Official Print and Frame Sponsor of the Eddie Aikau Foundation

The Eddie Aikau Foundation honors a legacy rooted in courage, selflessness, and aloha. Preserving a legacy like this requires intention. As the official print and frame sponsor of The Eddie, Pictures Plus supports that mission by turning meaningful ideas into physical pieces that serve the moment they're created for. That support takes shape through custom trophies and professionally framed photographs, produced to honor Eddie Aikau's legacy.

Honoring Eddie

The trophies created for the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational are presented during the event's opening ceremony, with one given to each invited participant. Being invited to compete is considered one of the highest honors in big wave surfing.

Where most surf competitions rely on rankings and scoring systems, participants in The Eddie are invited for more than their surfing ability. The event recognizes values beyond athletic performance. Invitees exemplify kuleana, courage, and responsibility—values that define both Eddie's legacy and the Invitational that carries his name.

Custom Trophies: Bringing an Artist's Vision to Life

The trophies began with the vision of Hawai'i-based artist Eddy Y, who has designed the Invitational's trophies for several years. From his concept, Pictures Plus worked to bring his vision to life through custom, multi-dimensional trophies.

Each piece was made with close attention to detail. Rather than mass-produced awards, the trophies are custom, handmade works, created to reflect the significance of the moment they represent.

Why Custom Matters

By starting from Eddy Y's original design and producing each piece with intention, the result becomes more than an award—but rather a reflection of community.

Framed Photographs that Preserve a Story

A framed photograph of Eddie, provided by Pictures Plus, was displayed front and center during the Opening Ceremony, serving as a reminder of who the event honors and why it exists.

Through thoughtful framing, the photograph was given the presence it deserved—elevated from an image into a lasting visual anchor for the ceremony.

The Importance of Physical Pieces in a Digital World

Digital photos travel fast, but physical pieces stay present. A trophy on a shelf or a framed photograph on a wall becomes something you see, revisit, and remember for years to come.

For the invited participants, these trophies mark a tremendous honor. For the Foundation, they help keep Eddie Aikau's legacy visible in the moment.

Proud to Support the Eddie Aikau Foundation

The meaning of the moment speaks for itself. The focus remains where it belongs: on the invitees and the legacy of the great Eddie Aikau.