Art Calendar

Hawaiian Quilt Show, fabric art from the group, "Ka Hui Kapa ‘Apana O Waimea," 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today, Parker Ranch Historic Homes Pu‘opelu, Kamuela, Big Island; free. (808) 885-5433.

Gallery Walk-through, gallery manager, Darrell Orwing, leads participants on a tour of the gallery and discusses the current exhibit from New Zealand, 1 p.m. each Sunday in January and February, Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui; free. (808) 242-2787.

"Ola Na Mo ‘Olelo, Living Stories Tour," a dramatic presentation by story tellers in costume sharing the life of King Kalakaua and Queen Kapi‘olani, 1 p.m., Monday through Friday; included in ticket price; also "A Behind the Scenes Tour," visit to restricted areas of the museum’s collection, focusing on artifacts of King Kalakaua and the royal family, for ages 12 and over, 1:30-2:30 p.m. each Monday through Friday, $15 in addition to the general admission; The Bishop Museum. 847-8243.

CLASSES

"Polaroid Image Transfer," two-day workshop teaches participants to create original photographic art with instructor Kathleen T. Carr, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and next Sunday Room 306, UH-Manoa Art Building; $200. 956-7221.

OPENINGS

"Focus on the Feminine," works by Robyn Waters, opens today, Gallery on the Pali; through March 9. 526-1191.

"Line Drawing," what two artists can do with 400 yards of string and a blank wall, opens tomorrow, The Gallery at Coffeeline; through March 15, opening reception 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. 947-1615.

Works by Janelle, exhibit of pastels, watercolors, and photographs, opens today, Java Kai, Kapa‘a, Kaua‘i; through March 18, artist’s reception 7-9 p.m. Thursday. (808) 245-6704, 1-888-452-8244.

Recent Works by Pamela Andelin, oil on canvas, opens Friday, The Village Galleries of Maui, Lahaina; through March 15, opening reception 6-9 p.m. Friday. (808) 661-5559, 1-800-483-8599.

CALLS TO ARTISTS

Honolulu Printmakers invites print artists to submit up to four entries for their 2001 juried exhibit. $10 per entry for non-members, $6 fee for members. Deadline for mailing Neighbor Island entries: Wednesday, O‘ahu entries: Friday, the Academy Art Center. at Linekona 536-5507.

Honolulu County Committee on the Status of Women calls for entries for the mid-March Womens’ History Month exhibit, "Art of Women: Celebrating the Challenges and Successes of Women and Girls with Disabilities." Seeking art in any media from women artists with disabilities. Deadline: Saturday. 395-3317.

Maui Arts & Cultural Center receiving works any any media from Maui County residents for March and April juried show, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Feb. 27 at Schaefer Gallery, Kahului; $10 per entry. (808) 879-4538.

Canon Amateur Photo Contest 2001 in Hawai‘i seeks up to three photographs per person, taken between Jan. 1, 2000 and Feb. 28, 2001, on the the theme "Children in Hawai‘i." Deadline: Feb. 28. 522-5930.

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center, Makawao, Maui, seeks art in all media for April 27-June 10 juried show; $10 entry fee for up to three pieces. Deadline: 8:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m. April 13 and 14, Hui No‘eau Solarium. (808) 572-6560, ext. 4.

Art of Polynesia Gallery, North Shore, seeks fine arts and crafts reflecting Polynesian culture and island living. ongoing 637-1288.

Cafe Che Pasta Gallery seeks original art in all media from artists or groups with at least 35 pieces available to show. ongoing 524-0004.

Gallery on the Pali seeks artists to exhibit at the gallery.ongoing 526-1191.

Ocean Art Gallery seeks woodworks, sculptures, raku, pottery and ceramic artwork preferably on an ocean theme. Call for appointment: 263-6438.

CLOSING THIS WEEK

"Family Ties in Asian Textiles: Children’s and Adult Costumes from Japan and China," exhibit from the textile collection on the Christensen Fund, through today; Second Floor Galleries, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.

"Beauty of Place," photographs by Rowena Otremba, First Floor and "Consciousness & Lace," mixed media paintings by Dexter Doi and Carol D’Angelo, Second Floor, through Thursday; Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8700.

