2026 Guests, Seminars, Panels, & Classes

"I'm really good at being pretty good at a lot of things... though it would be great to be really good at one specific thing- as being pretty good can only imply marginal ability to those that are really good- Pretty much".  

MeduSirena™  Marina the Fire Eating Mermaid!™ AquaVedette/"Retro-tainer"/Figure Swimmer/Aquatic Burlesque Performer  

Trying to bring back a little retro to dance--water ballet & burlesque, free diver Figure Swimmer, aquatic performer & showgirl (since 1987)- using the underwater medium to create a unique discipline resulting in the use of liquid-space  as a dance medium. Featured with & without finned "swim tails", Marina blends her disciplines of belly dance,burlesque, stunt dancing (Fire-Dance Performer since 1990)  Exotica and Polynesian Dance~ doing her best to preserve this unique style of mid-century pop culture entertainment. In addition to creating a whole new way of visualizing aquatic dance and theatrical fire performances with the spectator's perspective in mind. Also Creator and Producer for the Co-ed Sirens and Sailors AquaBurlesque & THE AQUAMEN Underwater Boylesque Swimshows at The Wreck Bar- Ft. Lauderdale, Fl.  Founding Member and performer with the Taiko Troupe-  Ronin Taiko since 2006.  www.Ronintaiko.com Photographer- Second generation photographer, specializing in Glamour (Pinup) photography. One of the last persons to have been photographed by the inimitable Bunny Yeager, who was one of her great influences in shooting the female form- Spring, 2014.  

A cocktail enthusiast and bartender from Savannah, Georgia, MacKay has been working at the Water Witch Tiki Bar for three years, with contributions to the bar's menu featured in several magazines. Their passion in cocktails tends toward the exotic, favoring creative combinations, syrups, infusions, and of course, always a Clarified Milk Punch!

North Florida native and Atlanta original, R.Land, has been filling streets, spaces and imaginations for nearly three decades. Once described by an art critic as having "the approach of Keith Haring, the enthusiasm of Disney and the vision of Finster", he ultimately defies categorization and garners a multi-generational fan base, with collectors and devotees as unique and varied as his unconventional style.

For three decades, R.Land has been crafting a unique world inside Atlanta with his sharp satire, urban commentary and signature characters that have populated public spaces, homes, businesses, and streets across the city and beyond. Signature works include Loss Cat and Pray for ATL, and many many pieces in his signature style. For years Junkman's Daughter was the place to get Tiki Farm, Shag, and related lowbrow work in Atlanta, and R. Land pieces were right there with them.

His work has played a role in shaping the cultural fabric of Atlanta. From his childhood in northern FL to his early work in Atlanta, R. Land has loved tiki and the cultural tides around it...thrilled to have him share his work and influences with Inuhele this year.

https://www.rlandart.com/

https://www.instagram.com/rlandzo

Ronin Taiko is a Fort Lauderdale based Japanese Drum Troupe that practices and performs the art of taiko. Through powerful sounds, energetic movements, and the use of theatrics, Ronin Taiko has developed a unique passionate dedication to the traditions of taiko drumming and performance. Ronin Taiko since 2006.  www.Ronintaiko.com

http://www.instagram.com/rocketbetty

Ms. Leisure is a tropical home bar enthusiast who subscribes to the KonMarie method of only keeping items that spark joy! https://www.instagram.com/ms_leisure/

HeadHunter Props and Fabrication is a turnkey design, build and installation company that is focused on fully-themed environments offering ultimate escapism with detailed, accurate and immersive decor.  Their team of artists runs the gamut of sculpting, molding, casting, paintwork, muralwork, design etc.  With extensive experience building for themeparks worldwide along with working with commercial and residential designers, architects and builders, HeadHunter Props creates spaces that go well-beyond the ordinary.  Rodney Ray is the Concept Designer, Creative Director and Primary Fabricator for HeadHunter Props.  He specializes in scenic material chemistry and composition and consults on most of the major theme park projects in Florida, California and abroad.

https://www.instagram.com/headhunterprops

For more than 25 years, Waterhouse has established himself as an award-winning journalist, public relations professional, and storyteller. With more than 1,000 bylines to his credit, he’s written for the likes of Esquire, CNN.com, MTV.com, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and others. His brand journalism and PR writing includes work for recognizable entertainment entities such as Star Wars and Lucasfilm, Disney, Elvis Presley Enterprises, Bonnaroo Arts & Music Festival, and Rock Hall of Famers, Van Halen. Additionally, Waterhouse is a creative writer, and his work has been published in the officially licensed “Star Wars Adventures” comic book series. A multi-talented performer, Waterhouse has experience in radio and podcast hosting, including his work with SiriusXM. Additionally, he performs voiceover and on-camera work, and hosts and organizes special events. 

