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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Sunday, July 22, 2001

Art Calendar

Advertiser Staff

SPECIAL EVENTS

Hale'iwa Arts Festival, art works on display, musicians, dancers, storytellers, keiki art activities, food booths, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. today, Hale'iwa Beach Park; free. 637-2277.

"Getting Along with Bread," exhibit of 10 winners of a children's drawing contest in Japan, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, Third Floor Gallery, Honolulu Hale; free. 523-4674.

"Water-base Monotypes," demonstration by George Woollard on the use of inks, paints and crayons in making monotypes, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Academy Art Center at Linekona; free. 536-5507.

Gallery Talk, by artists exhibiting in "Hawai'i Old and New," 10:30 a.m. Thursday, The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center; free. Reservations requested: 526-1322.

The Arts at Marks Garage Grand Opening, celebrate the official opening with food, silent auction, wearable art fashion show, theatrical and jazz entertainment, and "Bad Poetry Competition," 5-10 p.m. Friday, The Arts at Marks Garage and surrounding streets; $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 521-2903.

Family Open House, hands on ceramics, street and mural painting, music and dance workshops, woodworking, fabric printing, poetry and storytelling, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, The Arts at Marks Garage; free. 521-2903.

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

Japanese Enameling & Cloisonne Workshop, lectures, demonstrations and hands-on projects taught by Kazuko Inomata, 5-8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday,Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii; $40 for one night or $60 for both nights for members, $50 for one night or $70 for both nights for non-members. Registration required: 945-7633.

Cloisonne and Silver Clay workshops, four-session workshop taught by Kazuko Inomata, 5-8 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. next Sunday and 5-8 p.m. Aug. 4 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 5, Academy Art Center at Linekona; $100 for all four sessions plus $50 materials fee. 532-8741.

Lei Wili Class, creation of fresh flower lei, taught by Darleen Kiefer, 9:30 a.m.-noon each Saturday through Aug. 25, Mission Houses Museum; $20 members, $25 non-members. Reservations required. 531-0481.

Elderhostel Program at the Honolulu Academy of Arts, opens registration for Hawai'i residents and non-residents, 55 years or older, for three sessions: Oct. 28-Nov. 3, Feb. 10-16, 2002 and March 10-16, 2002. Program includes gallery talks, slide lectures and field trips focusing on the art of Asia and the Pacific. $400 fee for residents which includes meals, lectures, field trips, etc. but no hotel accommodations; $658 for non-residents or those needing accommodations. 532-3666.

DOCENT TRAINING

The Bishop Museum opens training for volunteer guides. The 10-week class, taught by Kumu John Keola Lake, will begin on June 23 and continue each Saturday through Sept. 1. 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

"Salon Des Refuses — Artists of Hawai'i 2001," exhibition of works rejected by the Academy's juried exhibit, opens today, through Aug. 26; Island Art Gallery, Downtown, 528-4232 and Island Art Gallery, Waikiki, 979-4902.

"Aquachess," new drawings by Tasmin Morningstar McCoy, opens tomorrow, The Gallery at Coffeeline; through Aug. 16, opening reception 5-7 p.m. tomorrow. 947-1615.

"timetime (time after time)," exhibit of fabric art and works on paper by Ann Asakura and Morris Umeno, opens Tuesday, bibelot gallery; through Aug. 24, opening reception 5:30-7:30 Tuesday. 738-0368.

"Un-Tech," multimedia, prints and sculpture by Peter Chamberlain, opens Wednesday, @ the UnDergROUND; through Aug. 25, opening reception 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday. 595-6377.

"Focus: New Work," paintings in various media by Chuck Davis and "Red, White and 'Boo," white crackle raku vessels with red lacquer covers and bamboo handles and other works by Ken Kang, opens Saturday, The Gallery at Ward Centre; through Aug. 24. 597-8034.

CLOSING THIS WEEK

"Baby Faces," hand-colored photographs of children by Laurie Breeden Callies, shown in conjunction with the musical "Cinderella," through today; Diamond Head Theatre Art Gallery. 733-0274.

"The Art of Solomon," works in various media by Solomon Ribello; through today; Windward Mall, Sears Wing. 235-1143.

"Evolution(s)," mixed-media works by Ellen Leo and "Untitled," oil stick on paper and intaglio by Saba Daraee, through Friday; Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery, Windward Campus. 544-0287.

"Ridgelines," recent watercolors by Roger Whitlock and "Menagerie," sculptural works by Jodi Endicott, through Friday; The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.

