Curtis Wilson Cost has been painting Maui since 1973. His art is an incredibly accurate depiction of, and a loving tribute to, the local Hawaiian culture. In years to come, his Hawaii artwork will serve as an historical record of a lifestyle that is much too rapidly disappearing from this world.
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Capturing beauty through art is a family affair, with multiple generations of Hawaii artists in the Wilson Cost family.
The Curtis Wilson Cost gallery, located along the verdant slopes of upcountry Maui, is open by appointment.
Voted Best Maui Art Gallery
2026 HAWAIʻI Magazine Reader’s Choice Awards
Read in HAWAIʻI MagazineI am new to living in Maui and I saw the gallery for the first time. I was so impressed by the artistic attention to detail. I absolutely love his work and it’s a wonderful place to spend some of your morning or afternoon! Cannot wait to own a Curtis Wilson Cost piece!– Tina King
I love Curtis Wilson Cost’s art. He was our art teacher in elementary school and my appreciation has only grown. Since moving to the mainland, his art serves as a gentle reminder of where home truly is and where I want to come back.– David Dixon
We just spent a lovely hour or so at the Curtis Wilson Cost gallery in Kula. What a joy to see his beautiful paintings, but especially to meet the family. Beautiful art, beautiful people. I’m so glad we stopped to visit; we look forward to returning.– Gilda Schaffer
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