air. The medium itself is very hard to control, making each work one of a kind.

Please contact our Pa'ia location with inquiries: (808) 579-9245 / paia@mauihands.com.

Daniel Francisco Parra Ochoa

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Daniel is the first generation of his family born in the U.S. When Daniel was 22 years old, he fulfilled one of his dreams by working at a wolf sanctuary, which gave him a sincere appreciation for all animals and the part they play in our ecosystem.

Daniel continues his journey to bring more attention to critically endangered animals and plants through his art, and is best known for his exquisite attention to detail and storytelling through the art of ink using fine liners, brushes, and stippling. Recurring concepts in his works are those that relate to ornithology, marine life, skulls, and endemic flowers, all used to create a story between life, death, and rebirth.

Please contact our Pa'ia location with inquiries: (808) 579-9245 / paia@mauihands.com.

Chris Allen

Chris started his exploration with Hawaiian woods in high school woodshop on the Big Island of Hawaii. From working at the world-famous woodshop House of Kalai with Tommy Leong, to moving back to the Big Island to work at Kama'aina Woods, he turned bowls, made bracelets, and learned a lot about the many ways of woodcraft. Soon after meeting Hawaiian calabash bowl maker Dan Deluz, Chris started his own woodshop where he made everything from bowls to bookmarks.

Chris learned much from Dan, who let him watch while he made bowls and provided pointers as Chris worked, as well as Bob Bowman, who helped Chris perfect the fine art of bowl turning. Chris also worked for Dan for a time and is inspired by his mastery of the craft.

Please contact our Makawao location with inquiries: (808) 572-2008 / makawao@mauihands.com.

And much more to explore!

Miniature glass bottles by George Glaser (Makawao and Pa'ia)

Detail, “Coming Into Lahaina Harbor” by Laurie Robbins Miller (Wailea)

Koa pens by Jaymeson Sanchez (Makawao, Pa'ia, and Wailea)

A Special Thank You

Mahalo nui loa to the following artists and entities who either donated work or played a significant part in helping us coordinate funds for our artists and employees in need, as well as the community at-large.

Amata Jewelry by Ladini, Annamarie Sheehan, Arabella Ark, Aurora Kahelelani Aguirre, Avi Doran, Avi Kiriaty, Belinda Ling, Bene Cambra, Bindi, Bonnie Warren, Cherie Attix, Chris Upp, Christi Cafferata Kelso, Christiane Karuna Santoro, Christine Halton, Christine Waara, Crystal Yutzy, Deb Lynch, Dee Chapon, Jackie Johnston, Jen Selwyn, Jim Powlan, Joanne Hopper, John Ensign, John Ilnicki, Josefina Zorrilla, Judd Levy/J Levy Gallery & Jeff Liu/Island Art Galleries (Oahu), Kirsten Bunney, Leilani Kepler, Linda Whittemore, Marian Fieldson, Mark Donham, Melina Castro, Michael Ichiyama, Michael Wisner, Neola Caveny, Ocean Raku Pottery by Melisa Hicks & Mark Somers, Pamela Neswald, Pandeia by Kelsi, Patti Millington, Pete Steenland (Florida), Peter Fisher, Peter Jefferson, Ray & Diane Pizzo, Richard DiGiacomo, Ron Smith, Sabine Ronge, Sam Grim, Sandra Greenberg, Scott Green, Share Your Mana (Maui), Stone O'Daugherty, Susie Donaldson, Terry Taube, Tom Eimer, Vicky Robinson, and Yonah Marks.

About Maui Hands

Founded in 1992, Maui Hands is the creative efforts of 300 Hawai'i-based artists working in every conceivable medium to bring the best of the islands to you.

Each of our beautiful locations is uniquely curated with a selection of fine and casual jewelry; original artwork and prints; ceramic, glass, and wood creations; linens and home goods; and an extensive collection of exquisite Ni'ihau shell lei.

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