Art Calendar
SPECIAL EVENTS
| • | The Downtown Art Show
One hundred of the finest visual artists in Hawai'i will participate in "The Downtown Art Show" in the exhibit space at 1132 Bishop St. through Dec. 19. The tour de force exhibit is also a benefit sale for the Hawai'i Consortium for the Arts and the Koa Gallery. A ticketed auction and special event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 21. For information, call 599-5009 or 734-9375. |
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"Arts of the Philippines: Diversity, Creativity and Excellence," lecture by George Ellis, former director of the Honolulu Academy of Arts, on the influence of trade with Asia and the West on the cultural development of Philippine art, 4 p.m. today, Doris Duke Theatre at the Academy. 532-8700.
Art Party/Auction, art by local artists with potluck pupu and entertainment, 4-9 p.m. today, Studio One Art Gallery; $10 donation benefits the Captain's Club. 550-8701.
"Through the Ages: A Cartier Perspective," talk by Kellyn Kubo of Cartier on pieces selected from the Doris Duke collection with a short video on jewelry-making at the Cartier studio, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Doris Duke Theatre at the Academy; free. 532-8700.
WOW! (Wailea on Wednesday), meet artist Sue Perry, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Lahaina Galleries at Wailea, Maui; free admission. (808) 874-8583.
The Bead Society, monthly meeting with Christmas decoration demonstrations, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Academy Art Center at Linekona; free. 254-1388.
Hawaii Photographic Society, monthly meeting with the annual photo equipment jam, 7 p.m. Wednesday, room 203, Academy Art Center at Linekona; free. 864-2685.
Art in the Village, art signings, talk story and demonstrations, pupu and hula, sponsored by the art galleries at Whalers Village, 6-10 p.m. Thursdays, Whalers Village, Ka'anapali, Maui; free. (808) 661-4567.
"Gods and Mortals: Musical Instruments in Marquesan History," Jane Moulin presents a slide lecture on island legends, instrument decoration and Marquesan vocabulary, 7 p.m. Thursday, Hawaiian Missions Children's Society Library, Mission Houses Museum; free. 531-0481.
The Downtown Art Show, works by local artists available by auction, 5-8 p.m. Friday, The Exhibit Space, 1132 Bishop St.; $20 singles, $30 couples, $150 for two including an artwork. 587-5808, 734-9374.
"Surf," art exhibition and auction of art on surf boards to benefit the Jason Bogle Cancer Foundation, 6-10 p.m. Friday, In4mation, Ward Warehouse; free admission. 597-1447.
"Friday night is art Night," 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, at Lahaina Galleries' two venues on Front Street, Lahaina, Maui; free. (808) 667-2152.
Painting Demonstration, by local artists, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, The Gallery at Ward Centre; free. 597-8034.
Tagami and Powell's Art Show and Sale, new paintings by Michael Powell, Hiroshi Tagami and Mary Spears, with wood bowls, glass art, jewelry and ceramics, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Nov. 23, La Pietra Hawaii School for Girls courtyard; free admission.
OPENING
Leeward Young Artists Award Winners, 10th annual exhibit of art by students from the Leeward coast, sponsored by the Estate of James Campbell, opens Wednesday, through Dec. 3; Kapolei Hale.
"In Focus: A Hawai'i Photography Invitational," prints juried by Jim and Cherye Pierce from Hawai'i photographers, opens Thursday, through Jan. 11; Graphic Arts Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
CLOSING
Crossings 2003: Korea/Hawai'i, multimedia exhibit from contemporary Korean artists, through today; The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights. 526-1322.
"Reflections of Two Worlds: A Korean American Heritage — Metal work by Komelia Hongja Okim," silver and mixed-metal sculptures and silver hollow ware and figurative forms, through today; Graphics Arts Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
Ten Years of the KOA Award, multimedia exhibition of works by former winners of the college's KOA Awards, through Thursday; Koa Gallery at Kapi'olani Community College. 734-9375.
"The Place I Live In," collaborative print project between 10 artists from the Honolulu Printmakers and 10 artists from Pro-Graph of the Netherlands, through Friday; Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery, Kane'ohe. 544-0287.
D'Angelo and Doi Collaboration, mixed-media works by Carol D'Angelo and Dexter Doi, through Saturday; CafŽ Che Pasta. 524-0004.
ONGOING EXHIBITS (listed by closing date)
"Vintage Hawaii I," new paintings by Susie Y. Anderson and Paintings by Doug Young; "Kalakoa," jewelry by Charlene Tashima and Joel Park; and "Cobalt Blue," decorative ceramic objects by Esther Nowell; through Nov. 25; The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.
Surf Photography, action shots by John Bilderback, through Nov. 26; Canon Photo Gallery. 522-5930.
"Pastel Seven: Diversities," pastels from seven local artists, through Nov. 26; The Gallery on the Pali. 595-4047.
"The Happy Show," multimedia exhibit of contemporary and nontraditional views of happiness, through Nov. 29; The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.
"Stenberg Paints Eclectic," recent oils, acrylics and mixed-media pieces by Warren Stenberg, through Nov. 29 with an artist painting demonstration 1-3 p.m. each Sunday; Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Gallery, Kane'ohe. 262-8306.
Mary Mitsuda: Recent Paintings, through Nov. 29; Studio 1 Gallery. 550-8701.
"Diamond Head to Kewalo," watercolors by Larry Segedin and "Symbiotic Sea Form," puzzle murals by John Bade and small sculptures by Janice Brown, through Nov. 30; Smith Street Galleries. 521-1812.
