O‘ahu based artist Nick Kuchar creates surf and travel art inspired by the early days of surfing and beach culture, including the vintage color palette, typography and nostalgia that goes with it. Looking for inspiration paddling out at surf breaks and going on hikes, his creative process spans favorite locations and activities around the Hawaiian Islands and the ‘āina he has called home since 2005. Taking onsite sketches and photographs into his studio, Kuchar uses a mix of acrylic washes and digital illustration to bring his vision of these locales to life. Recent collaborations with Hurley, Hawaiian Airlines, Kahala Shirts, All Nippon Airways and Jamba Juice have introduced his vintage-inspired, retro Hawaiian travel prints and designs to the world. Most recently, he was the official artist for the 2022 Hurley Pro at Sunset Beach and also created a large wall illustration for the lobby of the newly remodeled Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel.