Art Calendar
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Bead Society Meeting with June Dalde teaching the "Flowers of Venice" beading technique, 7 p.m. Wednesday, The Academy Art Center at Linekona; free. 623-5913.
"Arts First: Standards for Success," the Governor's Conference on Arts Education, with keynote speaker Evan Dobelle for teachers, artists, students and the general public, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Tapa Ballroom II, Hilton Hawaiian Village; $40. Pre-registration required by Wednesday. 956-8204.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
"Workshop In Soft Pastel," taught by Jason Chang and sponsored by the Pastel Artist's of Hawai'i, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. each day, Monday through Friday, The ARTS at Marks Garage; $195. 538-1052.
Japan Craft Artisans Program offers demonstrations and hands-on classes in sumi-e/calligraphy, doll-making and enameling/cloisonne, through Friday, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii. All demonstrations and classes are offered free of charge. Call the center for a complete schedule: 945-7633.
"Flower Garden Wire Sculptures" an Expression Session, taught by Dave Landry and Kim Chai, for children ages 5-12, 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Saturday, The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights; $5 children of members, $10 children of nonmembers. 526-1322.
OPENING
"Scratching the Surface," photographs and ceramics by Paul and Marie Kodama, opens today, through March 31, opening reception 1:30-3:30 p.m. today; Queen Emma Gallery. 537-7167.
"Garden Art," stained-glass Honu bench and tables by Jackie Graessle, opens Friday, through March 31; Ko'olau Gallery at Manoa Marketplace. 988-4147.
"I love workspace," multimedia exhibit of works by Duncan Dempster, Ari Eichelberger, Kris Higa, Ryan Higa and Cade Roster, opens Friday, through March 29, grand opening reception 6-9 p.m. Friday; workspace, 3624 Wai'alae Avenue. 621-6975.
"Photographs by Ric Noyle," opens Friday, through March 31, opening reception 6-8 p.m. Friday; The Canon Photo Gallery. 522-5930.
"Different Strokes ... a Ten-Year Retrospective ... 1992-2002," multimedia exhibit of works by Warren Stenberg, opens Saturday, through March 30, artist's reception 5-7 p.m. March 8; Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Art Gallery. 233-7323.
"Aerial Photography by Joseph D'Amore," including photographs of Hawai'i, New York, New Jersey, Colorado and Alaska, opens Saturday, through March 31, artist reception 3-5 p.m. March 9; Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 887-1052.
"Young at Art," 14th annual exhibit in celebration of "National Youth Art Month," multimedia exhibit of art from students in grades K-12, opens Saturday, through March 29, awards ceremony 10 a.m. Saturday; East Hawai'i Cultural Center, Hilo, Big Island. (808) 961-5711.
CLOSING
"Inspired Hands: Contemporary Works in Wood & Quilts," through today; Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului. (808) 242-2787.
"Sixth Annual Hawai'i Branch Employee Photo Contest," visit the gallery and vote for your favorite photograph of those on exhibit by eight of Canon's employees, winner announced at end of February, through Thursday; Canon Gallery at Ward Plaza. 522-5930.
"Hearts & Flowers," new prints and Valentine specials by Rosalie Prussing, through Thursday; Ko'olau Gallery at Manoa Marketplace. 988-4147.
"Reborn in Color," watercolors and oils by Deborah J. Pacheco, Arlene Woo and Frances, through Thursday; Assaggio's Restaurant, Kailua. 537-6534.
"Recent Works by Jay West," series of glass pieces displayed in an innovative manner, through Thursday; Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 885-7671.
"Worlds Within Worlds," exhibition of digital photography from thirteen international photographers; through Thursday; The Pacific Center of Photography, Wailuku, Maui. (808) 986-0686.
"Portraits of Kaua'i," paintings, prints and photographs, also video presentation "Oral History," from members of the Garden Island Arts Council; through Thursday; Kukui Grove Exhibition Hall, Lihu'e, Kaua'i. (808) 245-2898.
"Abstract Paintings by Judy Watson," through Friday; Commons Gallery, UH-Manoa. 956-6888.
