Sofia's Echo
About
Sofia Bews is a Visual Artist specializing in illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and collage. Her art is inspired by the natural elements around her home. Born and raised in Maui, Hawai'i and of Ecuadorian descent, her art incorporates the beautiful scenery from both countries. Her artistic goals are to conserve and capture moments that she doesn't want forgotten. To communicate emotion felt in life's fleeting moments is her life's work....꩜
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Education
-H.P. Baldwin High School- Directed under Janet Sato, iconic local art teacher. Coursework includes painting, illustration, collage, ceramics, and AP art.
-University of Hawaii Windward Community College- Associates in Liberal Arts, coursework includes mixed media and printmaking classes
-University of Hawaii at Hilo- Bachelors in Communication and Minor in Business
-Countless art classes consisting of watercolor, oil paint, illustration, sculpting, ceramics, and mosaic.
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Artistic Endeavors
-Competition in local art competitions throughout high school years 2014-2018
-Illustration for Rookie Magazine years 2015- 2018
-Participation in group show Angels and Auras hosted at Incline Gallery, San Francisco 2025
-Sales of art prints at Hilo based stores Hana Hou, Rainbow Country Vintage, and Umique
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