Pools of Umauma

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Driving the winding roads just north of Hilo, I caught a glimpse of water glinting through the trees - a shimmer of motion in the dense green, just enough to make me pull over. There, mostly hidden by the thick vegetation, were the falls of Umauma, cascading down a series of volcanic ledges, framed by a tangle of blooming tropical plants.

There was no easy trail in - at least not from where I stood - so I did what any curious traveler with a drone would do. I sent it skyward, rising above the trees and letting the landscape unfold beneath me. What I saw took my breath away.

From the air, the “Pools of Umauma” looked like something out of a dream. Waterfalls stepping gently down black volcanic rock, carving pools of emerald and sapphire into the hillside. The jungle was alive all around them, bursting with color: orchids, ferns, hibiscus, and leaves the size of dinner plates. The sound of the water and the distant hum of the rainforest created a kind of natural symphony I could almost hear through the screen.

This wasn't a major stop on a map. No big parking lot, no gift shop, no tour buses. Just a sliver of beauty waiting to be noticed. And in that quiet discovery, with the drone hovering above a secret pocket of paradise, I was reminded how much Hawaii still has to offer - not just in the places we plan to visit, but in the moments we choose to follow our instincts and look a little closer.

Driving the winding roads just north of Hilo, I caught a glimpse of water glinting through the trees - a shimmer of motion in the dense green, just enough to make me pull over. There, mostly hidden by the thick vegetation, were the falls of Umauma, cascading down a series of volcanic ledges, framed by a tangle of blooming tropical plants.

There was no easy trail in - at least not from where I stood - so I did what any curious traveler with a drone would do. I sent it skyward, rising above the trees and letting the landscape unfold beneath me. What I saw took my breath away.

From the air, the “Pools of Umauma” looked like something out of a dream. Waterfalls stepping gently down black volcanic rock, carving pools of emerald and sapphire into the hillside. The jungle was alive all around them, bursting with color: orchids, ferns, hibiscus, and leaves the size of dinner plates. The sound of the water and the distant hum of the rainforest created a kind of natural symphony I could almost hear through the screen.

This wasn't a major stop on a map. No big parking lot, no gift shop, no tour buses. Just a sliver of beauty waiting to be noticed. And in that quiet discovery, with the drone hovering above a secret pocket of paradise, I was reminded how much Hawaii still has to offer - not just in the places we plan to visit, but in the moments we choose to follow our instincts and look a little closer.

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Metal Prints

Metal prints are celebrated for their unmatched durability and vibrant color presentation, delivering extraordinary sharpness and detail. The sleek, modern finish enhances the luminosity of each image, making colors pop with a radiant glow. With superior fade resistance, metal prints maintain their brilliance over time, embodying the pinnacle of photographic reproduction.

Each image is first printed to a transfer paper, then infused into Chromaluxe metal by heat and pressure. This process combined with our custom made color profiles give true to life colors and exceptional detail.

Fine Art Glicee Paper Prints

Fine art prints stand out with their exceptional quality, capturing the subtlety of shades and the intricacies of texture, ideal for reproducing artworks and photographs with artistic merit. Their archival inks and heavyweight papers promise longevity and aesthetic appeal, offering a sophisticated, gallery-worthy presentation that honors the creator's vision. All fine art prints require framing. I currently do not offer framing or mat boards for photo prints and fine art prints.

My fine art prints utilize the highest quality archival inks printed onto premium photo paper. This process ensures a sharp and true-to-life image, reflecting both the subtleties and vibrance of the original.

Canvas Prints

A museum-quality canvas ready for display. Using the giclee printing process, archival ink is sprayed onto these fine art canvases and gallery-wrapped. These prints feature subtle fine art texture with ultra-tight corners and sharp color accuracy.

All photos are printed on certified archival quality canvas that is hand-stretched in the USA around a 1.5” wood stretcher frame. Canvas includes a smooth matte finish that eliminates any unwanted glare or reflections. Canvas is a poly-cotton blend that is guaranteed to have a 100+ year display life. With no optical brighterners or synthetic fibers, this is considered the highest quality canvas available in the photo printing industry. Once wrapped, a durable display handware is attached directly to the back of the canvas. Depending on the size, this will either be a sawtooth or wire for hanging.

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