Marionette's New Art Class Studio in Puhi is Now OPEN!

After six years away from teaching, I am delighted to announce my return to the classroom at a brand-new art studio in Puhi. I am now offering a variety of workshops, paint and sip nights, and special events designed to inspire creativity and community.

I am deeply grateful for the 14 years of teaching experience at my previous location, and I look forward to continuing this journey — creating new opportunities for artistic exploration, imagination, and connection.

If you would like to reserve your space in a class, please email me at artbymarionette@yahoo.com or call or text me at 808-631-9173 because seating is limited.  Payment will be handled during the class.   

Painting Paradise is located in Lihue at the Puhi Industrial Center at 1824 Haleukana St. - front unit.

 

 

I am so excited to announce my first Guest Art Instructor!!! Erika is our island's Yoga Fairy Godmother! She will be guiding you on a spiritual journey with lots of exciting and inventive ways to incorporate art, aromatherapy, music, meditation and more for a fun transformational experience! To book a class with her, please text her at the phone number in the flyer. 

 

Friday, March 6   5:30pm to 8pm

Painting Party - Let It Glow Moon in Acrylics   $75

 

 

 

 

Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

 

Unleash your inner artist as we explore the allure of the full moon over a Kauai seascape in this unique painting class.  We will be using fluorescent glow in the dark paints along with regular acrylic paints to make our scene illuminate once exposed to black lights.   It's fun to see how the scene changes under the different lights

 

 
 

Saturday, March 7   12 to 3pm

Fantasy Flowers in Mixed Media  $50 

 

 Using a joyful mix of watercolors, acrylics, pens, markers, and more, you’ll learn how to layer textures, build magical color transitions, and add enchanting details that make your flowers feel alive with personality and mana.

  No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

Wednesday, March 11   1 to 3pm

Leaf Printing in Acrylics  $50

 

Have fun creating a tropical garden by learning how to print using the texture of actual leaves found around the island.  Feel free to bring some of your own leaves that you find.  Just keep them moist in a ziploc bag until ready to paint.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Friday, March 13   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party – Bird of Paradise in Watercolors  $50

 

 Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

In this class, we will explore luminous washes, confident brushstrokes, and the playful dance between water and pigment that gives watercolor its irresistible charm to create the colorful and exotic Hawaiian bird of paradise flower.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Saturday, March 14   12pm to 4pm

Rainbow Eucalyptus Tree in Acrylics $75

 Paint your own rainbow eucalyptus tree on a large 8"x24" canvas.  

We will learn how to create the shapes and colors of this visually striking tree using acrylic painting techniques such as color mixing and layering.   When finished, you will have your own rainbow eucalyptus tree for your home! 

 

Sunday, March 15  1 to 3pm

Rock Painting  $30

 Join in on this trending fad of painting rocks and then hiding them for others to find!  I will have lots of cool supplies available and will give you painting tips and suggestions. We will then seal the rocks to make them weather resistant.  I will also suggest what you can do with your rocks once you are finished. 

Easy to do and all ages are welcome!

 

 

Friday, March 20   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party – Plumeria in Watercolors  $50

 

 Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

In this class, we’ll explore how to make these flowers feel luminous on the page by mastering smooth shading, subtle gradients, and the delicate transitions that give plumeria its signature radiance. You’ll learn how to blend warm yellows into soft pinks, how to create velvety shadows that make each petal curl with life, and how to create a colorful background.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Saturday, March 21  12pm to 4pm

Upcycling Kauai Beach Debris into Abstract Art  $75

 I will show you how to transform beach plastics and netting collected by Kauai's Surfrider Foundation into functional abstract art.  Help clean up our beaches and create art at the same time!

 

 

Friday, March 27   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party – Baby Sea Turtles in Mixed Media  $50

 

 Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

We’ll start with soft watercolor washes, then add definition and movement with pen work. Next, we’ll pop in highlights and vibrant accents using acrylics and markers. These little honu are full of personality, and our goal is to capture that spirit through layers of color, texture, and expressive detail.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

Sunday, March 29  12 to 2pm

Rock Painting  $30

 Join in on this trending fad of painting rocks and then hiding them for others to find!  I will have lots of cool supplies available and will give you painting tips and suggestions. We will then seal the rocks to make them weather resistant.  I will also suggest what you can do with your rocks once you are finished. 