"Ho'o Pa Hu Hu," works by Imai Kalahele, first year anniversary exhibit, through Saturday; Aupuni Artwall at Native Books Kapalama. 841-2447.

"Francis Haar: the Japan Years (1940-1960)," black and white photography; extended through Saturday; Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i Gallery. 945-7633.

"The Sky's the Limit," Association of Hawai'i Artists show juried by John Wisnosky and Daisy Holzman, through Saturday; Ho'omaluhia Botanical Gardens Art Gallery. 395-3238.

"Paths in Clay," ceramic art by Toshiko Takaezu and David Kuraoka; through next Sunday; Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui. (808) 242-2787.

ONGOING EXHIBITS

Academy Arts Center at Linekona: "Young People's Summer 2001 Exhibition," art work created by students enrolled in the Art Center's summer school program; through Aug. 7. 532-8741.

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; also 'A Canoe, carved wood 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: "Events That Save Babies," photographs by Dave Livingston of "Walk America," the March of Dimes community fund-raiser; through July 31. 522-5930.

The Contemporary Museum: Fifth Biennial Exhibition of Hawai'i Artists, presents a mixed-media installation by Ben Kikuyama, photographs and sculptural objects by Hugh Russell, color photographs by Suzanne K. Saylor, paintings by Masami Teraoka, drawings by Kaori Ukaji and video work by Fae Yamaguchi; through Aug. 12. 526-1322.

The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center: "Recent Works by Pia Stern," oils on canvas; "Ontogeny Recapitulates Phylogeny: Recent Works by Stephen Freedman," ceramics; and "Hawai'i: Old and New," images of Hawai'i's buildings and landmarks in a variety of media; through Sept. 5. 526-1322.

East-West Center Gallery, John A. Burn Hall: "Ni-Vanuatu: People in Touch with their Natural Environment," photographic exhibition featuring Bosen Napu's images of Hawai'i in 2001 and David Becker's photographs of traditional Vanuatu, also masks, carvings, mats and other item from Vanuatu augment the photography; through Oct. 5. 944-7612.

Gallery on the Pali: "Salon Des Refuse's--Artists of Hawai'i 2001," exhibition of works rejected by the Academy's juried exhibit; through Aug. 24. 526-1191,

Hale'iwa Art Gallery: Works by Keoni Montes, portraits of Polynesia and featuring his book, "Surf's Up for Kimo;" through Aug. 3. 637-3368.

Honolulu Academy of Arts: "Tropical Energy: Recent Ceramic Sculptures and Drawings by Jun Kaneko," displayed on the front lawn, courtyards, Gallery 3 of the Graphics Art Gallery and in the Luce Pavilion; through Aug. 12; "Artists of Hawai'i 2001," annual multimedia exhibition of art from the Hawaiian artistic community juried by Arnold L. Lehman, Henry R. Luce Gallery; through Aug. 26; "Invited Artists: Paul Kodama, Franco Salmoiraghi and Shuzo Uemoto," companion photography exhibition in conjunction to the "Artist's of Hawai'i" exhibit, First Floor, Henry R. Luce Wing; through Aug. 26; "Tea Artistry of the Urasenke Grand Master," selected items by contemporary Japanese artists reflecting the taste of Grand Tea Master, Dr. Soshitsu Sen, and his father and paintings, calligraphy, ceramics, bronzes and lacquers, Second Floor Galleries, Western Wing; through Sep. 2; "Pupu o Ni'ihau: An Exhibition of Ni'ihau Shell Lei," traditional and modern styles, Holt Hawai'i Gallery, Luce Pavilion, through Sept. 30; "Korean Fashion from the Collection of Ewha Womans University Museum," inaugural exhibit of textiles, Asian Temporary Exhibition Gallery, through Oct. 28. 532-8700.

Honolulu Hale Courtyard Gallery: Chinese Brush Painting, by the Precious Ink Chamber Association; through Aug. 3. 523-4674.

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

Island Art Gallery, Aloha Tower Marketplace: "The Pali and Beyond," works by Lance Fairly; through Aug. 15. 536-5369.

Island Treasures Art Gallery: carved Hawaiian implements by Gary Goodhue and work by Sue Stagner 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: "Color My World," recent batiks by Julie Kerns Schaper; through July 31. 988-4147.

Nohea Galleries: "Watercolors and Collage" by Gay Jefferson; Ward Warehouse, through July 30, 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: new oil seascapes by Linda Briggs and original oils by Cathy Cranford; ongoing. 263-6438.

