Tropical Modernism

Hawaiian koa wood, sand, and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
72″ h x 30″ w

Reflecting his love of this land and it’s endless horizons, Tim creates mixed-media paintings that sparkle in the light. His creations highlight the natural beauty of koa wood and combine all of his skills as a furniture maker and stone slab fabricator. His work serves to remind us to breathe deep, relax, and appreciate the beauty of nature. They can be found in private and corporate collections across the globe. 

Black sand and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
26.5″ h x 62.5″ w

The beauty of Hawaii's ocean is captured in this modern piece. You can even feel the texture of the sand. 

Hawaiian koa wood and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
48″ h x 36″ w each - can be hung vertically or horizontally

"Honoring the wood feels important to me," says Tim. "The color and figure of koa is so rich and diverse, it inspires me to continually explore ways to share it." 

Hawaiian koa wood and resin colorflow painting - 12 piece set
15.5″ h x 15.5″ w each (48" x 64" w)

Exploring the chapters in our lives through this series, Timothy Allan Shafto aimed to capture the rhythm of the ocean through this mixed-media work. Featuring Hawaiian koa wood along and resin colorflow painting, the pieces are edged in white for a clean, crisp, look. Each is hung individually to create the whole. 

Black sand and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
48″ h x 48″ w

The beauty of Hawaii's vast endless horizon is captured in this modern piece. You can even feel the texture of the sand. 

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Hawaiian koa wood and resin colorflow painting in integral koa frame
54″ h x 48″ w

"Honoring the wood feels important to me," says Tim. "The color and figure of koa is so rich and diverse, it inspired a new series." 

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Hawaiian koa wood and resin colorflow painting in integral koa frame
36″ h x 24″ w

"Honoring the wood feels important to me," says Tim. "The color and figure of koa is so rich and diverse, it inspired a new series."

 Oil on linen

Hawaiian koa wood and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
72″ h x 30″ w

Inspired by his past line of wooden platters with translucent details, Timothy Allan Shafto creates mixed-media paintings that sparkle in the light. His creations highlight the natural beauty of koa wood and combine all of his skills as a furniture maker and stone slab fabricator. His work serves to remind us to breathe deep, relax, and appreciate the beauty of nature. They can be found in private and corporate collections across the globe. 

Blown & mirrored glass - 13 piece wall installation

84" h x 30" w x 3" d

Hawaiian koa wood and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
27.5" h x 30" w

Peaceful and serene, this piece beautifully shows off the splendor of Hawaiian koa wood, while offering a quiet backdrop. 

 Oil on linen - diptych

Mango wood and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
48″ h x 60″ w

The beauty of Hawaii's vast endless horizon is captured in this modern piece. Tim's exploring a theme in a new color palette for the new year. 

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Resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
24″ h x 36″ w

Exploring the endless horizon, Timothy documents the beauty of the contrast between the deep blue ocean and light blue sky.

Hawaiian koa wood, sand, and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame
19″ h x 84″ w

Reflecting his love of this land and it’s endless horizons, Tim creates mixed-media paintings that sparkle in the light. His creations highlight the natural beauty of koa wood and combine all of his skills as a furniture maker and stone slab fabricator. His work serves to remind us to breathe deep, relax, and appreciate the beauty of nature. They can be found in private and corporate collections across the globe. 

Black sand and resin colorflow painting in integral sapele frame - triptych
78″ h x 84″ w overall 

Exploring the endless horizon, Timothy documents the beauty of the lava fields and black sand as it contrasts the deep blue ocean and light blue sky. You can feel the texture of the sand in this piece.

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Collage on paper in koa frame
11" h x 11" w artwork

Full of rich textures, this cheerful work is part of a limited series. 

Collage on paper in koa frame
11" h x 11" w artwork

Full of rich textures, this cheerful work is part of a limited series. 

 Oil on canvas