Easy to do and all ages are welcome!

 

 

Saturday, April 4   12 to 2pm

Leaf Printing in Acrylics  $50

 

Have fun creating a tropical garden by learning how to print using the texture of actual leaves found around the island.  Feel free to bring some of your own leaves that you find.  Just keep them moist in a ziploc bag until ready to paint.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Friday, April 10   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party – Atmospheric Seascapes in Watercolor  $50

 

 

Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

Working wet into wet we will create a soft and ethereal atmospheric seascape creating sky, ocean and Kauai's Na Pali Coast.  Then we will add a little detail to pull it all together.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Saturday, April 11   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party - Ocean Sunset in Watercolors $50

  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

In this class we will learn how to create a fun and exciting sunset over the ocean using watercolor paint.  

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Friday, April 17   5:30 to 8pm

Painting Party – Fantasy Flowers in Mixed Media  $50 

 

  Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

 

Using a joyful mix of watercolors, acrylics, pens, markers, and more, you’ll learn how to layer textures, build magical color transitions, and add enchanting details that make your flowers feel alive with personality and mana.

  No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Saturday, April 18   12 to 2pm

 Hibiscus in Watercolors  $50

 

Learn how to paint a cheerful hibiscus blossom using watercolors.  I will show you how to layer and shade to make your hibiscus come to life!

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Sunday, April 19   1-3pm

Cyanotype Sun Printing  $30

Using cyanotype fabric and paper we will make photogram prints by placing objects onto the treated surfaces.  Objects that block the light like leaves, stencils, toys, tools, and more are used to create interesting shapes.  Come explore with me as we learn the techniques used in this fascinating print making process.  Feel free to bring objects you think would make interesting designs.  

 

 

    PRIVATE LESSONS $75/hour

Private lessons are available on Wednesdays and Thursdays.   Please contact me by email to set yours up!

 

I will be adding more classes as supplies come in and/or I finish experimenting with new class ideas.  Let me know if there is a particular kind of class you would like to do by sending me an email. 

If you would like to reserve your space in a class, please email, call, or text me (info below) because seating is limited.  Payment will be handled during the class.   

Painting Paradise is located in Lihue at the Puhi Industrial Center at 1824 Haleukana St. - front unit.

 

Much Aloha,

Marionette 

808 631 9173 

artbymarionette@yahoo.com

https://linktr.ee/artbymarionette 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Step into the Soul of Kauai

I'm thrilled to unveil my newest collection of original art! Each vibrant brushstroke is a love letter to the Garden Island, capturing its lush beauty, radiant colors, and timeless spirit. From the majestic na pali coast to lovely hula girls, these paintings invite you to feel the heartbeat of Kauai in every hue.

 

A Whale's Welcome

Available as Fine Art Prints

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1855752057 

 

Every year I create a unique painting to honor the awe-inspiring humpback whales returning to Kauai. This piece captures a whale gracefully breaching as the sun's radiance invigorates its pod for a spectacular winter season along the breathtaking Na Pali Coast. He is definitely welcoming in the new year with passion! 

 

 Banyan Tree at Waimea Plantation Cottages

 Available as Fine Art Prints

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/4338280069 

 

Nestled within the serene oasis of the Waimea Plantation Cottages on Kauai stands an awe-inspiring banyan tree—a natural masterpiece. Its sprawling, majestic canopy offers not just shade, but an enchanting setting for unforgettable celebrations, from fairy-tale weddings to intimate gatherings. With its timeless elegance, this tree radiates charm. Just steps away, the shimmering shoreline awaits, offering breathtaking views of a majestic sunset over the ocean as dusk approaches. 

