The Mindanao gum tree, also known as rainbow eucalyptus, has a unique multi-hued bark. Patches of outer bark shed at different times, showing a bright green inner bark. This then darkens and matures, developing blue, purple, orange and maroon tones. The tree hugged by Halli Holmgren is part of a small forest up at Wailua Arboretum.
A good snapshot may reveal a simple pleasure that otherwise goes unnoticed. The Local Snapshots is just a tiny collection of what Kaua‘i offers to locals and visitors. Indulge yourself. And if you have any suggestions or pictures, send it to editor@forKaua‘ionline.com.
The Bright Side Gallery in Hanapepe specializes in surf art, but here they went the extra mile, by offering a surfboard shaped by surfing legend Dick Brewer and painted by surf artist Wade Koniaskowski. Up close, the gold leaf and metallic paint really blossoms the beauty of this priceless artwork.
A peacock has a gorgeous tail, made with stuff from fairy tales, but the entire bird is actually a walking piece of art, like this one here at Smith’s Tropical Paradise in Wailua.
Tamba Surf Co. in Kapa‘a is one of Kaua‘i’s main surfing ambassadors to the world surfing community. No wonder Tessa Bueno, a hardcore skateboarder, loves to work there. Check them out at www.tambasurfcompany.com.
A Hawaiian monk seal was caught hugging itself by British photographer Claire Lower, who spent 90 days on Kaua‘i this past summer. ‘I’m in love with the island and its people,’ she said, promising to return next year. Meanwhile, you can see her work at www.clairelowerphotography.com.
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