🌺 A Slice of Samoa, Framed in Wood: Renee’s Custom Map
When Renee reached out to Tides Out Maps, she had a special place in mind: the beautiful islands of Samoa. While most of our maps focus on the coastlines of New Zealand and its surrounding waters, this project was a unique opportunity to bring the Pacific to life in a new way — and the end result was something truly meaningful.
“Absolutely love my Samoa map! It’s beautifully crafted and brings back so many special memories. Thank you for creating something so personal.”
— Renee, via Google Reviews
As always, our process began with a conversation. We asked Renee about her connection to Samoa and offered to include a personalised engraving if there was a spot of significance. Like many of our custom designs, it was about more than just geography — it was about capturing a story in topographic detail.
Each Tides Out map is handcrafted to order, layered in wood, and etched with care. For Renee’s piece, we studied the bathymetry of Samoa to capture the contours of its islands and surrounding waters as faithfully as possible. The final map offered not just a visual statement, but a tangible connection to the places that matter most.
Whether it’s an ancestral home, a treasured travel destination, or a symbol of cultural pride, we love helping people bring their places to life in a way that lasts.
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I had a map of Samoa made for my husband who is a map geek. It looks really cool on the wall and I haven't seen anything like it elsewhere. We've had it on the wall for over a year and the colour and layers all look brand new - a nod to the craftsmanship and quality. After placing the order Matt reached out to understand the personal connection and mark a specific location on the map which makes it really special to us. Would recommend to others looks for a custom, unique art.