Posted on: Sunday, December 26, 2004

Art Calendar

Advertiser Staff

SPECIAL EVENTS

Kadomatsu, bamboo and pine arrangements for the New Year, fund-raiser for TEMARI, The Center for Asian and Pacific Arts, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today, Ward Warehouse. 536-4566.

Tickets on sale for "The Starlight Ball," black-tie masquerade, "Carnevale di Venezia," to be held 7-11 p.m. Jan. 8, Honolulu Academy of Arts; $75 to benefit ARTafterDARK. 532-6099.

Gil Bruvel, appearance at "WoW! Wailea on Wednesdays," 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Wednesday , Lahaina Galleries in The Shops at Wailea. (808) 874-8583.

"Angry Woebots vs. Andy Howell," works by Aaron Martin and pro-skater/graffiti artist Andy Howell, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Wednesday . 599-2552, 222-1794.

OPENING

Things Japanese, potters from the Toshiko Takaezu Studio celebrate the Japanese New Year with their art, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday thru Jan. 28, Tuesdays thru Saturdays. Louis Pohl Gallery, 1111 Nu'uanu Ave. 521-1812.

The Moving Body, marble and bronze figurative works by Bernard Portner and figure studies by Chuck Davis, Friday through Jan. 28. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays thru Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.

Tim Nguyen's interpretation of Island life through contemporary expressionalism with vibrant colors, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday through Jan. 15, Hale'iwa Art Gallery. 637-3366.

Bill Roberts, block prints capturing the essence of old Hawai'i with an ethnic appeal inspired by local petroglyphs, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday through Jan. 15, Hale'iwa Art Gallery. 637-3366.

CLOSING

"La Bella Figura 2004," student and teacher works from a painting workshop in Italy led by George Woollard, through today, Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8701.

Works by Mihoko, jazz-inspired abstract art, through today, Hale'iwa Art Gallery. 637-3366.

Works by Norman Nagai, gauche paintings of Hawai'i landscapes and buildings, through today, Hale'iwa Art Gallery. 637-3366.

Works by Albert Furtado, exhibit of acrylic paintings, through today, Unity Bookstore, Unity Church at Diamond Head. 735-4436, ext. 310.

"Small Works by Big People," exhibit of paintings and drawings on paper from The Barnstormers, through tomorrow, Thirtyninehotel Gallery. 599-2552.

2004 Photographs by Members of the Hawaii Photographic Society, through Wednesday, Canon Photo Gallery. 522-5930, 487-2090.

"Tinkered and Toyed," whimsical works inspired by the winter holidays by 42 local artists, through Wednesday, Japanese Cultural Society of Hawai'i Community Gallery. 945-7633.

Young People's Fall 2004 Exhibition, a selection of children's artworks in various media completed during the fall session of the academy's classes, through Thursday, Academy Art Center, first floor gallery. 532-8743.

"Fire & Ice," recent glassworks by UH students, through Thursday, The Exhibit Space, 112 Bishop St. 599-5009.

"Rhythm of Colors," floral paintings by Noriko, through Thursday, The Art Board Gallery. 949-0700.

"Gifts That Last," artwork, ceramics, wood vessels, art glass and jewelry by local artists, through Thursday, The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.

"Here we are, up to now," composite exhibit of photography and tecno-computer generated imagery by David Cornwell, Tom Shiu and Michael Horton, through Thursday, Caf? Che Pasta. 524-0004.Patricia "Pat" Ellard works (member of Louis Vuitton Creative Arts Program), through Friday, Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific Art Gallery. 531-3511.

"Real People," portraits and figure paintings by Alan Stamper and Paul Hosch, through Friday, Soullenz Studio & Gallery. 525-7757.

"Sharing the Memories," prints by Joe Pimental, through Friday, Ko'olau Gallery. 988-4147.

Japanese Woodblock Print Show, traditional woodblocks from the late 19th century, through Friday, Tradewinds Gallery. 236-2787.

ONGOING EXHIBITS (Listed by closing date)

"Cherished Possessions: A New England Legacy," over 175 objects, including paintings, photographs, needlework, ceramics, furniture and costumes, that reveal life in New England, 1650s-late 1900s, through Jan. 2, Honolulu Academy of Arts, Holt Gallery. 532-8701.

"The Art of Sake," 2nd annual exhibit of contemporary interpretations of the traditional Japanese vessels designed by Corey Avecilla, Geoff Lee, Shun Tsukazaki, Daven Hee, Rick Mills and Joe Wilson, through Jan. 2, The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.

"Clay Glass Wood Metal Glass," selected works from museum's collection and "Paula Winokur: Transcending Memory," ceramic sculpture, through Jan. 2, Contemporary Museum. 526-1322.

"Dance!" works by Ginger Royal, through Jan. 5, Bethel Street Gallery. 524-3552.

"The Line Forms Here," works in oil, tempra and sumi ink by Lauren Okano, through Jan. 7, Art of Vision Gallery, Laser Eye Center of Hawaii. 946-6000.

"Neither East Nor West: Hong Kong Contemporary Art," multimedia exhibit of works by Lo Koon Chiu, Yau Leung, Vincent Yu, Warren Leung Chi Wo, Chu Hing Wah, Fiona Wong Lai Ching and Leung Mee Ping, curated by Oscar HO Hing Kay, through Jan. 7, East-West Center Gallery. 944-7177.

Paintings by Joyce Arizumi, through Jan. 10, Art & More at the Ground Floor. 538-6012.

