Art Calendar
SPECIAL EVENTS
Dedication of Gabby "Pops" Pahunui Sculpture, Hawaiian blessing and dedication of the bronze sculpture created by Jan-Michelle Sawyer, 2 p.m. today, Waikiki Shell; free. 842-8314.
"Display Ikebana," more than 30 arrangements of Floral and Display Ikebana, an art form created by master instructor Toshiyuki Ohki of Sogetsu Headquarters, Tokyo, Thursday through next Sunday, Neiman Marcus, Ala Moana. 951-3406.
"per.spec.tives," photography exhibit of works by Michele Asselin, Michael Jensen and Matthew Tischler, sponsored by Gen Art, the Contemporary Museum and Emporio Armani, on display Thursday through April 30, Giorgio Armani, Ala Moana Shopping Center. Reception 7-9 p.m. Thursday; call for reservations: 951-8475.
"Hawai'i Calls," floral display presented by the Garden Club of Honolulu; Friday, through next Sunday, selected courtyards and second-floor galleries, western wing, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
Gallery talk, led by artists Duncan Dempster, Rob Noland and Jeff Tam on their prints on display at the Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center, 2 p.m. Friday, First Hawaiian Center; free. Reservations required: 526-1322.
Honolulu Academy of Arts and Pacific Handcrafters Guild sponsor free academy admission, with coupon, during the Thomas Square Craft Festival, Saturday and next Sunday. Visit artist's craft booths or the academy's booths to pick up a coupon during the weekend and to enter a drawing for tuition scholarships for the Fall 2001 art classes at the Academy Art Center. 532-8700, 254-6788.
OPENINGS
"Creative Visions," works in various media by George Salsedo, opens today, Gallery on the Pali; through May 11. 526-1191.
"Unfoldings," multimedia exhibit of selected works by senior bachelor of fine arts students at UH-Manoa, opens today, University of Hawai'i Art Gallery, Art Building, UH-Manoa; through May 11; awards ceremony 5 p.m. and opening reception 6-8 p.m. today. 956-6888.
"Metamorphosis," works by Heather Sorum, opens tomorrow, The Gallery at Coffeeline Campus Coffeehouse; through May 17, opening reception 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. 947-1615.
"18th Century Korean Communication Kites," exhibit sponsored by the consulate general of the Republic of Korea, Centennial Committee of Korean Immigration to the United States and University of Hawai'i Center for Korean Studies, opens tomorrow, Courtyard Gallery, Honolulu Hale; through May 11. 523-4674, 956-7041.
"Current Breezes of Sofu (Blue Wind)," exhibit of large-scale bamboo pieces, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Sogetsu, founder of Sofu Teshigahara, created by Japanese master Toshiyuki Ohki and his assistant Shinichi Akimatsu, opens Tuesday, courtyard of the Honolulu Academy of Arts; through May 6. 532-8701.
"Portraits of Polynesia," oils, prints and greeting cards by Keoni Montes, opens Friday, Hale'iwa Art Gallery; through May 11. 637-3368.
"Judy Martin," recent works, opens Friday, Village Gallery, Lahaina, Maui; through May 17, opening reception Friday. (808) 661-5559.
"Don't Worry . . . Bead Happy," lamps and beaded objects by Charlene Tahima and Joel Park; "Intimate Vistas, Plein Aire Point of View," paintings by Mark Norseth; and "Animal Menagerie," ceramics by Rochelle Lum, opens Saturday, The Gallery at Ward Centre; through May 25. 597-8034.
CALLS TO ARTISTS
Honolulu Academy of Arts accepting works for the "Artists of Hawai'i 2001" exhibit, July 19 through Aug. 26; entry fee $4. Deadline for entries: noon, May 5. 532-8715.
International Open Amateur Photography Contest seeks one color or black-and-white photograph per person on a variety of themes for cash prizes. Deadline: May 31. www.picture.com, (410) 363-4800.
