The House of Fire is awesome! Nestled in next to Uncle Robert's Market, this place is a hidden gem…read more Their storefront is filled with all sorts of work (jewelry, photography, paintings, pottery, blown glass, and more) made by local artists. I would definitely recommend stopping in to check out their beautiful selection and watch magic in action in their Live Glass Blowing studio. Great choice to stop in on Wednesday before hitting the epic night market right next door!

I absolutely recommend to stop by this art gallery and check out all the amazing artist work. Also…read moreask about glass blowing lessons... totally worth trying! The service and friendliness from all the staff makes you feel like family.

Stopped by with my mom since we were in the area, and I couldn't have predicted just how lucky we…read moreturned out to be. Patrick's images seriously capture the spirit of Hawai'i, which was perfect since I was looking for gifts for friends back home. Gallery Patrick has both small and big flats that fit perfectly into the suitcase and are super affordable - as well as larger canvas and metal pieces for anyone wishing to make a statement in their home. Patrick himself is a wonderful person who loves photographing nature and meeting new people. We had such an engaging conversation that I was sad to leave! Anyone who finds joy in little moments and new interactions will be charmed by Patrick's gallery. Seriously, if you're in the area, stop by. You won't regret it.

Unique photography of exotic and tropical flowers from the Big Island, Hawaii displayed in the…read morestunning portrait form; background in black and the subject popped on metal, canvas and even slate, yes, slate, never seen before as a medium. Stunning and breath taking can not even described the images I saw on metal. The slate plates are in different sizes. They make perfect present for a wall hanging or a trivet which sure will impress your dinner guests.

Go for lunch and the art. The owner, Ira Ono, is sweet and fun. A wonderful place to spend the…read moreafternoon. Beyond the art shop and restaurant, walk around the grounds. I'd give this place 11 stars if I could

Interesting gardens Very friendly and helpful staff Many different gift items for yourself and…read moreothers back home.

Amazing artists!! Been there 24 yrs and wow, they're work is stunning! Watch them create, pet the…read morenew puppy and definitely purchase something! This couple are awesome snd the work shows it!

Amazing small husband and wife studio. I was lucky enough to come in time to see them blowing a…read morepiece. Arrived at 3pm and watched for about 30 minutes such an amazing process. They are very friendly, and talked to us while heating up the glass. They have a small display studio which showcases their work. Beautiful experience to watch.

It was a pleasure to meet owner and photographer Bruce Omori at Extreme Exposure! Thank you for…read morefinding two beautiful pueo owl photos, I can't wait to frame and put on my walls. There are tons of lava and volcano photos on their walls, very impressive collection of past and recent eruptions. You're sure to find something for your home here!

If you want to truly see the Big Island as its wild, awe-some, untamed, and absolutely alive self,…read moreBruce Omori of Extreme Exposure is the person to get you there, both as a guide and through his photography. As a budding extreme nature photographer, I've found I do my my best work when my photography is paired with a deep sense of place. I want to truly know a place, feel a connection, and set that free in my shots. You can't truly know the Big Island (or any part of Hawai'i) as a new arrival/outsider, in my opinion, unless you are invited in through the eyes of someone who knows it fully and deeply in a way that only locals can, and can skillfully immerse you in such a way that you feel like you belong. That skill is incredibly rare (as is being a kind, thoughtful and respectful human without bravado when guiding), but Bruce is a master. During my last visit to the Big Island, Bruce spent two days showing me parts of the island largely inaccessible to outsiders. One of the days was a lava tour; at each stop, his passion for volcanoes and the active history of the island shone through. I was totally nerding out and he was right there with me; you'd never have known he had seen these things a million times. He patiently answered every question, never once rushed me or seemed bored, and clearly was invested in making sure the visit was exactly what it needed to be. I felt like I was spending the day with an old friend. The second day was an exploration of a lesser-traveled part of the island, and was a grand adventure. We had to traverse a small stream crossing on foot to go check out a waterfall, and Bruce let me slowly creep around like a dummy, making sure I didn't fall on my camera in the water without seeming inpatient or disrespectful, keeping me upright and pointing out stable areas in the water where I could step. The next time I return to the Big Island (which will hopefully be on the regular to see lava!), it will feel like I'm going home, and that is in large part due to the way Bruce shared it with me. If you want the real deal, this isn't a place to cut corners - and honestly, I'm not sure you're really going to find an experience like this with anyone else there. Mahalo nui Bruce and Sheryl for bringing me home.

Fabulous collection from local artisans; great variety! Friendly personnel. Love it. This clever…read moreshop is nestled in the stately, majestic banyan trees. If you're looking for an unusual gift that represents beautiful Hawai'i, look no further! There is bound to be something here that will catch your eye.

Right off of Banyan Drive near the entrance to Liliuokalani Gardens sits a little art shop. Being…read morenearby the hotels, there's always the concern you're about to enter a tourist trap but thankfully this place is far from it. Banyan Gallery offers art, jewelry, cards, and small handmade souvenirs from artists in and around Hilo. It's a great place to stop in and buy something meaningful either as a memento of a trip or gifts for people at home. It's a welcoming little building with colorful items in the windows and a table outside. Prices are consistent with unique handmade items - it's not cheap here. I bought a pack of printed cards on my last visit. I'd recommend stopping here on your next visit, you might find a treasure.

I highly recommend the Volcano Art Center. My Beautiful Bride and I joined the free nature trail…read morewalk this morning. Our octogenarian guide Rob overflowed with historical and botanical knowledge. And he's a very kind person. While online reviews describe the trail as a wide gravel pathway, what we experienced this morning was a fairly narrow path, mostly of dirt and often covered with leaves. Also, instead of the advertised 60 minutes, our tour was closer to 90 minutes. Time well spent! We had not intended to stay longer, but we were delighted to transition to the free onsite art protect. Today's hands-on activity, led by project guide Chris, was creating prints from Dietrich Varez relief blocks. My partner and I each made two. The materials and lesson were all free.

Although the visitor station was closed, the Art center was open and had souvenirs and jewelry to…read morepurchase at the entry to the park.

Big Island Print Shop and Eric are awesome! They donated t-shirts for a fundraiser that benefited…read morethe Alzheimer's Association, Aloha Chapter! Mahalo Eric and crew! We appreciate your support!

This business is terrific! Excellent customer service and very reasonable prices. Eric was very…read morehelpful and as nice as could be! I definitely recommend them for your printing needs.