A sculptural ceremony backdrop. An illuminated stage after dark.
THE NAUPAKA ARCHReal celebrations. Unforgettable settings.
ROOTED IN A LOVE STORY✳HAND-PAINTED & FULL OF CHARACTER✳CEREMONY TO CELEBRATION
01 / THE STORY
The legend of the naupaka
In one telling of the legend, two lovers are separated between the mountains and the sea. In each place, naupaka blooms as half a flower.
Brought together, the two blossoms form a whole. Our hand-painted arch takes its cue from that story: two halves joined for your ceremony, ready for a second act after dark.
After the vows, we can separate the arch and reposition its two halves on either side of your stage—carrying the design through the celebration and making the most of one special piece.
We can handle the move and lighting setup, or work with your lighting designer to bring it together. Repositioning and lighting are arranged in advance with your venue and quoted separately.
03 / THE STORY, IN THEIR HANDS
Custom programs to match
Carry the naupaka story from the ceremony backdrop to each guest’s seat. Custom wedding programs pair a delicate gold-print flower outline with the lore behind the two blossoms.
We can also weave your own story into the program—whether one of you is drawn to the ocean and the other to the mountains, or another connection feels more like you.
Gold-print naupaka artwork
The naupaka lore and ceremony details
Personalized names, date, and wording
A separately quoted service. Format, paper, print finish, and quantity are tailored to your celebration.
Naupaka story cards at a real celebration · Your design is customized for your event
AFTERGLOW STUDIO · OAHU, HAWAI'I
A little about Afterglow Studio
Afterglow Studio is a boutique event rental business on Oahu, creating distinctive pieces for weddings and celebrations.
We’re here to make life’s biggest moments in Hawai'i feel even more Hawai'i.
We believe thoughtful design choices (like turning a dance floor into a giant hibiscus) can change the energy of a gathering, drawing people in, bringing them together, and boosting the vibrancy of the memories they take home.
Let’s make something memorable
Tell us your date, venue, and what you’re dreaming up.