Posted on: Sunday, June 12, 2005

Art Calendar

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SPECIAL EVENTS

"Contemplating the Divine," tour with docent Myra Kent, 2:30-4 p.m. today; and tour of the academy's textile collection with docent Allison Roscoe, 2:30-4 p.m. Tuesday, Honolulu Academy of Arts; free with museum admission, $7 general and $4 military, seniors and students. Reservations: 532-8700.

2nd annual Summer Solstice Celebration, tour the garden and talk story with artists who exhibit at the garden's art gallery, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Ho'omaluhia Botanical Gardens, Kane'ohe; free with lunch provided. 233-7323.

Gallery Talk, artists Michael Marshall and Jacqueling Rush Lee introduce their works in the current Biennial Exhibition of Hawai'i Artists, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights. Reservations requested: 237-5230.

"Workspace A to Z: the Artists Who Made It Happen," final exhibit featuring artists who have shown their work at the soon-to-close gallery: artists O-Z, 6-8 p.m. Saturday; workspace. 732-2300.

ONGOING EVENTS

Art on the Zoo Fence, more than 35 Island artists display their work for sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays, Honolulu Zoo fence on Monsarrat Avenue.

Artist Demonstrations, Island artists demonstrate techniques, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, Native Books/Na Mea Hawai'i, Ward Warehouse; free. Call for scheduled artists: 596-8885.

Rudy Gonzalez shows his techniques, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays, Tabora Gallery, Hale'iwa. 637-5520.

WOW! (Wailea on Wednesday), with guest artist, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Lahaina Galleries, Shops at Wailea, Maui. (808) 874-8583.

Friday Night is Art Night, meet with Island artists, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays, Lahaina Galleries, Front Street, Lahaina, Maui; free. (808) 661-6284.

Painting Demonstration by Island artists, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, Gallery at Ward Centre. 597-8034.

Juno Galang shows his techniques, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, Tabora Gallery, Hale'iwa; free. 637-5520.

OPENING

Korean Children's Art Contest, exhibit of works by Korean students, today through July 2, Honolulu Hale's Lane Gallery. 527-5666.

Ukiyo-e, Japanese woodblock prints, Monday through June 30, Kapolei Hale. 527-5666.

2nd annual Open Juried Pastel Exhibition, today through July 8, opening reception 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Pauahi Tower, Bishop Square, Mezzanine Gallery. 538-1052.

Biennial Exhibition of Hawai'i Artists, recent multi-media works by invited artists living and working in the state, Friday through Aug. 14, The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights. 526-1322.

"Brown & White," exhibit of works by Martin Betz and Eszter Delgado including audio and video installations, photography, film and sculptural elements, Friday through July 17, Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui. (808) 242-2787.

CLOSING

"Beauty Through the Eyes of Children," annual exhibit of student works from Hawai'i and Japan, sponsored by the Mokichi Okada Association, through today, Academy Art Center at Linekona. 532-8741.

"Your Art Show," mixed-media works by staff and vendors who work at 1132 Bishop Street, through Friday, Exhibit Space, 1132 Bishop Street. 440-2714.

Abstracts by A. LaRue and Photos by Brad Lewis, through Saturday, Hale'iwa Art Gallery. 637-3368.

Kauai Society of Artists' Membership Show 2005, through Saturday, Kukui Grove Exhibition Hall, Lihu'e, Kaua'i.

ONGOING EXHIBITS (Listed by closing date)

"Lucky Come Hawai'i," oils and watercolors of Hilo by Gerald Murai, through June 24, Louis Pohl Gallery. 521-1812.

"Ether/Ore," Jesi Asagi, Devin Mohr, CJ Lileikis, Dark Sevier and Christopher St. John present an exhibit on metaphysics and dry time, through June 25, The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.

"Metalmorphosis," jewelry and sculpture by eight women, through June 25, Koa Gallery, Kapi'olani Community College. 734-9374.

"Katherine Love: Molded," mixed-media paintings and fiber art explores women's roles in the home, through June 25, thirtyninehotel. 599-2552.

"Celestial Ascent," images by Jon Mozo, through June 29, Canon Photo Gallery. 522-5930.

"Fish Tales," gyotaku prints by Naoki Hayashi, through June 30, Ko'olau Gallery, Manoa Marketplace. 988-4147.

"With Eyes Wide Open," new paintings by Mark Norseth; "Beadlieve It or Knot," beaded jewelry and lampwork glass beads by Charlene Tashima and Joel Park; and "Recent Works" of ceramics by Janice Brown, through June 30, The Gallery, Ward Centre. 597-8034.

"Ragged Edge," poster art images by Guy A. Sibilla, sponsored by INspiration Home and Office Furnishings, through June 30, f22 Photo Gallery. 630-9184.

"shaping the void hands empty of desire," ceramics by Kauka de Silva, through July 1, bibelot gallery. 738-0368.

"Abstracts," paintings by D.Y. Wilson, through July 1, Gallery on the Pali. 595-4047.

"Expressions from the Heart," retrospective of works by Rikiya Asai, through July 1, Art of Vision Gallery at Laser Eye Center of Honolulu. 946-6000.

"Paul Emmert: Views of Hawai'i (second rotation)," views of Kona Coast and Kilauea Volcano, through July 17, Honolulu Academy of Arts, Holt Gallery. 532-8701.

