On a trip to Kauai with a few friends and decided to visit Old Koloa Town and found this hidden…read moregem! It's run by a local artist Juile Berg, her painting and art work are inspired by the beauty of Hawaii and her travels around the world. You can find jewelry along with one of a kind unique art pieces! Best part is that she ships all around the world! Tip: visit the Koloa Shave Ice shop right around the corner if you have time!

This gallery has been open in this historic plantation building for about 7 years. I looked…read morethrough it shortly after it opened, but didn't review it at the time, because it had an unfinished look, a perception that may have been augmented by my fondness for its predecessor. I came in today and was greeted warmly by the owner, Julie. The gallery's collection has grown beautifully over the past 7 years. There are ceramic pieces w/ lace and other textures on them. There is a stunning surfboard decorated w/ an intricate mosaic of different sized and shaped glass beads and tiles. So amazing. I understand there are a couple of surfboard showers and wonder if the artist is the same one whose work I admired at the little gallery by the cafe in Kalaheo when we were there last year. There are paintings and photographs. The paintings, while different from one artist to the next, share a textural interest that I found quite appealing. Julie is one of the artists exhibited and her work is beautiful. There will be an opening party for an exhibit of photography by Daniel Finchum this Saturday, September 24 from 6-9. His photographs are gorgeous, particularly his photographs of Hawaiian children. As usual, what called to me turned out to be art glass by Daniel Moe, although I took it at first for ceramic. Inspired by the Kilauea volcano on the Big Island where he lives, the glass is dark, w/ red lava-like accents. If you look at the photos posted by the gallery above you can see something similar and you can see why it drew me and why I'm searching my mind for a surface that might hold it. There was no turned wood, which was one of the things I loved about the previous gallery. I discussed this w/ Julie, who told me it was becoming increasingly difficult to get turned wood, for a variety of reasons. The gallery is elegant and attractive w/o it, but it's always nice to have more to look at. Addendum: As you might expect, we bought the piece of art glass. It's just not the kind of thing we could pass up.

We were told to go to First Saturdays by a local and it did not disappoint! It was so fun to be…read morewhere the locals come once a month. There are a lot of restaurants and shops in the area. On First Saturdays, local food trucks and vendors come. We had delicious smash burgers from Smith's food truck and lemonade from a local vendor. There were a lot of local artists selling jewelry, clothing, and other art pieces. Locals come from all over the island, including a family parading their classic cars! Come early to secure parking as it does get crowded after 6 pm.

It's quite an event, a lot of booths but in terms of art items, I don't feel like buying them in…read moredim lights and crowded environment and I don't see many people buying them. A lot of food trucks, not a lot of drinks stands though. It's fun to walk around and grab a bite at the food truck.

We visit Kauai almost every year. Have made a point to visit this shop every time to buy souvenirs…read morefor friends and us. Painted ceramics and tiles made right there in the studio. You watch the artists at work through the windows. Also on display for purchase are paintings, textile crafts, folksy jewelry, etc... All at reasonable prices. Essence of Kauai crafts and aloha. Highly recommended.

I love this place! They have so many cute Hawaiiana decor from plate settings to paintings. I wish…read moreI could get all of them!!!! I always make a point to come here and find that special gem to bring back home.

While visiting Kauai in July, went to Hanapepe for their Friday Night Art Walk (fun!) and, while…read morevery small, The Bright Side Gallery was chock full of beautiful paintings. Grant Pecoff is one of my favorite artists and bought one of his wonderful books as a gift for a friend back home. Hadn't planned to buy anything for myself but when I saw the original watercolor by the artist Coco, it stopped me dead in my tracks. The painting brought back wonderful memories of living in Miami growing up and bobbing happily in the surf for hours. It's called "The Cure" and knew I had to have it. It's now home with me in Colorado and will bring me joy every day! The owner of the The Bright Side (Kate) seems very knowledgeable and was so sweet in working with me to buy the painting.

2 years ago while visiting Kauai we passed through this gallery. My wife was struck by a particular…read morepiece, so I (sneakily) grabbed a flyer. This year I decided to see if I could order a print as a Christmas present. Kate was immensely helpful in having a custom-sized print on Aluminum made. She even had it signed by the artist and went above and beyond to have it delivered in time for the holiday. I can't say enough good things about Brightside. If your on Kauai, swing by. If you see something you like (and there's lots to like!), give them a call and ask for Kate!