"From Flat Fabrics to Contoured Body Forms: a Story of Asian Costumes," exhibit shows how the construction of garments from India to Japan have evolved, guest-curated by Na Young Hong, through Jan. 16, Honolulu Academy of Arts Textile Gallery. 532-8701.

"Past Happy Hour: Constellations, Lotuses and Eggshells," mixed-media exhibit of works by Frank Sheriff, Dan Nishiyama and Lianne Rozelle, through Jan. 21, Hawai'i Pacific University. 544-0287.

"E Ola Mau Ka La'au: The Wood Lives On," works by Robert Hamada; "Procession," pastels by Margaret Ezekial; and recent work by Yvonne Cheng, through Jan. 25, Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center. 526-0232.

"Washi in the Floating World," recently conserved Ukiyo-e prints by Utagawa Hiroshige," one of the largest collections of Hiroshige prints in America at 3,200 pieces, through Jan. 31, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8700.

"Body Language: Adornment & Identity in the Pacific," landmark exploration of the Pacific island history of cultural change, adaptation, resistance and evolution in gender roles, through Feb. 5, Mission Houses Museum; $6 admission to exhibit, $12 for tour of houses and exhibit. 531-0481.

"Jewelry of Hawai'i: Art and Artifice in Paradise," 20th-century jewelry, guest-curated by Carol Anne Dickson, through Feb. 13, Honolulu Academy of Arts, Holt Gallery. 532-8701.

Hawaiian Old Masters, works by Hitchcock, Tavernier, Walden, MacPherson, Coulter and others, through Feb. 24, Mauna Kea Galleries, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 887-2244.

"Lono-I-Ka-Makahiki," contemporary Hawaiian works paired with rare items from the museum's collection, through Feb. 27, Bishop Museum; included with general admission: $14.95 for adults, $11.95 for youth ages 4-12, seniors and military. 847-3511.

"American Studio Sculpture," early 20th century works from the academy's collection," extended through Feb. 27, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8700.

"O2 Art1: Barnstormers," installation art, through spring 2005, Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights, tennis courts. 526-1322.

"Inner Scapes," abstract paintings and sculptures from the collection of the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, through Feb. 27, and "Enriched by Diversity: The Art of Hawai'i," works from the 1960s to the present in a variety of media by Island artists, ongoing with docent-led tours available, Hawai'i State Art Museum. 586-0900.

"The Pacific Islands," permanent installation from museum's collection, including "Barkcloth of the Pacific," examples of kapa from textile collection, ongoing, 2nd-floor galleries, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8700

"Arts of the Philippines," permanent exhibition of works from museum's collection, ongoing, Honolulu Academy of Arts, Ellis Gallery of Filipino Arts. 532-8701.

Works by Yuan Y. Shaw, oil paintings, jewelry and sculptures, ongoing, Color Street Gallery, 841 Bishop St., Suite 155. 521-1138.

Wood Lathe Art, works by Uwe and Natalia Dost shown with works by Kim Duffet, Francis Pimmel, Elmer Adams and Roy Tsumoto, ongoing, Uwe Dost Studio Gallery, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Alii Tower Plaza. 947-3100.

"Na Hale 'O Waiawi," site-specific installation by Patrick Dougherty created from strawberry guava and rose-apple saplings, ongoing, Contemporary Museum. 526-1322.

OTHER VENUES (Listed by closing date)

"DIVERSITY x 3," watercolor, oil and pastels by Steve Bettman, Rita Gustie and Helen Iaea, through Jan. 14, Honolulu Country Club. 441-9400.

"Designer Drawings," preparatory drawings and gouaches by Emma Jewell Howard, Annette Kemp and Nancy Peacock, through Jan. 23, The Contemporary Caf? at Makiki Heights. 526-1322.

"Come Dance With Me," paintings by Mapuana of her hula dancers, through Feb. 19, Roy's Restaurant, Hawai'i Kai. 396-6344.

Peter Norburgh, watercolors, ongoing, Steven Michael's Salon. 737-6284.

NEIGHBOR ISLANDS

Karen Thrasher and her 'Ohana Show, works in various media by members of the Thrasher family, through Friday, Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 887-1052.

Works by Michael and Misato Mortara, Calley O'Neill and Lamar Yoakum, hot glass works, stained glass paintings and panels, through Friday, Discover Waikoloa Gallery, Hilton Waikoloa Village, Big Island. (808) 886-2199.

Annual Invitational Wreath Exhibit, local artists have created wreaths for sale and exhibit, through Jan. 2, Volcano Art Center, Big Island. (808) 967-7565.

CALLS TO ARTISTS

Hawaii Student Digital Showcase television program, featuring student seeks submission of video taped public service announcements, mini-documentaries, shorts, music videos and animation for airing on a weekly program on DOE Channel 56. Also, looking for male high school students to introduce the videos. 837-8004.

Hawaii Watercolor Society seeks entries for the 2005 juried show at the Academy Art Center at Linekona with prizes in three categories. Call 521-9799 for a prospectus or download from www.hawaiiwatercolorsociety.org. Deadline is Jan. 3.

Gallery on the Pali calls for artists interested in exhibiting in the gallery; ongoing. 595-4047.

Artists of Hawai'i seeks entires for the longest-running, statewide, all-media juried exhibition at the Honolulu Academy of Arts. Call 532-8700 for more information. Deadline is March 12.

Send announcements, with contact name and phone number, to Island Life, Art Calendar, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; fax 525-8055; or islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Art Cal" in the subject line.