"Pastels," exhibit of works by Jason Chang and Hawai'i pastel artists, through Friday, reception 5-7 p.m. Tuesday; Foyer and Hallway Gallery, The Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8700.
"Legend of the Dragon: Art and Artifacts from Vietnam and China," porcelains and ceramics from the collection of Phuong Tran, through Friday; Lobby Gallery, 1132 Bishop Street. 599-5009.
"New Ceramic Works by John Bade," crystal glazed bottles and wall sculptures, through Friday; Louis Pohl Gallery on Fort Street Mall. 566-6644.
"Artist Dino Miranda," exhibition of paintings, through Friday; Pacific American Gallery. 533-2836.
"Shadows Move Among Them," exhibition of black and white photographs by Al Benedict, through Friday; Gallery on the Pali. 526-1191.
"Na Leo 'Opio: Young Voices," works by students from Kamehameha Schools Art Club, through Friday; Aupuni Artwall at Native Books Kapalama. 841-2447.
"Japan Craft Artisans Program Exhibit," multimedia work by three master artisans: works in enamel by Kazuko Inomata, dolls by Yasuko Kikuchi and ink brush paintings by Yasuko Yamada along with some student work on display, through Saturday;; Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii Gallery. 945-7633.
"Recent works by Julie Kerns Schaper," batik style acrylic and watercolor paintings; through Saturday; Roy's Restaurant, Hawai'i Kai. 396-7697.
"Citizens' X," multimedia exhibit of six O'ahu artists: Jon Hamblin, Michael Harada, Keiko Hatano, Chika Iijima, Birgitta Leitner and Duane Preble, through next Sunday; Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8701.
"Posers: Figure Studies by Chuck Davis," pencil line and watercolor wash explorations of the human form, through next Sunday; Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8700.
"The Love of Art," works by the Digital Art Society of Hawaii, through next Sunday; Cafe Che Pasta. 524-0004.
"Lion Dance," black and white hand-printed photographs by Chris Mitts, through next Sunday; Teja. 735-9832.
ONGOING EXHIBITS
The ARTS at Marks Garage: "Suddenly, Crystal Clear," artworks chosen for the clarity of their subject or materials, through March 16. 521-2903.
bibelot gallery: "Remain in Light," new works in oil and charcoal by Russell Sunabe, through March 22. 738-0368.
Bishop Museum Kalia, at Hilton Hawaiian Village: Hawaiian cultural artifacts and hands-on activities area, ongoing. 947-2458.
The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center: "Site: Photographs by Timothy P. Ojile," Polaroid photos and prints; "Designing Salome: Set and Costume Designs by Thomas Woodruff," watercolors, drawings and scale-model set designs for the Hawai'i Opera Theatre; and "TRUST: an Installation by Anne Bush," multimedia installation, through April 23. 526-1322.
The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights: "Escape from the Vault: The Contemporary Museum's Collection Breaks Out" works from the museum's permanent collection, through March 24; also "The Human Family: A Work in Progress," continuation and additions to the ongoing video series focusing on "America's New War" as experienced by ordinary people, curated by Ann Brandman, in the Video Gallery through March 24 (Call for video program schedule). 526-1322.
East-West Center Gallery, John A. Burns Hall, UH-Manoa: "XiQu: the Beauty of Chinese Opera," costumes, headdresses, props, photographs, puppets and other artifacts, through April 6. 944-7111.
The Gallery at Ward Centre: "Manoa Houses," recent ink drawings by Roger Whitlock and "Teapots for Teatime," functional stoneware teapots and teacups by Jackie Thompson, through March 22; meet the artists reception 1-5 p.m. next Sunday. 597-8034.
Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery, Kane'ohe: "Angst," mixed-media exhibit with works by Stefan, Arnold Bornios, Sharon Hardie, Jason Nobriga and Scott Goto, through March 15. 544-0287.