"Ian Tremewen 20th Anniversary Exhibition," watercolors, through Thursday; The Village Galleries of Maui, Lahaina. (808) 661-5559, 1-800-483-8599.

"Kahiko," paintings by Cindy Conklin, through Friday; Nohea Gallery at the Kahala Mandarin Oriental. 737-8688.

"Kahiko," watercolors by Cindy Conklin and "Thinking Small," sculptures by Lynne Schoonejongen Ohtani, through Friday; The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.

"Abstract Styles," paintings in a range of styles by Patricia Carelli (Ebert), through Friday;Che Pasta Restaurant/Gallery. 524-0004.

"Jet Set," mixed-media, multi-disciplinary new work from over thirty artists from Hawai‘i, Los Angeles and New York, through Saturday; Salon 5. 550-2855.

"Te Ao Tawhito/Te Ao Hou (Old Worlds/New Worlds)," mixed media exhibit by 14 artists of Maori, Pacific Island, Asian New Zealand and European ancestry, through next Sunday; Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui. (808) 242-2787.

ONGOING EXHIBITS

Arts of Paradise Gallery: "Two Creative Wahine," recent oils by Dora Lin and pastels by Fong Ling; through Feb. 28. 924-2787.

Bethel Street Gallery: "Ka ‘Ikena," installation by Chuck Kawai‘olu Souza; through March 8. 533-2836.

Bishop Museum, Vestibule Gallery: contemporary acrylic and paper panels depicting a Hawaiian chant describing the creation of heaven, earth and all its creatures, through March 2002; and ‘A Canoe, woodcarved canoe once owned by Prince Kuhio, ongoing. 847-3511.

Canon Gallery at Ward Plaza: "Canon USA Hawai‘i Branch Employee Photos" fifth annual contest among photographs by eight employees. Visitors may vote for their favorite photo with the winner announced at the end of February; through Feb. 28. 522-5930.

The Contemporary Museum: "Unpublished and Unseen: Photography by Joel-Peter Witkin," photographic art; through April 8, viewer discretion is advised because the exhibition contains imagery which is difficult and may be upsetting. 526-1322.

The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center: "Recent Painting by Hiroki Morinoue," "An Essential Balance: Works by Toshiko Takaezu," and "Prints by Duncan Dempster, Melinda Morey, Rob Noland and Jeff Tam;" through May 2. 526-1322.

Diamond Head Theatre Art Gallery: "Honolulu Printmakers: Checkmate--Black, White & Color," woodcuts by Laura Smith, photo etchings by Joe Singer, etchings by Howard Farrent, digital prints by Bobby Crockett, and monoprints by Lynn Cook; through March 4. 734-0274.

East-West Center Gallery: "Carved Puppets of Asia," traditional puppets of many cultures displayed with paintings, storyboards, tapestries, musical instruments and video; through March 23. 944-7584.

Gallery ‘Iolani, Windward Community College: "Murray Turnbull/Recent Works," paintings, through March 9. 235-1140, 235-7346.

Hawai‘i Pacific University Art Gallery: "Lady Pop," assemblages in a variety of media by Tai Kitakata and "Elements of Change," prints by Donna Broder, through March 16. 544-0287.

Honolulu Academy of Arts: "The Art of Warner Bros. Animation," original drawings, painting and cels from the creators of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig and friends, cartoon classics in the Cartoon Theatre and an interactive Animation Station for keiki, Education Gallery with special viewing hours, through April 1; "Frances Pickens: A Retrospective," including jewelry and sculptural forms in a variety of metals and techniques, Graphics Art Gallery, through April 1; The Howard and Estelle Bern Collection of Japanese hair ornaments, Japanese Gallery, ongoing; "East Meets West: Cross-Cultural Influences in the Arts," highlight of artwork from the Academy’s Asian and Western collections, ongoing. 532-8700.

Honolulu Advertiser Gallery: "Surfaces," photographs and paintings by Mark Kadota, sponsored by the Advertiser Gallery and Christian Macias and Art Associates; through Feb. 28. 263-1159, 735-2730.

