Art Calendar
Advertiser Staff
SPECIAL EVENTS
Free First Sunday, new program of free admission to the academy on the first Sunday of each month begins 1-5 p.m. today, Honolulu Academy of Arts; through Dec. 1, 2002. In addition, the Teachers Free program begins today and continues daily, except Mondays and holidays, through Dec. 31, 2002, for teachers with identification; free. 532-8700.
"Impressions," annual open studio from the Honolulu Printmakers includes etchings, lithograph, relief and screen prints by Hawai'i artists, featuring the work of Maile Yawata, 1-4 p.m. today, Academy Art Center at Linekona; free admission. 536-5507.
20th Annual World Art Bazaar, proceeds benefit the academy's programs, daily except Mondays through Dec. 9, the Art Center at Linekona; free admission. 532-8700.
"Ke Ahupua'a," dedication of a sculpture by Nicholas Bleecker, 9 a.m. Thursday, 'Aikahi Elementary School, Kailua; free. 586-0307.
Holiday Tour and Tea Party, highlighting the Medieval and Renaissance galleries, performance by the Angel Harp Ensemble, tea and light refreshments, 2-4 p.m. Dec. 13, Honolulu Academy of Arts; $8 non-members, $6 members, seniors and military. Reservations required by this Thursday. 532-8726.
Handmade Pots Sale, students display their ceramics for sale, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 'Iolani Building, Windward Community College; free admission. 235-7323.
Holiday Studio Sale, ceramics by Jeff Lee, paintings, prints and greeting cards, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, M. Goodwill — Fine Arts, 68-474 Crozier Drive, Mokule'ia; free admission. 637-8934.
Christmas Party and Sale, live entertainment, hayrides with Santa, glaze and fire your own raku pottery, visit with Patrick Ching or shop for pottery and native plants, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Naturally Hawaiian Gallery, Waimanalo; free admission. 259-5354.
Roger Whitlock demonstrates his watercolor techniques, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Gallery at Ward Centre; free. 597-8034.
"The Greatest Little Show in Town," paintings and images for sale, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Fine Arts Hawaii, Restaurant Row; free admission. 536-8820.
DOCENT TRAINING
The Bishop Museum trains volunteer guides. The 10-week classes teach Hawaiian culture and the history of the museum's artifacts. Tuition is $300 with some assistance available. Call for information: 848-4180.
The Honolulu Academy of Arts conducts interviews for Japanese language speakers interested in training as docents. Applicants must speak English and Japanese fluently and have an interest in art and culture. Call for an application: 532-3666.
OPENINGS
"Public Places ... Private Moments," photographs by Linda Hosek, opens today, Hawai'i Pacific Art Gallery, Kane'ohe; through Jan. 25, opening reception 4-6 p.m. today. 544-0287.
"A Tear and a Joy," drawings by Sonchai Nisayaphantha, opens today, Queen Emma Gallery; through Dec. 26. 537-7167.
"V/O," exhibit of small mixed-media table by Roy Venters and abstract painting by Timothy P. Ojile, opens today, the Pegge Hopper Gallery; through Jan. 4, reception 5-7 p.m. today. 524-1160.
"The Cat's Pajamas," clothing and accessories from the 1920s presented by students of Carol D'Angelo in the Apparel Product Design and Merchandising program, opens today, Costume Collection Gallery, Miller Hall Room 112, UH-Manoa; through Dec. 19, reception noon-4 p.m. today. 956-2245.
"Works by Arna Johnson and Geralyn Gamarillo," images from two Hawaiian photographers, opens tomorrow, Canon Photo Gallery; through Dec. 30, reception 6-8 p.m. tomorrow. 522-5930.
"A Quarter-Century Retrospective," ceramics and oil paintings by Ron Petty, opens tomorrow, CafŽ Che Pasta Gallery; through Jan. 4. 524-0004.
"Muse: Photography by Jayson Tanega," fashion photography, opens Tuesday, Teja Atrium Gallery; through Dec. 30, reception Tuesday. 735-9832.
"La Bella Figura," watercolors by George Woollard and his students from a painting retreat in Italy, opens Thursday, Second Floor Gallery, the Academy Art Center at Linekona; through Dec. 30. 532-8741.
"Frogs and Garden Critters," artworks in many media, opens Saturday, Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Art Gallery; through Dec. 29. 233-7323.
"Plein Air," statewide exhibit juried by Kevin MacPherson, opens Saturday, Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center, Makawao, Maui; through Feb. 2, reception 6-8 p.m. Friday. (808) 572-6560.
CLOSING
"Ka'Aina Makanahele: The Untamed Land," black and white photographs by Rosemary Lane, through today; Teja Atrium Gallery. 735-9832.
"Nahenahe: Recent Paintings by Robert Kushner," "Memento Mori: Recent Works by Mark Kadota" and "Small Works on Paper: Saba Daraee, Sanit Khewhok, Jinja Kim and Rebecca Ramos," through Wednesday; The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center. 526-1322.
"Hiroki Morinoue Retrospective: Works on Paper," exhibit in various media of the Big Island artist, through Saturday; Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui. (808) 242-2787.
"Aloha Ia No Maui: For the Love of Maui," works by Maui County high school students, a juried exhibit presented by Na Mele O Maui, through next Sunday; Maui Marriott Resort, Ka'anapali, Maui. (808) 661-3271.
ONGOING EXHIBITS
Art and Antiques on the Mall, Fort Street Mall: Work of Louis Pohl, selection of notecards, posters, books and original works; ongoing. 591-0606.
bibelot gallery: "Amazing Grace Rock'n Around the Christmas Tree," annual holiday show and sale of handcrafted pieces from local artists; through Dec. 24. 738-0368.
Britton Gallery, Northshore Marketplace, displays art in various media by local artists; ongoing. 637-6505.
The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights: "Pay Attention ... I Hope You Learned Your Lesson: Works from the Collection of Laila Twigg-Smith," selections from the personal collection of this late local arts patron; through Jan. 6. Also, "The Human Family: a Work in Progress," selected videos including "The Arab Diaries," "Shroud of Silence" and "9.11," in the Video Gallery; through Jan. 6. Call for film schedule. 526-1322.
Diamond Head Theatre Art Gallery: "Holiday Shopping Off the Walls," prints for sale by Peggy Chun, Garry Palm, Maile Kaiai, Holly K and others; through Dec. 16. 733-0274.
East-West Center Gallery: "Barkcloth of Sulawesi, Indonesia: Asia-Pacific Connections," contemporary works from the Daniel Hale Collection plus barkcloth (tapa) from the East-West Center Collection and loans from the Hawai'i community; through Jan. 6. 944-7111.
The Gallery at Ward Center: "Holiday Cheer!" gifts in a variety of media by local artists and crafters; through Dec. 29. 597-8034.
Gallery on the Pali: "Seeing Beyond Seeing: Taoist Wisdom, Photography and the Art of Living," photographs by a group responding to the book by Sam Shapiro and Philippe Gross; through Dec. 15. 526-1191.
A Gift for All Seasons Gallery: "Deck the Walls," original paintings, jewelry, ceramics and works in glass and wood from local artists; through Dec. 31. 737-9038.
Honolulu Academy of Arts: "Remains of a Rainbow: Rare Plants and Animals of Hawai'i," photographs from nature by David Littschwager and Susan Middleton, Second Floor Galleries, Western Art Wing, through Dec. 30; "Beauties of Nature: Selections from the Shanghai Museum," paintings from the late Qing dynasty and pieces of jade from Neolithic times through the 19th century, Sullivan Gallery, through Dec. 30; "A Printmaker in Paradise: The Life and Art of Charles W. Bartlett," woodblock prints, paintings and watercolors of the former Hawai'i resident, Luce Pavilion Gallery, through Jan. 6; "The Hour of Prayer: a Portfolio of Progressive Proofs," prints from Charles W. Bartlett displaying proofs of the 29 blocks used to create the finished print, Graphic Arts Gallery, through Jan. 6; "Hawai'i Rainforests: Watercolor by Ben Norris," Holt Gallery, through Feb. 24; and "Understanding Islam: Religion, Culture and the Arts," Kina'u Court Gallery, through March 17. 532-8701, 532-8700.
