Welcome to the Douglas Chun Studio
About Douglas Chun

Painter, gardener, avid traveler, Douglas has spent a lifetime seeking experiences that nurture his soul. Born in Guangzhou, China, he attended the Honolulu Academy of Art and the San Francisco Art Institute. His firm, Chun/Ishimaru served the design and architectural professions in the Bay Area. After a 35-year illustration practice, he retired and focused his energies on painting what delights him.
Living simply on the slopes of Haleakala on Maui, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Douglas enjoys tennis, gardening, cooking and the appreciation of fine wines.
Douglas’ watercolor and acrylic works are in private and public collections worldwide. Besides originals on paper and on canvas, his limited editions and open editions, published by Ericksen & Elins Fine Art and Editions Limited are being distributed in both northern and southern hemispheres.
Living simply on the slopes of Haleakala on Maui, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Douglas enjoys tennis, gardening, cooking and the appreciation of fine wines.
Douglas’ watercolor and acrylic works are in private and public collections worldwide. Besides originals on paper and on canvas, his limited editions and open editions, published by Ericksen & Elins Fine Art and Editions Limited are being distributed in both northern and southern hemispheres.
Corporate Collection
Bank of California Bechtel Corporation Kaiser Permanent Hospitals in California & Hawaii US Embassy, Bahrain US Forestry Department US Park Service International Diamond Syndicate & the Hospitality Industry |
Private Collections Throughout the US and
in Canada, Brazil, Belglium, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Middle East & Switzerland Publications Editions Limited open edition reproductions Erickson & Elins limited editions |
Artist Statement
I seek to see beauty in everything, from Nature to man and in experiences encountered. By committing some of these on paper or canvas, I am constantly reminded that there is law and order in the Universe and the world is a sacred place to be.
Entering my 8th decade, I am leaning towards simplicity. I am continually drawn to express the wonders of Nature: its timelessness, gentleness and its sense of harmony and balance. They remain paramount in my quest. |
A Statement from Janet ChunChanging from the arena of commercial art into the world of fine art is no easy task for an artist. After decades of precision in an illustration practice, it was through Douglas' discipline and his love of fine wine that made this transition more "palatable".
A soft spoken, self-taught man of few words, Douglas' commitment to excellence is audible in every brush stroke. Besides his God-given talent, the practice of self-evaluation propels his painting process.Behind the calming and uplifting aura delivered in most of his work, I can attest that he remains true to himself with total honesty and much stubbornness. |