About Us
Our Story
Kia orana and welcome to the Coco Brush Dream.
Coco Brush Directors Juanita-Louisa Karora and Clare Jefferies bring to you the latest, unique, art and wine, experience to hit Rarotonga! What makes this so different? Both returning to their local roots from living in NZ, they wanted to make the most of their time here in the islands by combining their passion for arts and wine with their love for the natural beauty, the great atmosphere and the local island flavour of their homeland! Here is where the Coco Brush Dream was born.
Juanita-Louisa Karora, a Tauranga based artist and art teacher alongside her family made the move back to her father’s homeland of the Cook Islands. With a creative passion and desire to learn more about her rarotongan culture Juanita-Louisa makes up one part of the Coco Brush Dream.
“ The island needs more of their people to return home and support this precious gem. Its only by our own efforts and treasuring our culture will people understand and appreciate it”
Clare Jefferies Based in Tauranga and now returning back to the island with her family saw the need to bring such a night to the islands.
“I loved the experience myself which sparked my interest in teaming up with a talented artist like Juanita-Louisa.”
Kia Orana & Welcome to the CocoBrush Dream
Coco Brush Directors Juanita-Louisa Vaikai and Clare Jefferies present Rarotonga’s newest art and wine experience — a creative fusion of culture, connection, and island charm.
After years in New Zealand, both women returned to their Cook Islands roots with a shared goal: to create something meaningful. Inspired by Rarotonga’s natural beauty and rich heritage, they launched Coco Brush to share their passions with others.
Juanita-Louisa Vaikai, an artist and art teacher from Tauranga, moved back with her family to her father’s homeland. Her love for art and desire to reconnect with her roots bring depth and authenticity to the Coco Brush experience.
“The island needs more of its people to return home and support this precious gem. When we value our own culture, others will too.”
Clare Jefferies also returned from Tauranga with her family. Having enjoyed similar art-and-wine events overseas, she saw the potential for something just as special in Rarotonga.
“I loved the experience abroad, and teaming up with a talented artist like Juanita-Louisa made perfect sense.”
Coco Brush offers a vibrant evening of painting, sipping, and connecting — a unique experience in the heart of paradise.
Why Choose Us?
Unique Experience
We are a unique experience that offers more than just food and drinks, you take home your own painting at the end of the night.
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No Experience Required
You don’t need previous experience painting or drawing, we guide the class step by step through each aspect of the painting.
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Book your own class
We offer public and private classes so if you are interested in a time and place for you and a group of 10+ friends, we organize private events to cater for groups of all sizes throughout the year.
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Support local creatives
Our team have a background in the creative industries and have been involved with creative programs internationally. They have now returned home to support their local creative industries in the Cook Islands.
