Portfolio / Case Studies
Every project we take on is rooted in one goal: to help local businesses, creators, and dreamers bring their ideas to life with precision and care. Each job reflects the creativity and the aloha spirit that make our islands unique.
Local Small Business Feature: JAMY Studios
Challenge: JAMY Studios, a Hawaii-based videography team, wanted to gift their clients special laser-engraved, framed portraits from a recent wedding shoot. They needed a fast, high-quality solution that didn’t rely on mainland production or long shipping times.
Our Approach: Working closely with JAMY Studios, we tested and refined laser settings to capture every subtle highlight and shadow of the couple’s portrait. Once perfected, we etched the image onto smooth basswood, preserving the memory in a timeless, handcrafted way.
Result: Each laser-engraved portrait was paired with a custom 3d printed frame and delivered locally, with no shipping delays, and no compromise in quality. The couple received a keepsake made right here in Hawaii, combining artistry, technology, and local collaboration.
(Collaborator: JAMY Studios)
Etsy Seller Collaboration: Ukey Creation
Challenge: Ukey Creation, a Hawaii-based small business known for handcrafted island-inspired goods, needed a faster and more consistent way to cut fabric for their products. Hand-cutting with shears was time-consuming and often led to uneven edges and fraying.
Our Approach: We helped Ukey Creation transition their cutting process to precision laser cutting. By fine-tuning our settings, we achieved smooth, sealed edges that not only eliminated fraying but also added a clean, professional finish. The laser’s slight burn mark naturally sealed the fabric, improving both durability and efficiency.
Result: Production time was drastically reduced, allowing Ukey Creation to focus on design and assembly while keeping every piece consistent. Their Hawaiian-printed products now showcase the same charm, just made faster and with precision that only laser cutting can deliver.
(Collaborator: Ukey Creation)
At Koʻolau Laser Creations, we’re proud to support Hawaiʻi’s makers, small businesses, and innovators. Whether you’re producing hundreds of engraved tags or building the next great idea from your garage, we’re here to help make it happen, with reliably and aloha.