Art Calendar
SPECIAL EVENTS
Chakaia Booker, visiting artist in residence, lectures on her sculptures, which utilize the remains of tires to refer to African-American skin tones, body painting and scarification, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, UH-Manoa Art Auditorium; free. 956-6888.
WOW! (Wailea on Wednesday), meet artist Andrea Razzauti, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Lahaina Galleries at Wailea, Maui; free admission. (808) 874-8583.
Bead Society Meeting, with a demonstration of simple crystal heart, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Academy Art Center at Linekona; free. 487-2090.
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.
"Art and Legal Issues: Essentials for the Art Professional," two-day seminar with keynote address from Nicholas Ruocco of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, presentations by Island business owners and panel discussions on marketing, Internet issues, contracts and insurance for museum staff, gallery owners and artists, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Honolulu Academy of Arts; $200 for both days, $110 for one day and $30 per day for students. Registration required: 532-8741.
Kung Fu Friday! young adults and couples enjoy entertainment, dinner or pupu, alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks and can explore the art museum's exhibits, sponsored by ARTafterDark,
5-9 p.m. Friday, Honolulu Academy of Arts courtyard and Pavilion Cafe; $7 admission (Make dinner reservations separately for the Pavilion Cafe). 532-8700.
"Art by the Glass," wine tasting and art demonstration by Carli Oliver, 6-8 p.m. Friday, Canoes at the Ilikai restaurant; $15. 949-3811, ext. 6861.
"Friday night is art Night," meet artists Andrea Razzauti and Gil Bruvel, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, at Lahaina Galleries' two venues on Front Street, Lahaina, Maui; free. (808) 667-2152, (808) 661-6284.
Painting Demonstration, by Island artists, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, The Gallery at Ward Centre; free. 597-8034.
OPENING
"Nature's Forces," works in glass by Hugh Jenkins and Stephanie Ross, opens Saturday with a reception 5-7 p.m.; Volcano Art Center Gallery, Big Island. (808) 967-7565.
CLOSINGS
"Textile & Fiber 2004: contemporary work in Hawaii," group exhibit of multimedia works, through today; Exhibit Space, 1132 Bishop St.
"The Place I live in," exhibition of prints from members of the Honolulu Printmakers and ProGraph, a printmaking group from Holland, through today in conjunction with the theater production of "Amadeus;" Diamond Head Theater Gallery. 733-0277.
"Yunnan: Enchanting Region of Ethnic Diversity," photographs, fabrics, artwork and cultural artifacts from China, through Thursday; East-West Center Gallery, John A. Burns Hall. 944-7111.
Eighth Annual Employee Photo Contest Exhibit, vote for your favorite photograph, through Thursday; Canon Photo Gallery. 522-5930.
Furniture & Lighting exhibit, original pieces designed and fabricated by architecture students, through Friday; The Haigo & Irene Shen Architecture Gallery, UH-Manoa. 956-8311.
"White Slip and Iron — Collaborative Ceramics," from painter George Woollard and ceramicist Steve Martin, through Friday; The Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.
"Hearts Take Wing," works by Island artists, through Friday; Smith Street Galleries. 521-1812.
"Nude Interpretations," works by students of Yoko Radke's figure-drawing group, through Friday; Gallery on the Pali. 595-4047.
"Love," multimedia exhibit of works by members of the Windward Artists Guild, through Friday; Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Gallery. 233-7323.
"Asymmetrical Balance," works from the group Fulcrum, through Friday; Cafe Che Pasta, Bishop Square. 524-0004.
"Creativity Surrounds Us Like the Light Surrounds the Sun," a collection of community expression including costume, photographs, interactive sculpture, drawings, paintings and environmental installation of fishnets recovered from the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, through Saturday; The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.
"Lovers' Leap," Kauai Society of Artists' Small Works Show juried by Rochelle Lum and Esther Shimazu, through Saturday; Anchor Cove Shopping Center, Lihu'e, Kaua'i. www.kauaisocietyofartists.org.
ONGOING EXHIBITS (Listed by closing date)
"Life," works by Shaun Castro and Milfer Araneta, through Feb. 29, with a closing reception Tuesday; Studio 1. 550-8701.
"Hearts and Flowers," new prints and Valentine's Day items by Rosalie Prussing, through Feb. 29; Ko'olau Gallery, Manoa Marketplace. 988-4147.
"Mana," mixed-media interpretations of the meaning of mana (supernatural power), through Feb. 29; Soullenz Gallery. 525-7757.
"The Valentine Show," works inspired by love from Mark Brown, Scottie Flamm, Gina O'Neill and Marc Turner, through March 3; Atelier 4 Fine Art Gallery. 524-3552.
