E PILI ANA - ABOUT

OUR BRAND

Hoʻomaluhia was born out of a personal journey of healing through painting after surgeries. This healing power of art became the foundation of our brand. Our logo features the silhouette of a kalo plant, originally painted to represent a family our founder was believing in; to have two more kamaliʻi (children).

Our product line includes beautifully hand-painted items such as drinking glasses and picture frames, each graced with our distinctive lei design. The lei represents the flow of connectedness of aloha and people.

We firmly believe in the transformative power of shared art experiences. We host painting experiences for various occasions, from parties to team-building & bonding events, always beginning with gratitude. Our guided painting sessions are deeply intertwined with inspiration and ties to Hawaiian values and culture. We encourage each participant to infuse their own essence into their pieces, fostering a sense of unity.

MISSION

Our mission is to infuse every stroke of paint with aloha, creating positive energy that transcends beyond pieces of art. We strive to inspire others to build meaningful connections and experiences through shared creativity.

VISION

Our vision is to be an influential part of sculpting a future filled with aloha together. We aim to be a part of the collective journey of peace and love, giving life to self and others.

"EXPERIENCING P.E.A.C.E., ONE PIECE AT A TIME"

We encourage our customers to use our products to create P.E.A.C.E.-filled memories with themselves and their loved ones. P.E.A.C.E. stands for Positive Energy Aloha Cultivating Enlightenment. Whether it's through our products or services, we're dedicated to nurturing peace in incremental steps that leave a lasting impact.

KA MOʻOLELO O HOʻOMALUHIA - OUR STORY

AS TOLD BY OUR FOUNDER

I was sitting peacefully one evening at a Women's Conference, when her name came to me...I felt her name. I placed my hands over my opu, a way to embrace my growing baby. On December 7, 2008 I spoke her name aloud, "Ho'omaluhia." She brought peace & love to my life that I never knew existed, before becoming her mommy.

Art has always been a positive extension of my true self throughout my life. I have fond memories of elementary school teachers, who gave me opportunities to express through art. As a junior in high school, I was encouraged by my kumu Mr. Beckett to share my love of writing in writing competitions. In 1998, I was awarded a cash prize for a writing piece, written in Hawaiian about David Malo. This allowed me the opportunity to travel to Kaho'olawe. It was there, one night under the blackened sky lit by a multitude of stars, the destiny of becoming a kumu was revealed to me.

After graduating from the University of Hawai'i at Manoa, I started my teaching career at Kamaile Elementary School in Wai'anae, on the island of O'ahu. I received my Master's Degree in May 2007, and got married the following month. My Ho'omaluhia was on her way to me... as time flowed forward... to me becoming her mama.

My love of art was reignited in December 2015. I had complications from surgeries the previous year, and underwent surgery again. The day after surgery, I started painting. As each stroke of the brush touched my canvas, I felt P.E.A.C.E.

My recovery was phenomenal. Ke Akua's love guided me to create through painting; it was part of my path of healing. I initially shared my artwork with family and close friends, who encouraged me to continue to share with others.

I started this business Ho'omaluhia in February 2016, only to participated in a few craft fairs over the year. During that time, I struggled with some obstacles, that could have extinguished my belief of having a growing family.

I created this piece to represent my 'ohana...our kalo. The middle lau are my blessings from my husband, and their birth mother. The 'oha - my Ho'omaluhia, and two more keiki I longed for.When I finally let go, released and trusted that I would have the desires of my heart, my Ho'omaluhia became a big tita to our twin daughters in August 2017.

My destiny story of becoming a kumu... a makuahine... is part of the legacy for my future wahine. I look forward to walking this P.E.A.C.E.FULL path with you!

MAHALO FOR TAKING THE TIME TO READ ABOUT OUR PAST, BEING PRESENT IN OUR PRESENT, AND PART OF THE LEGACY FOR OUR FUTURE.

GALLERY

This gallery includes canvas painting that are an important part of the beginning of Hoʻomaluhia.