 

 Hawaiian Paradise

  Available as Fine Art Prints

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/4338195719 

 

In my Hawaiian paradise a graceful coconut palm tree leans over the shimmering waters at sunset. Its long, arching fronds sway with the whisper of the trade winds while the ocean sparkles with radiant blues, kissed by streaks of orange and pink reflecting the sky’s fiery sunset glow. 

 

Keiki Hula by the Cottage

Original Acrylic Painting on Stretched Canvas 14"x18"

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/4312101347

 

Beneath the towering coconut palms, these keiki dance barefoot on the soft, grassy lawn in front of the historic Waimea Plantation Cottages. As they sway to the music, their hands trace ancient stories in the air—tales of the sea, the mountains, and the gentle spirit of Hawaiʻi. 

 Lei for Sale

 Original Acrylic Painting on Stretched Canvas 12"x16"

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/4346025363 

 

Beneath the dappled shade of a coconut tree, a graceful Hawaiian lady drifts into sweet dreams lulled by the rhythmic sound of the ocean waves. She rests surrounded by the plumeria lei she strung together crafted with her aloha. 

 

Soul Searching at Shipwrecks Beach

 Original Acrylic Painting on Stretched Canvas 12"x16"

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/4330382721 

 

Sometimes I like to go for a late morning stroll along Shipwrecks Beach and find a relaxing spot to meditate and do some soul searching. The softness of the sand, the rhythm of the waves crashing against the shore, and the lovely view of the cliffs puts me at ease. This sacred coastline reminds me that I am part of something vast and benevolent. As I contemplate my path ahead, I feel grateful. 

 

The Garden Awakens

 Original Acrylic Painting on Stretched Canvas 14"x18"

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/4337814162 

 

Tucked beneath the emerald cliffs of Kauaʻi this enchanted garden receives the invocation of ancient chants by these beautiful dancers. As their hula reaches its crescendo, the garden stirs, and thousands of hibiscus blossoms unfurl to fill the world with aloha!

 

Aloha from the beautiful, tropical island of Kauai!

For over 20 years, I’ve been creating art inspired by my life here on Kauai—and it’s been a joyful, soul-nourishing journey. I’m deeply grateful to call this magnificent island home. Every piece I create is a reflection of my heart and spirit, shaped by the vibrant beauty that surrounds me. Kauai offers an endless well of inspiration, and with each sunrise, I discover new dreams and ideas waiting to be brought to life on canvas.

Many people have shared that it’s my use of color that draws them to my art. I love working with a vibrant, tropical palette—infusing each piece with the radiant hues that reflect the spirit of the island. Through bold, joyful color, I celebrate Kauai’s natural beauty and invite others to feel its warmth and wonder.

My artwork celebrates the vibrant tapestry of Kauai, featuring tropical flowers in full bloom, lush island landscapes, graceful hula dancers, and nostalgic plantation cottages. I also love capturing the magic of sea turtles and ocean life, the festive spirit of Mele Kalikimaka, and—naturally—Kauai’s beloved chickens and roosters, who always seem to steal the show.

My main art gallery is my own Etsy shop where you can find original art, fine art prints, ceramic tiles, and downloadable prints and art cards.  If you are shopping on island, please check out my art at the Waimea Plantation Cottages gift shop in Waimea, Kauai Roastery in Hanapepe, and Cane Field Clothing and Gallery at Kilohana in Lihue.  I also do Hanapepe Friday Art Night from time to time (message me and I’ll let you know when I’m there), and can be found live painting at Poipu Beach and Shipwrecks Beach every so often.

Look for my art in the new NETFLIX movie “Finding ‘Ohana” and in season 2 of the new Magnum PI. My paintings can also be found at the Koloa Landing Resort in Poipu and in public and private collections throughout the world.

I am a woman owned small business who supports other small businesses every chance I get!

Mahalo for taking the time to check out my work,

Marionette

 https://linktr.ee/artbymarionette 

 

 

 

 

 

Latest Original Art by Marionette from Kauai, Hawaii

Introducing my latest collection of original art! These vibrant paintings capture the essence and soul of our beloved Garden Island, Kauai, bringing its colors and spirit to life.