"Journeys of Space and Time," new work of Tom Okimoto and Lawrence Maruya, through March 5; Koa Gallery at Kapi'olani Community College. 734-9375.
"Figure Forms II," drawings from the past 20 years of a workshop led by Snowden Hodges at Windward Community College, through March 5; Gallery 'Iolani, WCC. 236-9155.
Works by kelly Sueda, exhibit of paintings, through March 12; Cedar Street Galleries. 589-1580.
"Birdwatching," recent monoprints by Kandi Everett and bronze sculptures by Corinne Kamiya, through March 12; Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery, Kane'ohe. 544-0287.
"From the Hand: five Hawaii ceramists," works influenced by the Japanese Mingei (folk ceramics) including tableware and other utilitarian, everyday objects by Kauka de Silva, Reid Ozaki, Hideo Okino, Yukio Ozaki and Daven Hee, through March 14; Graphic Arts Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"Colored Perceptions," recent oil paintings and drawings by Ka-Ning Fong, through March 19; bibelot gallery. 738-0368.
"Monkey Business: Sensational Simian Simulacra," group exhibition celebrating the Year of the Monkey, through March 20, workspace. 732-2300.
"Munakata Shike: The Ten Disciples of Buddha (Shaka Judai Deshi)," Japanese woodblock prints, through March 21; Honolulu Academy of Arts, Michener Gallery. 532-8700.
"Contemporary Netsuke from the collection of Prince Norihito Takamado," 70 pieces from the Imperial collection of miniature carved sculptures worn from the obi (sash) of the kimono, through March 21; Michener Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"Double Beauty: Qing Dynasty Couplets from the Lechangzai Xuan Collection," written by calligraphers, scholars, princes, high officials, painters and seal carvers of the Qing Dynasty from 1644 to 1911, through March 21; Luce Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
The Alsdorf Collection of Japanese Paintings and Ceramics, selected works from the collection of Chicagoan Marilynn Alsdorf dating from the 12th century, through March 28; Japan Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
Works by Charlie Dickson, mixed-media paintings and collage, through April 2; Aupuni Artwall, Native Books/Na Mea Hawai'i, Ward Warehouse. 596-8885.
"Remains of the Rainbow," photographs of native Hawaiian species, by David Littschwager and Susan Middleton, with sample of some native plants, through April 11; Hall of Discovery, Bishop Museum; included with museum admission of $14.95 for adults and $11.95 for children ages 4-12; kama'aina, military and senior discounts available. 847-3511.
"Quiet Beauty: Fifty centuries of Japanese Folk Ceramics from the Montgomery Collection," traveling exhibit featuring folk ceramics from 3000 B.C. to 1985, including plates, bowls, vases, sake bottles and wine jars, through April 11; Asian Temporary Exhibition Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"Constant Color," new work by Donna Broder and George Woollard; "Emergent Records," recent work by Jianjie Ji; and "Matter and Material," group sculpture exhibition of works by Hawai'i artists; through April 13; The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center. 526-1322.
"The Kona Coffee Story: Along the Hawai'i Belt Road," exhibit traces the history of coffee-growing on the Big Island and the Japanese immigrant workers through artifacts, models, photographs and art, through April 24, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, Community Gallery. 945-7633.
"Tsutsugaki: Country Textiles of Japan," fabric dyed using rice paste to create traditional designs, through May 2, Textile Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
"Claude Horan: a Retrospective of Ceramics Works" and "Recent Acquisitions of Works by Hawai'i Artists," both through May 2, The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights. 526-1322.
Mixed-Media work by Rosalinda Kolb, Barbara Okamoto and Deborah Young, through May 23; The Contemporary Museum Cafe. 526-1322.
"THE PACIFIC ISLANDS," permanent installation from the art museum's collection, including "Barkcloth of the Pacific," examples of kapa (tapa) from the art museum's textile collection, ongoing; second-floor galleries, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8700
"ARTS OF THE PHILIPPINES," permanent exhibition of works from the art museum's collection, ongoing, George and Nancy Ellis Gallery of Filipino Arts, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.
OTHER VENUES (Listed by closing date)
Works by Peter Maaele and James S. Miyake, artists from the Louis Vuitton Creative Arts Program, through Feb. 29; Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific lobby.
"Love of Art," exhibit of works by students, ages 4 through adult, of Melissa Kim Mosher, through March 7; Lama Library, Kapi'olani Community College. 988-0930.
"Color Rules," recent paintings by Anthony Mendivil, through March 30; Sure Shot Cafe, Makiki Shopping Village. 523-2326.
Paintings by Kiiko Renoir, through March 31; Honolulu Country Club Art Gallery. 627-0095.
"Off the Beaten Palette," abstract and contemporary watercolors by Linda Spadaro, through April 19; Laser Eye Center of Hawaii. 946-6000.
