See Terry's art
Celebration of the Arts on Maui, on Easter weekend 2019
Honolulu Museum of Art Shop
About the artist
Terry Klerlein’s artistic career has encompassed hand tooled jewelry making, original clothing design and professional costuming for the film industry.
Terry was born in Washington State and spent her childhood in Colorado. Her love for the mountains and forests combined with her appreciation of color, texture, rich designs and natural materials translates easily to the ancient traditional art of pine needle basket weaving.
Living in New Mexico for thirty-five years, Terry gained a deep appreciation for the history and culture of the region which reflects in her creations. Likewise, Moloka’i’s rich past and enduring Hawaiian traditions influenced her weaving. Her baskets have evolved into a unique combination of the two cultures.
“I’m in awe of the wealth of natural materials to be found on Moloka’i: the treasures from the sea and vegetation. My love of the island and its incredible beauty are my inspiration. I hope every basket I weave is evidence of the joy I find in creating with nature’s gifts, my hands, and my heart.”
Terry’s baskets have been displayed and sold at the Bishop Museum gift shop, Village Galleries of Maui and the Mike Carroll Gallery on Lana’i.
Terry is a featured artist at the annual Celebration of the Arts at the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, Maui where she demonstrates and teaches her art of pine needle basketry.
In 2017 and 2018 her weaving creations were accepted into the Hawai’i Craftsmen annual juried show.
She received the Peoples Choice Award from the Moloka’i Art Center’s 6th Annual Member Art Show.
She received the Best of Show and People's Choice Award for the Moloka'i Art Center's 7th Annual Member Art Show.
