My name is Karina, but some close friends and family call me Noelani. For my whole life I've loved all types of art; from freehand drawing, to digital, to photography, and more. A big inspiration for me artistically is one of my best friends, who is currently studying animation in college.
Sports have always been a big part of my life and I've dabbled in various ones including gymnastics, soccer, horseback riding, ballet, etc.. Currently, my main sports have been outrigger paddling, lacrosse, and hula dancing. I enjoy highlighting such things through my works.
Another thing I often reference in my art is my culture and other passions. A main part of my background is my Hawaiian culture, which out of others, has the strongest importance to me. It's art styles and vibrant colors as well as connection to the tropics and ocean are often large influences of mine.
From this, it also depicts my love for the ocean. I'm a certified lifeguard and scuba diver, which along with my favorite sea life and other water activities become other influences of my art.
Sports have always been a big part of my life and I've dabbled in various ones including gymnastics, soccer, horseback riding, ballet, etc.. Currently, my main sports have been outrigger paddling, lacrosse, and hula dancing. I enjoy highlighting such things through my works.
Another thing I often reference in my art is my culture and other passions. A main part of my background is my Hawaiian culture, which out of others, has the strongest importance to me. It's art styles and vibrant colors as well as connection to the tropics and ocean are often large influences of mine.
From this, it also depicts my love for the ocean. I'm a certified lifeguard and scuba diver, which along with my favorite sea life and other water activities become other influences of my art.