Island Art Galleries: "A Surprise Galore!" Holiday art show and sale of paintings by local artists; through Dec. 26. 536-5369.
Koa Gallery, Kapi'olani Community College: Mixed-Media Miniature III, local artists exhibit works on a small scale; through Dec. 19. 734-9375.
Ko'olau Gallery, Manoa Marketplace: "Manoa Rainbow," holiday specials and miniature originals by Island artists; through Dec. 31. 988-4147.
Leeward Community College, Foyer Gallery: "For the Love of Barbie," depictions of Barbie by Ann Oshita, in various media; through Dec. 13. 455-0613.
Nohea Galleries: art in various media from local artists, 'Ohana Reef Towers Hotel, ongoing, 926-2224 and Moana Surfrider Hotel, ongoing. 923-6644.
Pacific American Gallery: "Portraits of Tahiti," photographic images by Jon Mozo' through Dec. 17. 533-2836, 845-8844.
Ramsay Gallery: "Corky's Icons," exhibit of original cartoons by Corky Trinidad of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin, also works by Ramsay; both ongoing. 537-2787.
Robyn Buntin's Oceania Gallery: Exhibition and sale of paintings and prints by Charles W. Bartlett; through Dec. 24. 545-5572.
University of Hawai'i Art Gallery, Art Building, UH-Manoa: "Theatre de la Mode," miniature French fashion mannequins in theater sets, from the post-war era; through Dec. 21. 956-6888.
Windward Community College Gallery 'Iolani: "A Christmas Fantasy," art and craft items created by students; through Dec. 15. 235-7346.
CALLS TO ARTISTS
The Gallery at Ward Centre seeks portfolios of Hawai'i 3-D artists for membership. Deliver resume, photos of works in progress and samples of recent works. Deadline: Dec. 31. 597-8034.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Coalition announces call for original art works completed within the past two years for the juried multimedia exhibition "Living Harmony ..." to be held in January. All categories and mediums on the theme "Living Harmony" are sought. Submissions: 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 5 at Honolulu Hale; $25 for each three entries. 395-4612.
Koa Gallery at Kapi'olani Community College seeks art from O'ahu residents for the Jan. 15-Feb. 9 exhibit "9-11, Response and Remembrance." Work must have been created since Sept. 11, 2001, and reflect the artist's concerns, response or remembrance of the events of that day and the aftermath. Limit of two entries, with a $5 entry fee per work; student entries are free. Deadline: Jan. 15. Call for a prospectus and for instructions for students and Neighbor Island artists: 734-9375.
Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center, Makawao, Maui, is accepting applications for the 2002 Solo Shows, held July 5-Aug. 10, for Maui artists to present a complete body of work. Application deadline: Jan. 15. (808) 572-6560, ext. 4.
National Park Service is accepting applications for the Isle Royale (Michigan) National Park's 2002 Artist-in-Residence Program. Resident artists (writers, composers, visual and performance) live and work in the park for 2-3 week stays from mid-June through early Sept. 2002. Deadline is Feb. 16. Call for application instructions: (906) 482-0984.
Canon U.S.A. Inc., Hawaii Branch announces the 2002 Amateur Photo Contest. Up to three original photographic prints from Hawai'i residents, taken between Jan. 1, 2001 and Feb. 28, 2002, on the theme "Flowers in Hawai'i," may be submitted before Feb. 28. Call for entry form and more information: 522-5930.
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; ongoing. Call for appointment: 263-6438.
