Frequently asked questions

Aloha Life Letters is a monthly art print and snail mail subscription club delivering original signed 5x7 art prints, a reproduced personal letter in real handwriting, ’Ōlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian) and cultural insights, and occasional surprises. Created by island-inspired artist Kelly Valencia, this monthly art print and snail mail subscription club offers a screen-free self-care ritual—bringing a quiet piece of Hawaiian art and island inspiration to your mailbox every month.

Aloha Life Letters is for anyone who loves the beauty of Hawaiʻi, appreciates the nostalgia of traditional mail, and believes that everyone deserves a reason to look forward to checking their mailbox. Whether you are seeking a meaningful monthly self-care ritual, looking to bring a peaceful piece of paradise like affordable tropical wall art prints into your home decor, or searching for the perfect, unique gift for a loved one, our curated envelopes offer a beautiful, intentional pause in a busy world.

Every letter from the Aloha Life Letters monthly art print and snail mail subscription club is written by me, Kelly Valencia, in my handwriting, before carefully reproducing it for every subscriber. Each letter draws inspiration from my life and the everyday beauty of Hawai'i. You can think of me as a sister, mentor, and friend, sharing lessons I've learned over the years about growth, mindfulness, and resilience.Although my full legal name is Kelly Valencia-Aiken—which is how you might find my official publishing credits, legal business entities, or other professional spaces online—I simply go by 'Kelly Valencia' at Aloha Life Letters. I just love the way the signature looks on the page, and I think it sounds pretty!

Yes, you'll receive a different hand-signed, Hawai'i-inspired 5x7 art print on 270 GSM (100# Cover) heavy matte card stock, and a personal letter from me, Kelly Valencia, in my own handwriting, reproduced on premium 28 lb (105 GSM) smooth white paper, along with a word or phrase in 'Ōlelo Hawai'i (Hawaiian) with an accompanying cultural insight, a vinyl, collectible kiss-cut sticker sheet, as well as occasional, unannounced surprises, inside your envelope from Aloha Life Letters.

The primary art style of the print from Aloha Life Letters by Kelly Valencia is vibrant fine art realism, bringing the lush beauty of natural flora, sunlit landscapes, and island life into your space.Created across two distinct creative dimensions—and incorporating a rich spectrum of traditional mediums including oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, colored pencils, ink, markers, and mixed media drawings—her full body of work encompasses:Vivid Fine Art & Nature Realism: Richly textured paintings focused on botanical subjects, tropical landscapes, and oceanic movement, marked by bold color palettes, fluid textures, and expressive light play. This art style is featured on every main monthly print.Whimsical Character & Storybook Illustration: Playful, clean-lined drawings showcasing charming wildlife characters, gentle humor, and narrative storytelling that evoke warmth and nostalgic joy.While each main monthly art print showcases the fine art realism style, subscribers can also look forward to unexpected extra surprises tucked inside their mailings, which frequently feature whimsical storybook illustrations or explore new artistic mediums and playful designs.Take a look at Kelly Valencia’s early artwork captured via flip-phone photography here.

Every 5x7 art print is printed on sturdy 270 GSM (100# cover) matte cardstock for a smooth, glare-free finish that fits perfectly in standard 5x7 frames. The accompanying handwritten letters are printed on premium 28 lb (105 GSM) smooth white paper, giving each letter a substantial, high-quality stationery feel that is a joy to hold and read.

No, the 5x7 art prints from Aloha Life Letters arrive unframed to keep your subscription affordable and easy to ship via snail mail. The art print is intentionally made in a standard framing size, so you can easily find affordable, beautiful frames at any local craft store or online retailer to match your home decor.

Yes, Kelly Valencia hand-signs every 5x7 collectible mini fine art print of original art sent from the Aloha Life Letters monthly art print and snail mail subscription club.