Koniakowsky Ocean Art

Specialties

Wade Koniakowsky, one of the nation’s leading ocean-​inspired artists, began painting at the age of six and started surfing before he was 12. By blending these two passions, he has gained worldwide recognition for his oil paintings of tropical interpretations. The Ocean Art gallery holds many original California landscape paintings as well as tropical well known Hawaiian spots. Also on display is surfboard art and ocean art T-​Shirts. Some days you can catch the artist at the gallery painting on his easel.

History

Established in 2001.

Wade’s signature paintings can be seen in movies, television shows and international surf competitions such as The North Shore Vans Triple Crown. Wade has been a regular contributor of art for ROXY sponsored events. Additionally, his designs currently adorn the custom surfboards that decorate Billabong stores nationwide.

Collectors of Wade’s art include such notables as Joey Cabell, Dick Brewer, SuperBowl champ Troy Polamalu of the Pittsburgh Steelers who has over 2 dozen of Wade’s pieces, and Duke’s Restaurants (California and Hawaii).

Meet the Business Owner

Wade K.

Business Owner

Wade Koniakowsky, one of the nation’s leading ocean-​inspired artists, began painting at the age of six and started surfing before he was 12. By blending these two passions, he has gained worldwide recognition for his oil paintings of tropical interpretations. Wade’s work is currently showcased internationally as well as in 17 galleries extending from the East Coast to Hawaii.