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Things We Love: Hawaii Artists

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Aiea author and playwright Lee A. Tonouchi, aka da Pidgin guerilla, highlights unique items from five local artists. This is a sleek, vacuum-sealed, 40-ounce thermos with artist Danielle Groff’s artwork printed directly on ’em.

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Stephen Koa is da talented artist behind Kava Roots. His art challenges da viewer.

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Shar Tuiasoa, da artist behind da Punky Aloha brand, emphasizes how she wishes for empower people. This particularly stylish shave ice bag is sold exclusively at Lei Palm at Ala Moana Center.

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Artist Kris Goto’s style stay so whimsical. These cork coasters should make you doubly happy.

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Da artist and founder of Mistprint, Mistee Uyehara loves food, farming and puns. You can get this “You Are Poifect” enamel pin at Mori by Art + Flea at South Shore Market.