Dance is not the only medium Kalae uses to create.  Working in a variety of mediums,ink & watercolor primarily, Kalae draws inspiration from the natural world, symbolism, and her Hawaiian heritage. Her connection to the 'Aina as a steward of her family farm land in Waimanlo feeds her insight as a Native Hawaiian creative. She is currently a student at UH Manoa, Halau O Laka, pursuing a double major in Hawaiian Studies and Art.