https://www.instagram.com/thejonwaterhouse/

Professional bartenders with a love for all things tiki; ready and willing to take over any bar, backyard, cocktail party, or event that needs delicious cocktails and a hell of a good time. The Lads produce successful lines of mixers and rum, and also produce the Castaway event in Jacksonville, FL. 

https://www.instagram.com/luaulads/

Luaulads.com

Raised in Western North Carolina, Tavi didn't learn of his Māori Heritage until he was 17, this led him to the decision to move to Hawaii to go to school as well learn of his culture. Tavi started training, dancing and performing in 2015 at the Polynesian Cultural Center. His extensive training included multiple Pacific Cultures such as Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa and of course Aotearoa (New Zealand, the home of the Māori.) He also continues to train in Siva Afi or Samoan Fireknife Dancing. While performing at the PCC at night, Tavi attended Brigham Young University - Hawaii where he received a Degree in Mathematics and a minor in Pacific Island Studies. He now lives in Asheville, NC and continues to perform and train all over the South including; North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia under the name 'NCFireknife'. When Tavi isn't performing, he is carving 'Pounamu' or Nephrite Jade into Traditional Polynesian Symbols and Jewelry under the name 'Tavi's Taonga' and 3D-Printing costumes and props under the name 'Tavi Does Stuff'. Tavi has a passion for Education, he started as an Administrative Assistant in Public Schools and now volunteers his time during Asian American Pacific Island Heritage Month to present at various Public Schools and teach Students about Pacific Culture.    During Inuhele, you can find Tavi the Trading Post and he will also be performing at this year's Luau.   

https://www.etsy.com/shop/TaviTaonga  https://www.instagram.com/tavi.taonga/

Being adjacent to the foodie world has cultivated an appreciation for warm cozy beverages that feel like a hug. When she isn’t sipping tea, she’s calling on the powers of her ancestors for good fortune as she washes the Mah Jongg tiles.

We will have an entire track of classes and crafts, check out the tab at the top of the site.

What was your first tiki mug?  Favorite drink?  First time you ended up with a lampshade on your head?

Come meet your fellow tikiphiles and learn about the DON'T MISS activities during the weekend.  If nothing else, come say hi to Jonathan. Newbies and old hands welcome.

Either way, you won't want to miss this because we will have small group Q&As, games, and a free prize inside!

Come and go as you like. This is brought to you and conducted by Jonathan of Horror In Clay.

Panel: Friday 3:00pm - 4:00pm in The Sandbar

Freelance writer and reviewer Paul Senft has contributed to many print and digital outlets.  His work has appeared in Got Rum? Magazine, Alcohol Professor,  Flaviar.com as well as other publications covering a range of subjects related to Spirits, Travel and  cocktail culture.  Please  visit the Published work page for an archive of his work.

Jamie Galatas lives to be creative. He is a long time surf music devotee, serving as lead guitarist and bandleader for Atlanta surf band The Mystery Men?. He also plays bass in Atlanta surf combo El Capitan & The Reluctant Sadists. Professionally, Jamie has been in the Atlanta animation industry for close to 20 years, serving primarily as an animator and composite lead. He’s worked on numerous projects such as Adult Swim’s Squidbillies and Aqua Teen Hunger Force, as well as the upcoming Ren & Stimpy reboot, countless commercials and other projects over the years. Recently, he’s made the move to the production side of the business serving as an assistant to the executive in charge of Bento Box Atlanta animation studios. Being very engrossed in the tiki world, Jamie is always looking to find creative connections between all of his loves and how they might find their way to the fantasy and vibe that is TIKI. Feel free to dig more into Jamie’s endeavors by going to jamie-galatas.com!

Jim "Hurricane" Hayward is a veteran journalist and writer, best known for The Atomic Grog blog - covering Tiki events, music, art, cocktails and culture since 2011. Along with its popular Mai-Kai cocktail guide, the blog has become the go-to source of information on the landmark restaurant's closing, sale, restoration, and reopening. His Tiki cocktail research and recipes have gained a cult following, often featured in bars and online videos.

Website: AtomicGrog.com
Social media:
https://www.instagram.com/theatomicgrog/
https://www.facebook.com/atomicgrog

Ocean Flo has been into tiki since the Tiki Revival in the 1990s. At the time she didn’t realize it was a movement. She called it her twenties. She still does. Like all good bar stories, she can’t really remember all the tiki bars she’s seen but she has taken Coconut the Chichi to over 100 unique bars in the 3 years she’s had him. She gets around. She has a home bar, The Tiki Barn, and is an Intoxicated Drooling Bastard at the Tonga Hut in North Hollywood.

http://www.instagram.com/coconut_thechichi 

http://www.instagram.com/_oceanflo_