Five North Shore Artists, works by Daniel Ward, Char Hazen, Linda Linebaugh, Karen Howse and Bill Howse, through April 20, Waialua Public Library. 637-8286.
NEIGHBOR ISLANDS
"Magical Blessings," paintings by Ada Horn; "Exotic Baskets," baskets made from natural materials by Mary Murphy; and "A Touch of Zen," paintings of Island myths and folklore by Zariah, all through Feb. 29; Banyan Tree Gallery and Old Jail Gallery at the Old Courthouse, Lahaina, Maui. (808) 661-0111, ext. 11.
Works by Daniel Moe and Cliff Tanaka, glass art and painting on display through Feb. 29 with a reception 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday; Discover Waikoloa Art Gallery, Hilton Waikoloa Village, Big Island. (808) 886-2199.
"Island to Island, Art of Kohala," works by artist in residence Marian T. Beck, through Feb. 29; Pu'uopelu Gallery, Parker Ranch, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 885-2303.
"Makani 'Ula O Maui (Sacred Spirits of Maui)," Betty Hay Freeland's annual show of recent paintings, through March 11; Village Galleries, 120 Dickenson St., Lahaina, Maui. (808) 661-4402.
"Bamboo in Japanese Culture: Traditional, Ritual, Practical," display of more than 100 bamboo objects, including kitchen tools, birdcages, work baskets, toys and tea ceremony utensils, through March 31; Lyman Museum, Hilo, Big Island; general admission $10, with discounts for kama'aina, children and families. (808) 935-5021.
Works by Sunny Pau'ole, through March 31; Brewpub, Kona Brewing Company, Kailua, Big Island. (808) 334-2739.
ALUMNI AND STUDENT WORK from the collection of the Art Department, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, drawings, paintings and mixed media, through end of Spring 2004 semester; Mo'okini Library, third floor. Also: alumni and student art exhibit, ongoing, Lava Landing, Campus Center, computer center, second floor, Hilo, Big Island. (808) 947-7524.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Know Your Camera II, five-session, intermediate-level class on photography techniques taught by Jerry Omo Jr., 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 26-March 25, Webster Hall 103, UH-Manoa; $98 plus optional $20 for course material on CD-ROM. Register for course No. L06644: 956-8400.
Digital Photography, Terry Tagawa teaches how to make use of the features and functions on digital cameras and tips on taking pictures, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Lyon Arboretum; $14 arboretum members, $16 nonmembers (bring your own camera to class). 988-0456.
CALLS TO ARTISTS
EIGHTH ANNUAL CANON AMATEUR PHOTO CONTEST, themed "Pets in Hawai'i," accepting entries through Feb. 29 for March judging and April exhibit at the Canon Photo Gallery, Honolulu. 522-5930.
INTERNATIONAL LIBRARY OF PHOTOGRAPHY, International Open Amateur Photography Contest, accepting entries through March 1. (410) 363-4800 or www.picture.com.
Windward Artists Guild call for submission of works in any medium for its spring juried member show to run March 19-April 30 and for cash prizes. Submission of works will be 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. March 13 at Exhibit Space, 1132 Bishop St. For a prospectus and membership information, call 235-5545 or visit www.hawaiiwag.org.
Honolulu Printmakers asks for submissions for the 76th annual exhibition. Framed prints will be accepted 2 to 6 p.m. March 19 at the Academy Art Center at Linekona. Neighbor Island entries are due by March 17. For more information: 536-5507.
Hawaii Division of Forestry and Wildlife seeks submissions of paintings of the California quail in Hawai'i habitat for the 2004-05 Hawaii Wildlife Conservation Stamp and Hawaii Game Bird Stamp, used for state hunting licenses and available to collectors. Submission deadline: April 7. Winning entry also receives $1,000. For entry form and more information, go to www.dofaw.net or call 587-0166.
Artists of Hawai'i 2004, prospectus and entry forms are available for the 54th annual show, July 1-Aug. 1 at the Honolulu Academy of Arts. Works may be in any medium or combination of media, created in the past two years by any Hawai'i resident. $5 entry fee. Entry forms are available at the art museum. Deadline for slide submission: noon April 10. 532-8700.
HAwaii Handweavers' Hui asks for submissions for the 50th annual exhibition planned for May 15-31 on the the theme "50 ... Interpreted." Works must include hand-weaving in some part of the work and incorporate the theme of "50" to be described in a statement from the artist. For a prospectus, write to: Hawaii Handweavers' Hui, P.O. Box 11808, Honolulu, HI 96828; visit www.hawaiihandweavers.org; or call 591-8539. Deadline for submission: May 7.
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.
Send announcements 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.