Honolulu Art Gallery: "Jean-Jacques Dicker: an Erotic Retrospective," hand printed black and white photographs; through March 2. 955-5250.

Ho‘omaluhia Gallery: "E Komo Mai: Art Expressions," exhibit by Karren Barozzi, Susan Cardenas, Tracy Mafalda Hirata, Nikki Johnston and Susan Locke; through Feb. 27. 233-7323.

‘Iolani Palace Galleries: exhibit of crowns, jewels, kahili, cloaks and sacred emblems; ongoing. 522-0832.

Island Treasures Art Gallery: works by Jon Mozo; ongoing. Two locations: Kailua, 261-8131 and Koko Marina, 396-8827.

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i Gallery: "Mainichi Mono: Everyday Things," artifacts from the kitchen, bedroom, and office that show the evolution in design from manual to electric, metal or wooden to plastic; through April 16. 945-7633.

John Young Museum of Art: "Korean Masks from the Ryun Namkoong Collection," over 100 masks used in traditional dance-dramas, shaman rituals and festivals; through Feb. 27; artifacts from Asia, Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands and Africa, ongoing; Krauss Hall 002, UH-Manoa; 956-3634.

Koa Gallery, at Kapi‘olani Community College: "Throw a little color on it," selected paintings by Amy Russell, through March 1. 734-9375.

Ko‘olau Gallery, Manoa Marketplace: "Hearts & Flowers," recent iris prints and serigraphs by Rosalie Prussing, through Feb. 28. 988-4147.

Nohea Galleries: art in various media from local artists, ‘Ohana Reef Towers Hotel, ongoing, 926-2224 and Moana Surfrider Hotel, ongoing, 923-6644.

Ocean Art Gallery: works by Gary Reed and Lynn Boyer; ongoing. 263-6438.

Queen Emma Gallery: "Fragments of a Journey," fabric and mixed media art by Betty Fines, in honor of Black History Month; through March 18. 537-7167.

Satoru’s Art Gallery: works by Satoru Abe; ongoing. 545-4220.

Tabora Gallery, Rainbow Bazaar, Hilton Hawaiian Village: seascapes by Roy Gonzalez Tabora and various artists; ongoing. 955-4339.

Tennent Gallery: Selected works by Madge Tennent; ongoing. 531-1987.

RESTAURANTS, ELSEWHERE

Borders-Ward Centre: "World at a Glance," travel photo exhibit by Dennis Callan; through March 3. 591-8995.

The Contemporary Cafe at the Contemporary Museum: "Quality Hearts III," eighteen local artists display art on a heart theme; through March 4. 526-1322.

Jaron’s Restaurant: works by Thomas Deir; ongoing. 261-4600.

Mezzanine Gallery, DoubleTree ‘Alana Waikiki Hotel: "3...2...1...Three Artists’ Creations in the Year 2001," mixed media exhibit by Christina Crooker, Elizabeth Dreckvoss, and Mark Maresc; through April 29, opening reception 5-8 p.m. March 17. 597-8108.

Roy’s Restaurant, Hawai‘i Kai: "Simple Pleasures," recent works by Donna Broder and Anne Irons, through March 31; 396-7697 and Kihei: "Recent Work by Mapuana," Hawaiian colorist’s exhibit; through April 20. (808) 669-5000.

Waialua Public Library: "Six Local Artists," mixed media exhibit of works by Peter Raub, Jackie Wilson, Judy Williams, Philip Riley, Karen Scata and Jennifer Eisenhart; through April 6. 637-7446.

Waikiki Grand Hotel: recent works by Anthony Randall; ongoing. 949-1863.

NEIGHBOR ISLANDS

Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island: Pastels and oils by Jennifer Colver Cook, sponsored by the Waimea Arts Council; through Feb. 28. (808) 887-1052.

Kinipopo Fine Art Gallery, Wailua, Kaua‘i: "Kaua‘i Hemolele I Ka Malie: Kaua‘i Peaceful in the Calm," recent works by Penny Nichols; through Feb. 26. (808) 822-4356.

Kukui Grove Exhibition Hall: "7 women + 7 men," contemporary art by 14 artists of the Garden Island Arts Council; through March 1. (808) 246-4561.

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