Hilton Alves’ inspirations are deeply tied to the ocean, sports, movement, and human connection—both personal and universal

 

Growing up in coastal Brazil and later living on Oʻahu’s North Shore:

• Surfing culture shaped his visual language

• He’s inspired by the relationship between humans and the sea

• Famous surf breaks (like Pipeline) influence both form and emotion in his murals

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Beyond waves, his inspiration comes from:

• Natural rhythms and movement

• Light, water, wind, and flow

• The idea that nature brings calm, perspective, and humility

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While surfing is central, his coastal lifestyle includes a broader mix of water-based activities, typical of Brazil’s coast and Hawaiʻi’s North Shore culture:

• Ocean swimming

• Paddle training

• General sea sports that build endurance, awareness, and respect for the ocean

• Running, mountain biking and hiking the beautiful mountains of Oahu

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