Pacific American Gallery: "Salon Des Refuse's--Artists of Hawai'i 2001," exhibition of two works rejected by the Academy's juried exhibit; through Aug. 26. 533-2836.

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.

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

Sunshine Arts Hawai'i, Kane'ohe: "New Plein Air Paintings by Dennis Morton;" through July 31. 239-2992.

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

American Savings Bank, 1357 Kapi'olani: "Salon Des Refuse's--Artists of Hawai'i 2001," exhibition of works rejected by the Academy's juried exhibit, sponsored by Honolulu Art Gallery; through Aug. 26. 955-5250.

Assaggio's Restaurant, Kailua: Works by Virginia Peters, Geri Seibel and Dolores Manijo, recent works in various media; through Aug. 31. 261-2772.

Bogart's Cafe: "Color Romanticism" recent oils by Mike Breen; through Aug. 31. 739-0999.

Che Pasta Cafe Gallery: acrylic and watercolor painting by Rafal Cholodzinski; through Aug. 4. 524-0004.

The Contemporary Cafe at The Contemporary Museum: "Journey: Recent Paintings by Linda Fong," abstract landscapes; through Oct. 14. 526-1322.

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

Roy's Restaurant: "Paintings and Prints of Al Furtado;" through Aug. 11. 396-7697.

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

Wailua Public Library: Works by Cheryl Ruddach, Nikki Johnston and Patrice Federspiel; through Oct. 31. 637-4876.

Zoo Fence Art Mart, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.-noon Tuesdays; ongoing. 946-7282.

NEIGHBOR ISLANDS

Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island: Works by David B. Gomes and Noel Al-Khatib, a tandem father and daughter show in various media, presented by the Waimea Arts Council; through July 31. (808) 885-7671.

Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center, Makawao, Maui: "Almost Like a Buddha," paintings and prints by Lali Groth and "River Justice," mixed media installation by Nancy Skrimstad; through Aug. 4; also "The Arts of Life for Maui Youth Art Exhibit," works produced by youth ages 13-18 who participated in an art program designed for youth at risk; through Aug. 18. (808) 572-6560.

Kukui Grove Center Exhibition Hall, Lihu'e, Kaua'i: "Chairs II," juried show in various media on the theme of chairs; through Aug. 11. (808) 245-2733.

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.

Volcano Art Center Gallery, Big Island: "Hawaiian Nature Quilts," exhibition of traditional and contemporary quilts by nine Big Island quilters; through Aug. 27. National Park entrance fees apply. (808) 967-7565.

CALLS TO ARTISTS

'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.

Art Kaua'i 2001 calls for works, by current or new members of the Kaua'i Society of Artists, in any medium for the juried Aug. 24-Oct. 12 exhibit. Up to five entries per artist accepted, $5 per entry. Entries accepted 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 19 at Kukui Grove Exhibition Hall. (808) 332-7776.

Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center, Makawao, Maui seeks works for their Sept. 28-Oct. 27 show, "Parts!" juried Sally French. Works in all media combinations that include one or more parts from a vehicle will be received 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 14. (808) 572-6560, ext. 4.

Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center, Makawao, Maui accepting entries for their Dec. 7 2001-Feb. 2, 2002 juried Plein Air exhibit. All work must be painted in the open air by full or part-time residents of Hawai'i. Slides due by Oct. 19. (808) 572-6560, ext. 4.

The Tubac Center of the Arts in Arizona calling for entries for the Feb 16-March 17, 2002 17th Annual Arizona Aqueous juried exhibit. Slide entries for works of water-based media on a paper product accepted through Nov. 1. Maximum of four entries, $15 each. (520) 398-2371.

Hawai'i Handweavers' Hui invites participation in the juried exhibit for mid-May 2002, "Home Is Where the Art Is." Handwoven works in any medium for use, functional, conceptual or decorative, in the home will be considered. Deadline: May 2002. Call for prospectus: 591-8539.

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.

Hali'imaile General Store, Maui seeks art for display. Call between 9:30 and 11 a.m. for an appointment to show portfolio; ongoing. (808) 572-2666.

C & G Restaurant on Merchant Street seeks local artist to exhibit works on a theme of old downtown Honolulu (other themes considered); ongoing. 538-3181, 737-2403.

@ the UnDergROUND seeks submissions by emerging artists. Works in all mediums which may be deemed progressive and cutting edge; ongoing. 595-6377, 348-0591.

Britton Gallery, Northshore Marketplace, seeks fine arts and crafts reflecting Polynesian culture and island living, ongoing. 637-6505.

Che Pasta Cafe 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 them, ongoing. Call for appointment: 263-6438.