Announcement
We offer finely Crafted Hawai'i Island Chains and have been doing so for several years--with customers throughout the world. My work is offered in locally grown Koa wood and Mango wood; along with copper, bronze, and iron clad finishes. Every set features topography with an excellent finish quality and each Hawaiian island is made with great care.
For sizing please be sure to read through my listing(s) and ensure you select the best one possible for your application. If you require any assistance selecting the best size or material please feel free to contact me anytime--phone consultations can be scheduled on request, and I respond to Etsy messages within 2 business days.
Please feel free to make any inquires in regards to my work, as I am happy to make a custom or otherwise personalized order for you.
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Reviews
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Erich on Jan 21, 2023
5 out of 5 starsExactly as described, beautiful! Easy to mount with the provided template. Great job, would recommend to others!
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Carol on May 7, 2022
4 out of 5 starsThe quality and description were great. However, I thought it would be bigger and heavier, and more substantial. I had seen it as a display in a store on Oahu, but it must have been $6000, if what I got was $1100.
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Shara on Mar 29, 2022
5 out of 5 starsWe love our new koa wood Hawaiian Islands! Joshua is a true craftsman whose work is highly detailed, aesthetically beautiful, and geographically/topographically accurate. We've had nothing but awe-struck compliments from everyone who's seen the Islands displayed above our family room TV. I admit I wasn't quite mentally prepared for how small the smaller islands would be (Kahoʻolawe is literally just over 1" in length), but the relative dimensions are spot on. The included layout template is a huge help when hanging the set! Thank you, Joshua, for creating this beautiful work of art that allows us to share our love for Hawaii, its people, and its culture.
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kapualei64 on Feb 23, 2022
5 out of 5 starsPacked extremely well and very organized. Included instructions were great! Absolutely love this!
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Maria on Feb 17, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAmazing craftsmanship! The topographical details and accuracy were quite impressive. HamakuaWoodWorking shipped the set as stated and, each island was securely bundled and protected. The kit included all items necessary to easily install each piece. The map enhanced our current artwork very well.
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Norman on Feb 12, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI can’t say enough about how much we love our Koa island chain! It is exactly as described and we’re so impressed by the beautiful wood and the topographical details and accuracy. HamakuaWoodWorking not only shipped it exactly when they said they would, but the quality of the packing was the best I’ve ever seen. Each island was securely bundled and protected and the kit came with everything you will need with step by step instructions to easily hang your islands. The installation was so easy and a pleasure to do! Can’t recommend this enough! Excellent purchase!!!!
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PATRICIA on Jan 2, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI am from Hawaii and believe me the craftsmanship isway beautiful. This was a Christmas for my husband and he was at aaahhh with it. He hung it right away! worth every penny!
About HamakuaWoodWorking
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Crisp detail, excellent finish quality, and flowing topography are things I aspire for.
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Koa wood is a challenge to source but a very unique and diverse hardwood to work with.
A curiosity to a full time passion.
Shop members
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Josh Martin
Owner, Maker, Customer Service
I started my shop when I was 18 years old and now married at age 26--it continues to provide for my needs, and keeps me engaged in doing what I enjoy most.
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Cola Leung-Martin
Owner, Shipper, Marketer
My wife grew up in Hong Kong and has a very strong ability to keep things organized--as I tend to skip around a lot, and the details can be overlooked. She tends to stress the details and keeps meticulous records so we keep on track.
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Cancellations: accepted
Request a cancellation: within 24 hours of purchase
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Frequently asked questions
Wholesale availability
I work with wholesalers on an outright purchasing basis and can produce custom work on request.
Care instructions
No care is needed, however, it is best to hang all artwork indoors, and where it won't constantly/consistently receiving direct sunlight nor exposure to high humidity or salt spray.
Due to the lacquer or wax finish, no wax, oils, or other products are required.
Gift wrapping and packaging
Each island chain is well packaged using brown paper, and presentable as a gift. However, on request a personal note can be made, or the artwork can be signed with a short message.
Selecting the order as a "gift" during checkout ensures the receipt will not show the price and the hanging instructions will not have the artist's contact information.
Sizing details
Island chain dimensions apply when sets are hung to scale with the included template and is the length/width of the “map” of islands if they were bound within a rectangle.
Please closely note sizes--the "Big Island Span" is the size of the Big Island from the set and "Total Area" is the are of the set's included layout template.
Set Sizing:
36" Island Chain Size: 36"X20" (91.5x51cm)
Total Area: 5 square feet or 0.47m^2 (square meter)
Big Island Span: 8.75" (22.2cm)
45" Island Chain Size: 45"X24" (114x61cm)
Total Area: 7.5 square feet or 0.88m^2 (square meter)
Big Island Span: 10.75" (27.3cm)
68" Island Chain Size: 68"x40" (173x102cm)
Total Area: 18.9 square feet or 1.8m^2 (square meter)
Big Island Span: 18.2" (46cm)
Custom and personalized orders
If you do not see the size or style you are after please feel free to contact me with a custom request.
Lead Time: Special Occasions and Expedited Delivery... Can I get it sooner?
Sometimes we need something sooner and it must be delivered in a hurry.
If you require artwork before Etsy's provided lead time please contact us! Be it 3 days from now, in a week, or a few months in advance--if you let me know when it is needed I'll examine my schedule and see if that's possible.
If you have already placed an order we will be more than happy to see what is possible. However, every set is made to order and we must see our schedule before we can provide an updated delivery window.
What do you mean by "Metal Clad" or "Bonded Metal"?
Foundry cast sculptures are expensive, heavy, and otherwise a difficult endeavor. However, with modern materials we have durable resins and very high quality metal products--which enable an artist to create pieces which have the look of metal and at an attractive cost.
Every island is hand polished and sealed with wax. The faces and edges feature a bonded metal surface, however, the backs are black in color, and have a hand textured finish.
The larger set which is 68" wide is under 8 pounds (3.6kg) and enables you to easily hang your Hawaiian island chain--without the worry of dealing with a set that could easily be 5 times heavier, and a magnitude higher in cost.
Will the Koa or Mango Wood be exactly as pictured?
Wood is a natural product which has a time honored warmth and natural beauty. However, wood does have variations of grain and color--tree to tree and even within a single board! Therefore, your set may have lighter and darker islands. Each set will be an exhibition of how a single specie of wood can offer a wide palette of colors.
Without a concern or doubt any Hawaiian chain you order will be of very high quality and made with great pride. It's in my best interest to ensure you're extremely satisfied as it's good business and customer service.
However, if you're particular about a certain tone, type of wood, specie, amount of figure/curl, or other specifics please feel free to contact me as I'd be more than happy to work with you.
Returns
In the unlikely chance you would like to return your set a 10% restocking fee will be applied. This helps cover the several hours spent packaging, inspecting, and the cost of shipping for our artwork--as we spend significant effort providing the best experience possible.
If you have any questions, concerns, or ideas before, during, or after the purchase process please feel free to reach out anytime. I want to ensure you're 100% happy with my work and am open to seeing what's possible.