Ka Wehena, contemporary Hawaiian art from Ka Maka O Ka Ihe, UH-Manoa Hawaiian student art organization, through Nov. 30; Aupuni Artwall — Native Books. 596-8885.237-7165.
"Images in Gouache," works by Norman Nagai, through Nov. 30; Tradewinds Gallery. 236-2787.
"Aloha Aina," photographic images from the students at Kamakau School, through Nov. 30; Pacific Traditions Gallery. 531-5122.
"Dancers II," prints, etchings and watercolors by Joan Allen, through Nov. 30; Ko'olau Gallery. 988-4147.
"He Aloha No Alala," images and text from high school students at Ke Kula 'o Samuel M. Kamakau Laboratory Public Charter School, through Nov. 30, Peace, Justice & Reconciliation Gallery. 247-0997.
Works by Van Van Gorder, ink paintings, brush works and pencil drawings, through Nov. 30; Mezzanine Gallery at Pauahi Tower. 537-6838.
Works by Peter Hayward and Brady Churchill, through Nov. 30; Cedar Street Galleries. 589-1580.
Works by Wayne Abe, through Nov. 30; Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific Art Wall. 566-3790.
Works by Page Chang, oil paintings, through Nov. 30, Livingston Galleries, Ka'a'awa. 237-7165.
New Works by Andy Kay and Ira Ono, paintings and collages, through Dec. 3; Atelier 4 Fine Art Gallery. 524-3552.
"The Marquesas: Two Centuries of Cultural Traditions," historical and cultural artifacts, tapa cloth, wood, ivory, bone and coconut carvings, musical instruments, jewelry and photographs, through Dec. 4; Mission Houses Museums, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; admission to exhibition: $6, admission to exhibition and guided tour of the homes: $12. 531-0481.
"Wrappings of Happiness: a Traditional Korean Art Form," exhibit of textiles from the largest private collection from the Museum of Korean Embroidery in Seoul, South Korea, through Dec. 7; Asian Temporary Exhibition Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"The Wright Stuff," an interactive exhibit celebrating 100 years of flight beginning with the Wright Brothers, with photographs, artifacts and models, through Dec. 17; Gallery 'Iolani, Windward Community College. 236-9155.
The Downtown Art Show, works by local artists available for sale and by auction for holiday giving, through Dec. 19 with special auction held 5-8 p.m. Friday; The Exhibit Space, 1132 Bishop St. 587-5808, 734-9374.
"Toyland," holiday art from artists who have exhibited at the gallery, opens Saturday with a reception 6-8 p.m., through Dec. 21; workspace. 732-2300.
"Feliz Navidad," annual marketplace of art in various media for holiday giving, through Dec. 24; bibelot gallery. 738-0368.
"Grandfather's House: A Children's Exhibition on Korea," traveling interactive installation invites viewers into a traditional Korean home, through Dec. 31; Education Wing Galleries, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
OTHER VENUES (listed by closing date)
"Hold and Behold," works by Anne Irons, Peter Murray and Deborah Nehmad, through Dec. 29; Honolulu Country Club Art Gallery. 428-0804.
Work of Edward Gorey, books, posters, artifacts and original art of the author and illustrator from the library's permanent collection, through Dec. 31; Bridge Gallery and other display areas at Hamilton Library, UH-Manoa. 956-8688.
"The Century of the Tiger: 100 Years of Korean Culture in America," with historic photographs, pottery, fans, calligraphy and artifacts, opens Friday with an opening reception 5:30-7:30 p.m., through Jan. 24; The Lyman Museum, Hilo, Big Island. (808) 935-5021.
Prints by Jennifer Callejo, Timothy Contreras and Keiko Kamata, through Jan. 25; The Contemporary Museum CafŽ. 526-1322.
NEIGHBOR ISLANDS (listed by closing date)
ART KAuai 2003, works from Kauai Society of Artists members juried by Rich Richardson, through Nov. 23; Kaua'i Village Shopping Center, Waipouli, Kaua'i. (808) 332-7776.
Selected Works from the John Young Foundation, examples of the artist's Chinese brush and ink wash, oil paintings and mixed-media works, through Nov. 23; Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui. (808) 242-2787.
Works by Joy Hunt, watercolors on display, through Nov. 29; Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 882-7520.
"HAw? Nights and Waimea Horses," mixed-media works by Peter Antrim Kowalke, through Nov. 30; Pu'u'opelu Gallery, Parker Ranch, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 885-2302.
CALLS TO ARTISTS
Team Excel Hawaii seeks art from Hawai'i youth in grades 7-12 for their "Catch the Wave" T-shirt design contest. Images must be sized 8-1.2 by 11 inches and may be drawing, print, photo or digital image. Cash prizes range from $100 to $25. Entry forms available at Town and Country Surf, One Shot Art Supplies, Local Motion, Blue Planet and other surf shops. Submit works between today through Nov. 23. For additional information, e-mail catchdawave@myexcel.com.
2004 Pacific States Biennial National Print exhibition, print works in any medium except photography sought for the Feb. 6-April 9 exhibit at UH-Hilo. For eligibility and other requirements visit www.uhh.hawaii .edu/~art/ or e-mail wmiyamot@hawaii.edu. Deadline: Nov. 21.
Send announcements to Island Life, Art Calendar, Honolulu Advertiser P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; fax 525-8055; or e-mail: islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Art Cal" in the subject line.
