Centered around kalo leaves and the presence of the farmer within them, this piece honors the relationship between people and the land they tend. It speaks to the unseen dedication and generational knowledge behind local food systems, while celebrating kalo as a symbol of nourishment and continuity.
About the Collaboration
Created in collaboration with Aloha Grown, this collection centers around mālama kākou—care for the land and for one another. Each piece is meant to honor the everyday acts of stewardship that help our communities thrive.
Kailah Ogawa is a Hilo-born artist and designer whose work is rooted in place, memory, and everyday beauty. She’s inspired by the little things that make home feel special — the people, colors, and quiet moments. She currently works as part of Welcome Stranger (https://www.welcomestranger.co/), a creative agency based on Oʻahu, and has been commissioned by clients including Google, YouTube, Hawaiian Airlines, HPM, UCLA, Patagonia, and Hydro Flask.