Liberty House seeks original art in any media or combination of media on the theme "Kalo, or Taro Plant" for the Ku'u Home Art Contest. Winning entries displayed at Liberty House-Ala Moana, Sept. 9-23. Deadline: July 2. 945-8149.
'Ohina, the Short Film Showcase accepting entries of film shorts and videos under 30 minutes in length for the Sept. 28-30 showing at the Honolulu Academy of Arts. Deadline: Aug. 3. 951-4413.
Native Books and Beautiful Things seeks ceramics, glassware, woodwork and other handcrafted items from guest artists. All submissions must be designed, created and manufactured by hand in Hawai'i, ongoing. 591-9008.
Britton Gallery, Northshore Marketplace, seeks fine arts and crafts reflecting Polynesian culture and Island living. 637-6505.
Che Pasta Cafe Gallery seeks original art in all media from artists or groups with at least 35 pieces available to show. 524-0004.
Gallery on the Pali seeks artists to exhibit at the gallery. 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
"Beginner's Mind," 25th anniversary exhibit honoring 50 artists who have shown at the gallery, through today; Queen Emma Gallery. 537-7167.
"Tracy Dudley," recent works, through Thursday; Village Gallery, Lahaina, Maui. (808) 661-5559.
College Art 2001, juried art exhibition of mixed-media works by student artists from O'ahu universities and colleges, through Friday; Lower Level, Windward Mall. 235-1143.
"Petroglyphs: a Glimpse into the Past," new works by Bill Roberts, through Friday; Hale'iwa Art Gallery. 637-3368.
"The Never Ending Color Story," woven and beaded jewelry by Barbara Edelstein and "Getting It Together," watercolors by Helen Iaea, through Friday; The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.
"Patterns of the Universe," paintings and drawings by Sharon Hardie, through Saturday; Honolulu Art Gallery. 955-5250.
"Found Photos," collection of vintage photographs recovered by curator Jefferson Finney, through Saturday; The Pegge Hopper Gallery. 524-1160.
"Works by Ian Haight," recent acrylics, sponsored by the Waimea Arts Council, through Saturday; Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 887-1052, (808) 885-7671.
"3...2...1...Three Artists' Creations in the Year 2001," mixed-media exhibit by Christina Crooker, Elizabeth Dreckvoss, and Mark Maresc; through next Sunday; Mezzanine Gallery, DoubleTree 'Olana Waikiki Hotel. 597-8108.
"Celebrating the Artist in Us," student artists, grades K-12, present a multi-media exhibit, through next Sunday; Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui. (808) 244-8272.
ONGOING EXHIBITS
Academy Art Center at Linekona, First Floor: "Young People's Spring 2001 Exhibition," multi-media selection of artwork from the spring session of classes, through next Sunday and Second Floor: "MOA Young People's Exhibition: Manoa District," selection of children's artwork, through next Sunday. 532-8700.
Arts of Paradise Gallery: "Scenes Seen," acrylics on linen canvas by Gary Kato; through April 30. 924-2787.
Artmosphere Gallery: "Turn Ons," original lamp designs by Dorys Foltin and Rich Richardson; through May 20. 525-5200.
bibelot gallery: "Re-Visions," mixed media exhibit of pottery, photography and painting by local craftspersons; through May 11. 738-0368.
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; and 'A Canoe, woodcarved canoe once owned by Prince Kuhio, ongoing. 847-3511.
Britton Gallery, Northshore Marketplace, displays art in various media by Chai, Coley, Fettig, Braden, Aldag and other local artists; ongoing. 637-6505.
Canon Photo Gallery at Ward Plaza: "Children in Hawai'i," winners on the 2001 Amateur Photo Contest, co-sponsored by Canon USA, KGMB-TV and KORI-Radio, featuring the first place, "Surprise!" by Kevin Matsumoto among the top 30 winners; through April 30. 522-5930.
