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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Sunday, October 19, 2003

Art Calendar

Advertiser Staff

SPECIAL EVENTS

Matthew Kaopio signs his book, "Hawaiian Family Legends," which contains stories told to him by family members and illustrated with his mount-brush paintings, noon-2 p.m. today, Native Books/Na Mea Hawai'i at Ward Warehouse. 596-8885.

Underwater Photography of Glenn Poulain, on view and available for purchase, 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Red Lobster Restaurant; free admission. 955-5656.

Alanna Heiss Lecture, visiting artist in the Intersections Program, lectures on contemporary art, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, University of Hawai'i Art Auditorium; free. 956-8474.

Jan Parker, meet-the-artist reception, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Lahaina Galleries in the Shops at Wailea, Maui; free. (808) 874-8583.

Introduction to "The Marquesas," Carol Ivory, co-curator of the current exhibit, presents a slide lecture on the history and culture of the Marquesas as seen through their art, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Hawaiian Missions Children's Society Library, Mission Houses Museum; free. 531-0481.

Visiting Artists from "The Marquesas," Exhibit, demonstrations in the Polynesian arts of tattooing, woodcarving, tapa making and body ornamentation, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Mission Houses Museum, included with admission to the exhibit: $6 or with admission to exhibit and guided tour of the homes: $12. 531-0481.

Pau Hana with Marquesan artists, art demonstrations with music and dance performance by students from UH-Manoa Music Department, 5:30-8 p.m., Mission Houses Museum, included with admission to the exhibit: $6. 531-0481.

Garry Palm discusses and signs his works, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Diamond Head Gallery, 736 Front Street, Lahaina, Maui; free. (808) 661-4504.

Caroline Young and Gary Hostallero discuss and sign their Asian artwork, noon-3 p.m. Saturday, Pictures Plus, Kahala Mall (733-5700) and 1-3 p.m. Oct. 26, Pictures Plus, Pearl Highlands Center (453-4828). Both events are free.

OPENING

Selected Works from the John Young Foundation, examples of the artist's Chinese brush and ink wash, oil paintings and mixed-media works, opens Thursday, through Nov. 23; Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui. (808) 242-2787.

"The Marquesas: Two Centuries of Cultural Traditions," historical and cultural artifacts, tapa cloth, wood, ivory, bone and coconut carvings, musical instruments, jewelry and photographs, opens Friday, and continues 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays through Dec. 4; Mission Houses Museums; admission to exhibit: $6, admission to exhibit and guided tour of the homes: $12. 531-0481.

"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; all open Friday with an opening reception 3-5 p.m. on Nov. 1, through Nov. 25; The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.

Works by Peter Hayward and Brady Churchill, opens Friday with receptions 5-8 p.m. Friday and 1-5 p.m. Saturday, through Nov. 30; Cedar Street Galleries. 589-1580.

CLOSING

The Artists of Na Mea, selected works from Donna Burns, Mapuana, Peggy Chun, Meleanna Meyer, Gay Jefferson, Lynn Cook and other artists from Na Mea Hawai'i Galleries, through today running concurrently with the production of "Ragtime;" Diamond Head Theater Gallery. 733-0277.

"Underage Thinking 3," third annual multimedia exhibition of student works, through Thursday; The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.

"Relative Reality: Korean Media Art today," a Crossings 2003: Korea/Hawai'i video exhibit, through Thursday; Koa Gallery at KapiUolani Community College. 734-9375.

"Crossing the Line," a retrospective of works by OJim" M. Winters, through Friday; The Pegge Hopper Gallery. 524-1160.

"Kahiko IV," watercolors on handmade paper by Cindy Conklin; OSea Dreams," sea glass jewelry by Linette Arakawa; OFrom My Point of View," embroidered panels by Patricia Greene, through Friday; The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.

"War Child," mixed-media exhibit about growing up in times of war, through Friday; Gallery on the Pali. 526-1191.

