Aka Hawaiki
Art Studio
Aka studio is a place to learn about and experiment with ancient Amate paper and Kapa cloth-making.
Rascha and Manzano created Aka as a place to celebrate their heritage and invite others to discover.
The gallery space is filled with original art work by Manzano along with a curated display of pieces selected for their technique and authenticity.
The couple study Kapa cloth with Hawaiian master Kapa maker, Roen Hufford, while they continue reasearch of Amate paper in Puebla, Mexico.
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Aka Team
Emiliano Coca
Graphic Designer
Coca is a graphic designer based in Ixtapa, Guerrero who creates fantastical digital collages and hand-painted graphic signs.
Rascha Jelks
Regenerative Designer
Rascha was born and raised on the Big Island of Hawaii. With a deep respect for the land and admiration of the culture, Rascha develops regenerative design projects to help the community reach its potential.
Rd Manzano
Visual & Plastic Artist
Manzano is a Mexican plastic artist who is dedicated to working with and researching ancient paper.
Manzano crafts his unique style through merging ancient Hawaiian and Mexican techniques.