The Contemporary Museum: "Drawing is Another Kind of Language," recent American drawings from a New York private collection, through June 10 and in the Video Gallery: "Political (S)Elections," two videos on American political life: "Political Advertisement 2000," with presidential ads from Eisenhower to George W. Bush documented by artists Antonio Muntadas and Marshall Reese; also "Spin," outtakes carried by satellite feeds with raw TV footage of the 1992 election before editing by the networks, through June 10. Call for daily viewing schedule. 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.
East-West Center Gallery, John A. Burns Hall: "Bamboo in Japanese Culture: Traditional, Ritual, Practical," more than 200 objects, curated by Nancy Moore Bess, loaned by the artists, Hawai'i collectors and the Honolulu Academy of Arts; through June 29. Group tours and information: 944-7584.
Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery: "The HPU Invitational," mixed-media exhibit of student, faculty and staff artists; through May 4. 544-0287.
Honolulu Academy of Arts: 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.
'Iolani Palace Galleries: exhibit of crowns, jewels, kahili, cloaks and sacred emblems; ongoing. 522-0832.
Island Treasures Art Gallery: works by San San Sun at Koko Marina and Warren Rapozo at both locations; ongoing. Kailua, 261-8131 and Koko Marina, 396-8827.
Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i Gallery: "Okage Sama De: I am what I am because of you;" ongoing. 945-7633.
John Young Museum of Art, Krauss Hall 002, UH-Manoa: artifacts from Asia, Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands and Africa; ongoing. 956-3634.
Ko'olau Gallery at Manoa Marketplace: "Under the 'Ulu Tree," acrylics by Vel Tong; through April 30. 988-4147.
Nohea Galleries: "Out of the Box!" local and national artisans show boxes in various media; Ward Warehouse, through May 15. 596-0074; also 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.
Ramsay Gallery: works by Ramsay; ongoing. 537-2787.
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.
Windward Community College, Gallery 'Iolani: "Stations: Endangered Native, Polynesian and Exotic Plants of Hawai'i," mixed-media exhibition; through May 4. 235-7346.
RESTAURANTS, ELSEWHERE
Assaggio Ristorante Italiano, Kailua: Oils and drawings by Edwin Kayton; through April 30. 261-2772.
Cafe Che Pasta: "The Unseen Forces Within," drawings and mixed-media exhibit by Jeff Dunn; through May 4, artist's reception April 23. 524-0004.
Contemporary Cafe at the Contemporary Museum: "drawn: Drawings by Artists of Hawai'i," works by 12 local artists; through June 3. 526-1322.
Hawai'i Tokai International College Library: "Transmigrations," recent oils, watercolors and collages by Jacqueline Chun; through May 25. 983-4146.
Honolulu International Airport, Y Concourse, 'Ewa end: "Hawai'i's Wood," display of bowls, musical instruments, furniture and art work in wood, sponsored by Hawai'i Forest Industry Association; through May 15.
Jaron's Restaurant: works by Thomas Deir; ongoing. 261-4600.
Pauahi Tower Mezzanine Gallery: "A Taste of God's Nature," works in watercolor, acrylic and oil by Arman Dapar and Maria O'Neill; through May 19.
University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Rooms 204 and 214, School of Architecture, Student Architectural Projects, completed within the past five years, sketches and models of community spaces, housing projects and urban design; through May 14. 956-3469.
Waialua Public Library: Sixth Annual Waialua High and Intermediate School Art Exhibit; through July 7. 637-4876.
Waikiki Grand Hotel: recent works by Anthony Randall; ongoing. 949-1863.
NEIGHBOR ISLANDS
Ka'ahumanu Shopping Center, Kahului, Maui: "Fifth Annual Art of Trash," juried exhibition of art from recycled material; through May 5. (808) 877-3369.
Kinipopo Fine Art Gallery, Wailua, Kaua'i: "Spring in Paradise," watercolors by Jennifer Roberts Almodova; through May 5. (808) 822-4356.
Puopelu Historic Home, Parker Ranch, Waimea, Big Island: "East Meets West," exhibit of oils, watercolors and serigraphs by Hon-Chew Hee; through Aug. 31. (808) 885-5433.