"Wesley Poole Retrospective, 25 years of Art & Design," through Friday; Café Che Pasta. 524-0004.

ONGOING EXHIBITS (listed by closing date)

41st Hawaii Watercolor Society Open Show, juried by Arne Westerman, through Oct. 29, Pauahi Towers, Bishop Square. 521-9799.

"Kaulunani," winners of the Year of the Hawaiian Forest poster contest, through Oct. 30; Lane Gallery, Honolulu Hale. 523-4674.

"Four Artists Explore Taijiquan," works by Janet Bond, Dieter Runge, Karen Lee and Bonnie McNeill, through Oct. 30; SoulLenz Gallery. 291-2650.

"Taiyo (The Sun)," exhibit of photographs by Shuro Matsumoto, through Oct. 30; Canon Photo Gallery. 522-5930.

"Beyond Ordinary," oils by Korean artist Han Jeung-sun, through Oct. 31; Smith Street Galleries. 521-1812.

"Frog Friends," stoneware frogs by Chris Brown, through Oct. 31; KoUolau Gallery. 988-4147.

"Windward Dreams," new work by Carol St. James, through Oct. 31; Tradewinds Gallery. 236-2787.

Crossings 2003: Korea/Hawai'i, through Oct. 31; Honolulu Hale. 523-4674.

"Rag Bare Series: Personal Icons," new paintings by Arthur Nelander, through Nov. 1; Studio One Gallery. 550-8701.

Hawai'i Craftsmen Annual Juried Exhibition, new multimedia works, through Nov. 2; Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8701.

"Chanoyu 2003 — Ceramic Implements for Tea," exhibit of pieces for a Japanese tea ceremony, through Nov. 2; Mezzanine Gallery, Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8701.

"Day of the Dead," exhibit of works by Joey Chiarello, Mike Cueva, May Izumi, Jo Rowley, Franco Salmoiraghi and Esther Shimazu, through Nov. 2; workspace. 732-2300.

"Contemporary Paintings by Cora Yee and Mark N. Brown," through Nov. 5; Atelier 4 Fine Art Gallery. 524-3552.

Crossings 2003: Korea/Hawai'i, installation art from seven contemporary Korean artists, through Nov. 7; University of Hawai'i Art Gallery. 956-6888.

Crossings 2003: Korea/Hawai'i, works by contemporary Korean craft artists, through Nov. 9; Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.

Crossings 2003: Korea/Hawai'i, works by 10 contemporary Korean painters, through Nov. 14; East-West Center Gallery. 944-7111.

Works of Page Chang, oil paintings, through Nov. 15; Livingston Galleries, Crouching Lion Inn, Ka'a'awa. 237-7165.

Crossings 2003: Korea/Hawai'i, multimedia exhibit from contemporary Korean artists, through Nov. 16; 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 hollowware and figurative forms, through Nov. 16; Graphics Arts Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.

"The Place I Live In," collaborative print project by 10 artists from the Honolulu Printmakers and 10 artists from Pro-Graph of the Netherlands, through Nov. 21; Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery, Kane'ohe. 544-0287.

"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.

"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.

"Brett Weston in Hawaii," photographs from Weston's book "Hawaii, Leaves and Lava," through Jan. 4; Holt Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.

Contemporary Korean-American Artists of Hawai'i, part of the Crossings 2003: Korea/Hawai'i exhibits; "Recent work by Sean K.L. Browne" and "Hawai'i — It's Land and Culture," photographs by Elaine Mayes, all through Jan. 6; The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center. 526-1322.

"Gems from the East and West," jewelry from the personal collection of Doris Duke, through Jan. 4; Textiles Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.

"ARTs of the Philippines," permanent exhibition of works from the academy's collection, ongoing, George and Nancy Ellis Gallery of Filipino Arts, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.

"Enriched by Diversity: the Art of Hawai'i," multimedia exhibit by 284 local artists, ongoing; The Hawai'i State Art Museum. 586-0900.