These are the most elegant oil paintings. Giorgio really captures the beauty of Kauai island. He…read morealso has the most cool amazing urban, colorful, hip and abstract art. He does many styles and obtains art from other dealers. He participates in Art Walk Friday evenings and always has a bottle of wine and cheese for guests to his Gallery. Giorgio is classy, talented and a wonderful host!

I have been coming to Kauai for over 20 years and the North Shore in particular holds a very…read morespecial place in my heart. It's my happy place and some of my happiest memories are of being here with my family. Over the last 4-5 trips I have started skipping the touristy draws and trying to really immerse myself in the culture and community (farmers markets, kappa street party, picking avocados off trees outside the parking lot in hanalei, getting lost on random roads and exploring some of the less traveled towns). On my last trip to Kauai I caught wind of an art night down in Hanapepee. I had only been to this cute little town once the year before in search a pharmacy, but couldn't help but notice Georgios Art Gallery. He had a particular tree painting outside on display that literally jumped off the canvas. We wandered around the rooms admiring his works. Stunning. I've never been much of an art person and oil paintings in particular haven't really interested me much. The way Georgio paints is so unique. It's different than anything else I've ever seen. In our first trip to Georgio's we didn't buy anything as we somewhat nauseous from our ride down from the canyon (although we regretted it) but were excited to stop in on him for the Art Night (sans a trip to Waimea this time). We walked in and were immediately greeted by Georgio himself. He offered us some wine and we were immediately drawn to the bold colors and textures once again. Then we saw it. It was an elephant (that I'll also post on here) and were pulled into the painting. It was probably one of the most amazing paintings we had ever seen. So, minutes later we were finalizing the sale with Georgio. As we continued to walk around the art night to different galleries we kept on reflecting on how great HIS art was. So we went back. After falling for many other pieces the major display piece (which was already framed and matted with different colors of blue silk) spoke to my soul. It brought me back to my first trip to Kauai sitting in the back of my parents convertible with my younger sister (who has since passed away) looking up at a million stars, hearing the roar of crashing waves, smelling the ocean, and watching the white caps of the waves coming into shore. The memory was cemented into my brain and Georgio caught that memory for me. It is a starry night shot of the north shore (which I will also post). Hands down Georgio's art is the best in all of Kauai and we feel so lucky to have a couple amazing pieces in our home all the way across the country in Boston. He shipped them to us for free in homemade custom wooden boxes! The amount of compliments we have received on both pieces in just a matter of a few months says it all. You can also tell how much time and effort goes into the details. (I'm still noticing details in Starry Night I hadn't noticed before). Georgio was talking about moving his gallery in the near future... All I have to say is make sure we can find you later this year! We have some open walls!

Visited this warehouse when it first opened and found a lack of places with appealing wares. Spent…read moremost of my time at the food trucks. Read that they had added some vendors but still found it lacking . Vendors are not all open the same days and times so it is pretty hit and miss. Even some of the food trucks I liked last time were not there anymore. Unless they make big changes this was my last stop. There is no draw pulling me there. There are places elsewhere worth my time.

Great spot to support local craftsmen! Nice variety of items- we purchased unique bags, local…read moreshirts, and jewelry.

My wife and I saw the shop as we drove by and had to come back to see all the cool stuff. Ambrose…read moreand Marta are 2 of the coolest down to earth people you will meet. My wife hit all the designed clothes with Marta and Ambrose showed me around his shop and projects he is working on. How he is playing with resins and evolving with them to create new work. Amazing stuff. He knows more about the water and surfing and how it relates to life than any other person on the island. Was a true pleasure netting them both and learning some new things. Bought a few things to take back to the Midwest and some new friends on the Island.

The owner Ambrose is such a funny and talented person. He was super friendly and explained his art…read moreworks. All of the surf boards were made by him. If you visit Kauai, you have to check this local artist and surf board designer.

Beautiful and charming home decor items. Contemporary style and the nicest sales associate. Very…read moremuch a store you'd find at one of the resorts.