Dr. Lloyd Fujimoto spends months and years waiting on the coastline for the perfect moment when the celestial background and the foreground of Kauai align. "I love the expanse of the Milky Way and the universe in the background with Kauai in the foreground, coming together to create a night which is rarely experienced."

In "Magical Mana Plains Forest Reserve", Dr. Lloyd Fujimoto reveals the quiet magnificence of the natural world under the vast canopy of the cosmos. The Milky Way streaks across the sky, its shimmering expanse enhanced by the metallic photo paper that brings out the luminous quality of each star. Below, a solitary tree in the Mana Plains stands tall, bathed in the soft glow of the starlight, creating a tranquil juxtaposition between the earthly and the celestial. This rare photo measures 12.5" x 18".

Fujimoto’s composition elegantly balances the intimate beauty of the reserve’s flora with the infinite wonder of the night sky, encouraging the viewer to pause and reflect on the seamless connection between nature and the universe. This piece is not just a visual capture, but an evocative reminder of the ethereal beauty that exists in the quietest corners of our planet.

Dr. Lloyd Fujimoto is a practicing dentist in Lihue, Kauai and has been creating art for over 50 years. He graciously donates this rare photo of the sea and sky to the Center because his father was a long time supporter of the Lawai International Center. He hopes that this gift will help the Center to grow, flourish and help the world.