Madge Tennent, selected works, ongoing; Tennent Gallery. 531-1987.

OTHER VENUES (listed by closing date)

Paintings by Daniel Wang, winner of the 2001-02 Hawai'i Wildlife Conservation Stamp Contest displays his work, through Oct. 31; Volcano Joe's Island Bistro and CoffeeHouse. 941-8449.

"Ka Holo He'e Nalu (Wave Riders)," surfing memorabilia and vintage Hawaiian boards assembled by Rolland Tang, through Oct. 31; Outrigger Reef on the Beach lobby. 923-3111.

"Life in Paradise," watercolor batiks by Marti Weise Rounds, through Oct. 31; HoUomaluhia Botanical Gardens. 233-7323.c

Works by Derrick Ching, Judy Nelson, and Joe Fortunato, through Oct. 31; Waialua Library. 637-8286.

"Oil and Water do mix," recent oil paintings by Warren Stenberg and watercolors by Dolores Manijo, through Oct. 31; Assagio Italian Restaurant, Kailua. 261-2772.

"Equestre," abstract works by Luigi Fumagalli, through Oct. 31; Laser Eye Center of Hawaii. 946-6000.

"Hold and Behold," works by Anne Irons, Peter Murray and Deborah Nehmad, through Dec. 29; Honolulu Country Club Art Gallery. 428-0804.

NEIGHBOR ISLANDS (listed by closing date)

Works by Wayne Levin and Brian Dugan, photography from Wayne Levin and fused glass by Brian Dugan, through Oct. 27; Discover Waikoloa Art Gallery, Kohala, Big Island. (808) 886-2199.

"Printmakers of Hawaii, 1920-1973," works in various media from Hawai'i's print artists, through Oct. 31; Mauna Kea Galleries, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 887-2244.

19th Annual Helen M. Cassidy Memorial Juried Art Show, art in nine categories of media, through Oct. 31; Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 887-1052.

Vessel Exhibit, mixed-media works on the concept of vessels, through Nov. 9; Hui NoUeau Visual Arts Center, Makawao, Maui. (808) 572-6560.

"Visions of Grace," pastel oil paintings by Julie Houck, through Nov. 12; Volcano Art Center Gallery. (808) 967-7565.

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

Adult, Teen and Children art Classes, weekly classes in a variety of media, ongoing throughout the fall, Tradewinds Gallery at Windward Mall; cost vary per class. Call for schedule and prices: 236-2787.

Art and ceramics classes, for students in grades K-7, to develop artistic expression through hands-on activities in ceramics and fine arts, ongoing in Kailua. Call for schedule, fees and registration: 261-7458.

Keiki Art Classes, for children 5-14 years in drawing, painting and clay sculpture, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays, Ocean Art Gallery; $20 per class. Also, classes for adults in drawing, sculpture, pastels, watercolor, acrylics and oils. Call for fee and schedule: 263-6438.

Art Classes, develop self-expression and creativity through learning to draw, paint and collage. Ongoing classes in all levels by appointment. Call for fee and schedule: 222-1794.

CALLS TO ARTISTS

Girl Fest Zineletter asks for submissions of artworks, cartoons, poetry, political commentary, movie reviews and articles with a woman or girl theme. Send submissions via e-mail to Yumiko Seki at powderpuffs@hawaii.rr.com. Artwork must be submitted in jpeg format with a dpi of 200 or greater. Deadline: Nov. 15.

2004 Pacific States Biennial National Print exhibition, print works in any media 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.

Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden announces its annual OFrogs and Garden Critters Art Contest," for three-dimensional works on a garden creature theme. Call for rules and application: 233-7323. Deadline: Nov. 29.

Expressions by choice seeks avant-garde works in any medium in an experimental, cutting-edge style for display bimonthly with musical and performance art; ongoing. 593-3682.

Gallery on the Pali seeks artists to exhibit at the gallery; ongoing 526-1191.

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.