About

Aloha and thank you for visiting Josh Agle Unauthorised, it is great to see you here.

Please allow me to start by introducing myself. My name is Tiki Pete, and I am a massive fan of Tiki culture in all its forms. Tiki is a romanticised version of an exotic tropical culture loosely based on Polynesian themes. The popularity of the faux tropical lifestyle began in the early 20th century with the opening of Polynesian-themed bars and restaurants including Don the Beachcomber and Trader Vic’s.

I first saw Shag’s work in Tiki forums online and was drawn to his bright, fresh paintings of Tikis, Hula girls and tropical cocktails. I searched for more of Shag’s work and fell in love with his beautiful depictions of high-society cocktail parties, mid-century modern architecture and quirky mid-story scenes.

One problem I experienced was how to learn more about Shag’s art. Luckily between the Internet and published literature, I managed to gather some useful information which, in a millennial spirit, I have shared here.

Please note that this site contains a collection of information and pictures that are freely available on the Internet plus some personal photographs. None of the information presented has been authorised by the artist Josh Agle who I have unfortunately not yet had the opportunity to meet. Hopefully, you will find some of the information useful or at least interesting.

I would love to expand this site so please e-mail me with any related information that you have – photos, dates, context or ideas. Alternatively just send me an e-mail to say hello and we can discuss art,  compare Hawaiian shirts and drink MaiTais and Zombies at my garden tiki bar.

Thank you and a hui hou, Tiki Pete