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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Sunday, November 18, 2001

Art Calendar

Advertiser Staff

SPECIAL EVENTS

Art Exhibit and Sale, oil paintings by Hiroshi Tagami and Michael Powell, wood-turned bowls by Scott Sullivan, glass art and unique gifts by Babs Miyano-Young and ceramics by Lois Miyano Tselentis, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. today, La Pietra Hawai'i School for Girls; free admission. 922-2744.

"Pasko! Filipino Festival Day," music and dance performances, folk arts, craft demonstrations, children's activities centered on the traditions of the Philippines, 1-5 p.m. today, Honolulu Academy of Arts; reduced admission of $1 for adults, free for children under 12. 532-8700.

Lecture by Tetsuo Kusama on fiber arts in public architectural spaces, co-sponsored by UH Art Department, Hawaii Handweavers Hui and Temari, 4-6 p.m. today, Room 101, Art Building, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; free. 735-1860.

"Ukiyo-e," lecture on Japanese woodblock prints by Akihiro Aoagi and kimono design presentation by Yoko Ikeno, 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Room 127 Kopiko Building, Kapi'olani Community College, free; reception to follow at the Koa Gallery. 734-9375

"Meet the Artists Evening," hui partners and 20 guest artists offer demonstrations, storytelling and book and works signings with entertainment and refreshments, 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Native Books and Beautiful Things-Ward Warehouse; free. 841-0171.

Hawaii Photographic Society Meeting with slide contest and sharing of photographs and slides, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Makiki Recreation Center on Ke'eaumoku Street; free, newcomers welcome. 735-8550.

20th Annual World Art Bazaar, offering handcrafted baskets, masks, ceramics, textiles, folk art, ethnic fashion and jewelry from around the world for purchase, proceeds benefit the Academy programs, opens 10 a.m. Saturday, The Art Center at Linekona (a new location this year); available daily, except Mondays, through Dec. 9; free admission. 532-8700.

Roger Whitlock demonstrates his watercolor techniques, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Gallery at Ward Centre; free. 597-8034.


CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

"Make a Book" workshop with Rob Lucas, 10 a.m.-noon today, Academy Art Center at Linekona; $25 includes materials. 532-8741.

Acrylic Painting Classes taught by Patti Bruce, 10 a.m.-noon each Monday, beginning tomorrow through Dec. 10, at her studio, 24 Sand Island Access Road; $80 for four sessions plus supplies. 277-8497, 847-4770.

"Secrets of Drawing Good Cartoons," four-session class taught by Gary Hoff on the art of drawing comics, editorial cartoons and caricatures, 6-8 p.m. each Tuesday through Dec. 11, East Hawai'i Cultural Center, Hilo, Big Island; $55 tuition plus $20 for printing a limited edition comic book. (808) 961-5711, (808) 935-9085.

"Gesture, Outline & Mass," class led by Elfie Wilkins-Nacht on three approaches to drawing, open to all levels and especially useful to grade school teachers, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, East Hawai'i Cultural Center, Hilo, Big Island; $45 tuition includes supplies. (808) 961-5711, (808) 935-9085.

"Miniature Glass Vessels," two-session advanced glass workshop with instructor Eva Anderson, noon-4 p.m. Saturday and next Sunday, East Hawai'i Cultural Center, Hilo, Big Island; $115 tuition includes supplies. Call regarding prerequisite requirements: (808) 961-5711, (808) 935-9085.


OPENINGS

"Linoleum II: Desert Rose," works by John Koga, opens tomorrow, The Gallery at Coffeeline; through Dec. 13, opening reception Tuesday. 947-1615.

"Mixed Media Miniature III," third annual exhibit and sale of art on a small scale in a variety of media from local artists, opens Tuesday, Koa Gallery at Kapi'olani Community College; through Dec. 19, opening reception 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. 734-9375.

"Holiday Cheer!" gifts in a variety of media by local artists and crafters, opens Friday, The Gallery at Ward Center; through Dec. 29. 597-8034.

Wreath Exhibit, individual interpretations of the wreath in a variety of media by artists statewide, opens Friday, Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Big Island; through Jan. 2, opening weekend includes signing of prints and the book "Lehua" by Dietrich Varez, lei-making demonstrations and appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and next Sunday; events are free but park entrance fees apply. (808) 967-7565.


CLOSING

"Gods, Dolls & Fetishes," presented by the Garden Island Arts Council, through today; Kukui Grove Exhibition Hall. (808) 245-2733.

"Metaphoric Menagerie VI," animal masks created by University of Hawai'i students, through tomorrow; The Contemporary Cafe at the Contemporary Museum. 526-1322.

"Special Places," recent oil paintings by Susie Y. Anderson and "Threads: Glass, Fiber, Thoughts," new works in glass by Hugh Jenkins and Stephanie Ross, through Wednesday; The Gallery at Ward Center. 597-8034.

"Pacific Visions," rare art and artifacts of Polynesia, Micronesia, and other Pacific island groups, from the private collection of Caroline and Donald Yacoe, through Wednesday; 1132 Bishop Street, Lobby Exhibit area. 599-5009.

"9 x 6," nine works from six artists: digital imagery by Bobby Crockett, paintings by Denise DeVone, sculptures by Linda Gue, mixed-media works by Jinja Kim and Elizabeth Train and prints by Laura Smith, through Friday; Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery, Kane'ohe. 544-0287, 236-3567.

"My Everyday Life," pen and ink drawings by Shota Houri; through next Sunday; Queen Emma Gallery. 537-7167.


ONGOING EXHIBITS

Academy Art Center at Linekona: "Sea of Joy: New Works by James Kuroda;" through Nov. 30. 532-8742.