 

Hibiscus Harmony

 

14"x18" Original Acrylic Painting

 

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1853795364 

 

In this painting, my goal was to achieve harmony by arranging the colors in a way that complement each other and create balance in order to please the eye the way music notes are used to create a lovely melody that is pleasing to the ear. I hope this piece evokes the emotions and memories of a warm, sunny day in Hawaii, filled with vibrant colors and the serene beauty of a rainbow. 

Kilohana Friends

12"x16" Original Acrylic Painting

 https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1883378430

 

One of my favorite activities on Kauai is riding the Kauai Plantation Railway at Kilohana. This charming train winds through lush, vibrant gardens, offering picturesque views at every turn. Along the journey, you’ll make a delightful stop to feed the friendly piggies and other farm animals. And don’t be surprised if the chickens, roosters, and wild pigs leave a lasting impression—they’re a memorable part of the adventure!

Eden's Palette

12"x16" Original Acrylic Painting

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1890880395 

I once read that during near-death experiences, some people describe the colors in heaven as beyond anything we can perceive here on Earth. Whenever I look at the vibrant, rainbow-colored croton plants, I’m reminded of those accounts. Their breathtaking colors feel like a glimpse of something divine, a reflection of beauty that transcends our world. It fills me with hope that when my journey here ends, I’ll have the chance to keep creating, to continue being an artist in a realm where colors know no limits.

 

 Honu 'Ohana

11"x14" Original Acrylic Painting

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1861877014

It is truly heartwarming to witness the green sea turtle population on Kauai thriving in recent years. This honu 'ohana is relishing the sunset at Poipu Beach, just as your family would!

 Croton Colors

11"x14" Original Acrylic Painting

https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1861883694

One of my absolute favorite tropical subjects to paint is the vibrant croton plant. Its rich, rainbow-like colors never cease to amaze me and always ignite my creativity, inspiring me to go wild with the paintbrush! 

I hope you’ve had as much fun diving into my vibrant, sun-kissed Kauai world as I do living it—where every rooster, rainbow, and honu tells a story!

Aloha,
Marionette

My Etsy shop:  https://kauaiartist.etsy.com  (Over 500 images featuring my Kauai Life!)

Linktree for other product shops and social media:  https://linktr.ee/artbymarionette

 

 

 
 

 

 

New Hawaii Art from Marionette and Hanapepe Art Night

Aloha, friends! I've been immersed in my painting as always, and I'm excited to share that I've started participating in Hanapepe Art Night from time to time.

For Hanapepe Art Night I'll have originals, prints, greeting cards, ornaments, ceramic tiles, and calendars!

"Kane Hula O Ke Kai" Original Painting   https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1781442440

"Phantasmic Variegation" Original Painting https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1816581659

The Lei Maker Original Painting https://kauaiartist.etsy.com/listing/1741891819

 

 

 

Aloha from Kauai 2025 Calendar on Zazzle

 https://www.zazzle.com/z/ah8k2qpd?rf=238143080802946144

 

 

Check out my "Mele Kalikimaka" Category for wrapping paper, greeting cards, ornaments and more!!
Zazzle shop:  https://www.zazzle.com/store/marionette_taboniar?rf=238143080802946144

 

 
 I wish you all a wonderful holiday season!  

Aloha,

Marionette

https://linktr.ee/artbymarionette

2025 Wall Calendars Featuring Marionette's Latest Artwork

Aloha from Kaua’i! 🌺 Enjoy twelve months of my vibrant paintings, each capturing the unique beauty and spirit of the Garden Isle. Whether you’re kama’aina, a returning visitor, or discovering Kaua’i for the first time, these scenes will bring joy and inspiration throughout the year.  These are available at my Zazzle shop at: https://www.zazzle.com/z/ah8k2qpd?rf=238143080802946144
Find other Kauai inspired products at my Zazzle shop homepage:  https://www.zazzle.com/store/marionette_taboniar?rf=238143080802946144

 

 

 

 

 

Have a creative and sunny day!!

Aloha,

Marionette

https://linktr.ee/artbymarionette