Honolulu Academy of Arts: "Hawai'i Rainforests: Watercolors by Ben Norris," Holt Gallery, through March 10; "James A. Michener's Favorite Prints," selection of Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints, James A. Michener Gallery, Asian Wing, through March 17; "Japanese Woodblock Prints of the Meiji, Taisho and Showa Eras from the Philip Henry Roach, Jr. Collection," a rotating exhibit of modern prints, Gallery 13, Asian Wing, through March 17; "Pen, Pencil, and Brush: American Drawings and Watercolors from 1850 to 1950," Graphic Arts Gallery, through March 17; and "Understanding Islam: Religion, Culture and the Arts," Kina'u Court Gallery, through March 17; "Taish™ Chic: Japanese Romanticism and Art Deco (1900-1930)," exhibition of paintings, textiles, woodblock prints and decorative arts from the academy's permanent collection, Luce Pavilion Special Exhibition Gallery; through March 31. (Please note the academy's Pavilion Cafe will be closed for lunch Feb. 5-7 to host the American Association of Museum Director's annual conference.) 532-8701, 532-8700.
John Young Museum of Art, Krauss Hall 002, UH-Manoa: artifacts from Asia, Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands and Africa, ongoing. 956-3634.
Koa Gallery at Kapi'olani Community College: "Works by Helen Gilbert and Ken Bushnell" recipients of the 2002 Koa Awards, exhibit their paintings and sculpture, through March 9. 734-9375.
Louis Pohl Gallery: "In the beginning ... " Louis Pohl's "Bird Series" of hand-stamped monoprints, through April 30. 566-6644.
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.
RESTAURANTS, ELSEWHERE
The Contemporary Museum Cafe: "Common Sense," print portfolio exchange between Honolulu and Kona printmakers, through May 19. 526-1322.
Double Tree Alana Waik?k? Hotel: "Horizons & Windows," recent works by Patricia Carelli (Ebert), in the Mezzanine Gallery through April 26. 597-8108.
The Gallery at Coffeeline Campus Coffeehouse: "Na Leo 'Aina (Land Voices)," abstract paintings by Julie Laymon, Puni Kukahiko and Richard Estrella, through March 14; reception 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. 947-1615.
Native Books & Beautiful Things: "The Back Porch," with works in wood by Herb Kaneko, John Critchfield and Jim Lovell, through April 30. 591-9008.
Waialua Public Library: "The Art of Three North Shore Artists," oil paintings by Mary Maas, sculpture by Bernie Moriaz and three-dimensional art by Linda Fritz, through March 9, 637-4876.
NEIGHBOR ISLANDS
Mauna Kea Galleries, Kamuela, Big Island: "Huc Luquiens: Hawai'i 1881-1961," prints from the co-founder of the Honolulu Printmakers, through March 31. (808) 887-2244.
Parker Ranch, Historic Home Pu'uopelu, Waimea, Big Island: "The South Seas Exposition by Winston Conrad," photographs on display and for sale to benefit the Hawai'i Preparatory Academy Scholarship Fund, through March 30; admission to the homes is $8.50 for adults and $6 for children under 12. (808) 885-2302.
CALLS TO ARTISTS
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 until Thursday. Call for entry form and more information: 522-5930.
Honolulu Printmakers invites all print artists to submit up to four entries for the 74th Annual Exhibition held March 12-April 17. O'ahu artist entries accepted 2-6 p.m. March 8 at The Academy Art Center at Linekona; Neighbor Island entries are due March 6. Call for information: 536-5507.
Folk Arts Apprenticeship Awards, sponsored by the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, announce a deadline of March 15 for application for the program which provides funding of a master and student team for advance study. Master and student must apply together. Call 586-0306 for applications and further information.
Historic Hawai'i Foundation invites professional and amateur photographers to submit photo taken within the past five years of sites or buildings which are still standing and express the theme "built symbols of our Island's multicultural heritage." Deadline for submission of prints or slides in April 1. Call for information: 523-2900.
Honolulu Academy of Arts accepting applications for the "Artists of Hawai'i 2002" juried exhibit beginning Saturday, with works in all media and created by Hawai'i artists. Deadline for submission of slides is noon on April 13. Call for prospectus and information: 532-8715.
