11/10/2023
VENDOR SPOTLIGHT : ๐๐ธ Ted Dailey - From Desert to Deep Sea to Design ๐ธ๐
Today's spotlight shines on Ted Dailey, an award-winning artist whose journey from the Arizona deserts to the tropical shores of Holualoa, Hawaii, is as captivating as his jewelry creations.
๐โก๏ธ๐๏ธ Once a top competitive horse trainer, Ted's life took a transformative turn during a 1978 visit to his family in the quaint village of Holualoa. Enchanted by the islandโs charm, he traded equestrian life for island bliss, embarking on a new path that merged his artistic passions with the beauty of the Hawaiian landscape.
๐ Ted's love for the underwater world, fueled by his scuba diving adventures, is elegantly reflected in his work, particularly his signature Manta Ray collection, which captures the grace and majesty of these gentle giants of the sea.
๐บ A member of the local Orchid Club and a lover of exotic flora, Ted was inspired to create the Hawaii Flora Collection, a tribute to the island's vibrant plant life. His pieces are a celebration of the natural world, combining artistry with a touch of island magic.
๐ With a lifelong dedication to art and design across multiple mediums, Ted's work is a testament to his versatility and creativity. His jewelry, a harmonious blend of silver, gold vermeil, South Pacific shells, and high-quality gemstones, is further enriched with Hawaiian Koa wood โ a nod to his family's legacy in Koa furniture craftsmanship.
Each piece of Ted's jewelry is more than an accessory; it's a narrative of his 40+ years on the Big Island, meticulously crafted to reflect the essence of Hawaii's natural beauty and his profound connection to it.
Dive into the world of Ted Dailey, where each creation tells a story of the sea, the flora, and the artistic spirit that unites them.