As one of Kauai’s premiere fine artists, Troy Carney captures the essence of the South Pacific’s exotic tropical landscapes and the captivating culture of its indigenous people.

The Polynesian cultures of the Pacific Islands have influenced him from the very beginning. Troy Francois Carney was born and raised by the ocean in the pictorial community of New Zealand's Bay Of Plenty with his mother, a fine artist, and his farther, the owner of a surfboard manufacturing company.

As a teenager, Troy lived an idyllic island life on Kauai, Hawaii where his appreciation and love grew for the warmth and spirit of the Polynesian cultures. A New Zealand Maori association recognized his artistic pursuits when he was presented with the Ranui Memorial Award for Excellence during his study at Mount Maunganui College, New Zealand.

Troy currently lives and paints on the island of Kauai. His collection of work resonates strongly with Polynesian influence and has continued to grow and develop in theme and content. His latest paintings can be seen in various exhibitions island-wide.