The ARTS at Marks Garage: "Toy" playthings, diversions and curious conceptions by thirteen artists; through Nov. 28. 521-2903.

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

Bishop Museum Kalia, at Hilton Hawaiian Village: Hawaiian cultural artifacts and hands-on activities area; ongoing. 949-4321.

Britton Gallery, Northshore Marketplace, displays art in various media by local artists; ongoing. 637-6505.

Canon Photo Gallery at Ward Plaza: "Gim'me a Shot!!! A Rhythm, Rock and Blues Experience," photographs of musicians and concerts by Eli J. Medellin, through Nov. 30. 522-5930.

Cedar Street Galleries: "Yesterday and Today," paintings, drawings and sketches by Madge Tennent and paintings by Chris Campbell; through Dec.1. 589-1580.

The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center: "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 Dec. 5. 526-1322.

The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights: "Pay Attention...I Hope You Learned Your Lesson: Works from the Collection of Laila Twigg-Smith," selections in many media 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.

East-West Center Gallery: "Barkcloth of Sulawesi, Indonesia: Asia-Pacific Connections," contemporary Sulawesi works from the Daniel Hale Collection plus Pacific Islands barkcloth (tapa) from the East-West Center Collection and loans from the Hawai'i community; through Jan. 6. 944-7111.

Gallery on the Pali: Hawaii Nikkor Camera Club Exhibit, display of photographs by club members; through Nov. 29. 526-1191.

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," two parallel sets of prints from Charles W. Bartlett displaying proofs of the 29 blocks used to create the finished print, Graphic Arts Gallery, through Jan. 6 and "Hawai'i Rainforests: Watercolor by Ben Norris," Holt Gallery, through Feb. 24. 532-8701, 532-8700.

Island Treasures Art Gallery: original photographs by Michael Stewart at both locations; ongoing. Kailua, 261-8131 and Koko Marina, 396-8827.

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

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, the Pacific islands and Africa; ongoing. 956-3634.

Kapi'olani Community College, Lama Library Lobby: "Ukiyo-e," Japanese Woodblock Prints by the Utagawa School of Artists of the 19th Century; through Dec. 14. 734-9375.

Ko'olau Gallery at Manoa Marketplace: "Orchid Garden," recent watercolors by Yasuko Abeshima, through Nov. 30. 988-4147.

Nohea Galleries: "One Good Turn," show of turned wood bowls; Ward Warehouse, through Nov. 30, proceeds of sales to benefit Aloha United Way, 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 Lynne Boyer and a work by Bill Braden; ongoing. 263-6438.

Polynesian Treasures: art and handicrafts from Hawai'i, Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Tahiti and New Zealand, also woodcarving and craft demonstrations; ongoing. Call for schedule: 637-1281, 637-1288.

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 Hawaii: Plein-air paintings by Dennis Morton; ongoing. 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.

University of Hawai'i Art Gallery, Art Building, UH-Manoa: "Theatre de la Mode," exhibit of miniature French fashion mannequins in theatre sets, from the post-World War II era; through Dec. 21. 956-6888.

RESTAURANTS, ELSEWHERE

Assaggio's Restaurant, Kailua: "Potpourri of Art," works by Nikki Linda Johnston; through Dec. 31. 261-4014.

Cafe Che Pasta: Photographs and silk screen prints by Mark Hamasaki; through Nov. 30. 524-0004.

Double Tree Alana Waikiki Hotel, Mezzanine Gallery: "Today's Artists with Tomorrow's Art," digital art from a group of local artists; through Jan. 5, reception 5-8 p.m. Nov. 30. 597-8108.

Honolulu Cafe: "Coffee with Artsmoshpere," works by Dorys Foltin, Korey Gulbrandson and Romy Scheroder; through Nov. 28. 533-1555.

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

Pauahi Tower, Second Floor Lobby: "Happy Windows," oil paintings by Yuan Y. Shaw; through Nov. 30. 531-2129.

Teja, Atrium Gallery: "Ka'aina Makanahele: The Untamed Land," black and white photographs by Rosemary Lane; through Dec. 2. 735-9832.

Waik?k? Grand Hotel: recent works by Anthony Randall; ongoing. 949-1863.

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


NEIGHBOR ISLANDS

East Hawai'i Cultural Center, Hilo, Big Island: All Hawai'i Juried Art Exhibition and Invitational, art in many media juried by Darrell Orwig; through Nov. 30. (808) 961-5711, (808) 935-9085.

Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island: Kaha Ki'i by Rosemary Miller, works in various media including pastels and watercolors; through Nov. 30. (808) 885-7671.


CALLS TO ARTISTS

Koa Gallery at Kapi'olani Community College seeks art from O'ahu residents for the Jan. 15-Feb. 9 exhibit entitled "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 their aftermath. Limit of two entries, with a $5 entry fee per work. Call for a prospectus and for instructions for students and Neighbor Island artists: 734-9375.

Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden seeks three-dimensional art in their "Frogs and Garden Critters Art Contest." Prizes in five age categories and winners' art on display during December at the Garden Visitor Center. Deadline: 4 p.m. Saturday. 233-7323.

The ARTS at Marks Garage calls for original handmade Christmas ornaments to be sold at Marks Garage art center beginning Dec. 5 to benefit the arts programs at Marks Garage and Hawai'i craftspersons. Deadline for submissions is 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 26. 848-7110.

The Gallery at Ward Centre seeks portfolios of Hawai'i 3-D artists for gallery membership. Deliver resume, photos of works in progress and samples of recent works to the Gallery. 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.

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 between Dec. 1 and Feb. 28. Call 522-5930.

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

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.

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

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.

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.