"Pet Project," multimedia works by 20 Hawaii artists, through July 22, Hawai'i Pacific University Art Gallery. 544-0287.

Artists of Hawai'i 2005, annual show of contemporary multimedia works, juried by Bernice Steinbaum, plus solo exhibits of works by invited artists Sean K.L. Browne, Fred H. Roster, Frank W. Sherriff and Shigeharu Yamada, through July 24, Henry R. Luce Pavilion and Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8701.

"American Studio Sculpture," early-20th-century works from the academy's collection, through July 24, Honolulu Academy of Arts, Graphic Arts Gallery. 532-8701.

"Nostalgic Japan," landscapes by Kawase Hasui from 1883 to 1957, through Aug. 7, Honolulu Academy of Arts, James A. Michener Gallery. 532-8701.

"Defining Home: Native Woods, Western Objects," Hawaiian furniture and furnishings and the history of furniture-making in Hawai'i, through Aug. 20, Mission Houses Museum.

"Reflecting Hawai'i," juried exhibition of two-dimensional works by artists of Hawai'i, through Sept. 3, Diamond Head galleries; also, "Summertime," multimedia visuals on the themes and images of the summer season from more than 100 Hawai'i artists, through Sept. 3; and "Enriched by Diversity: The Art of Hawai'i," works from the 1960s to the present in various media by Island artists, continuing, with docent-led tours available, Hawai'i State Art Museum. 586-0900.

"HNL to NY," a group exhibition of painting, photography, sculpture and installation art by 12 contemporary artists born and/or raised in Hawai'i who now live in New York, through Sept. 27, Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights. 526-0232.

"Na Akua Wahine: Celebrating the Female Gods of Hawai'i Nei," female 'aumakua images and contemporary works depicting the women deities of Hawai'i, through October, Bishop Museum Vestibule Gallery; included with admission of $14.95 general and $11.95 children 4-12, kama'aina discounts available. 847-3511.

"Tennis Dessus," site-specific installation of hand-painted art on the museum's tennis courts by Michael Ming Hong Lin of Taiwan, through December, Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights. 526-0232.

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

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

Wood Lathe Art, works by Uwe and Natalia Dost shown with works by Kim Duffet, Francis Pimmel, Elmer Adams and Roy Tsumoto, at 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, Contemporary Museum. 526-0232.

OTHER VENUES (Listed by closing date)

"Seeing it Through," photographs by the late scientist/photographer Al Benedict, author of "Ka Iwi: Survival of a Coast," through June 24, Kapi'olani Community College, Lama Library. 734-9674.

"Landscapes and Still Life," paintings by Mark Brown and friends, through June 25, Caf? Che Pasta. 599-2552.

Monkey-Ame Artists Group Show, works influenced by Japanese anime (animated cartoons) and manga (comic book) art from Hawai'i high school and college students, through June 30, Stairway Gallery, Borders, Ward Centre. 591-8995.

Works by Michael Chun and Kathy Paaina, student work from the Louis Vuitton Creative Art Program, through June 30, Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific Art Gallery. 531-3511.

Portraits and Abstracts by Una White, through June 30, Tea at 1024. 372-1722.

"John Coltrane's Ear, Buddha's Hand, Jacob's Ladder," large painting by Rosalinda Kolb, through June 30, Coffeeline (inside Atherton YMCA). 778-7909, 395-9065.

"Insights," biennial juried show, sponsored by National League of American Pen Women, through July 1, Honolulu Country Club Art Gallery. 627-1079.

"Time," solo exhibit by Mehee Lee, through July 2, Boba Gallery, 2615 S. King St. 428-3630.

"Malu o ka 'iako: Protection," works by Hank Taufaasau, through July 22, Hank's Cafe. 526-1410.

10th annual Student Art Exhibit, mixed-media works by students of Howard Farrant from Waialua Intermediate and High School, through July 30, Waialua Public Library. 637-8286.

"Inside/Out: The Body," works of Deirdre Britt, Jeeun Kim and Richard Earl Leong Yu Ralya, through July 31, Contemporary Museum Caf?. 526-0232.

"For the Love of Food," contemporary artist explore and celebrate the food in people's lives, through Sept. 4, ArtSpace at Sub-zero/Wolf, King and Pi'ikoi Sts. 352-5152, 271-0952.

NEIGHBOR ISLANDS (Listed by closing date)

Works by Tutu's Quilters, quilts and other fabric art by students at Tutu's House, through June 30, Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 887-1052.

"Slippahs and Such," woodblock prints, and oil and watercolor paintings by Mary Spears reflecting Hawai'i and Polynesia, through June 30, Pu'uopelu Gallery, Parker Ranch Historic Homes, Waimea, Big Island. (808) 885-5433.

"Lavascapes and Subterranean Visions," paintings of Donna Carnegie, through July 4, Volcano Art Center Gallery, Big Island. (808) 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org.

Anne Schneider and Chris Kurz, oil paintings and stained/fused glass, through July 15; Kauai Museum. (808) 826-6720.

"Paintings and Drawings of Territorial Hawai'i," paintings, sketches and watercolors by Jan Schaafsma, 1910-1945, from the collection of the Schaafsma family and the Lyman Museum, through Oct. 5; also, "Grandfather's House," interactive, full-scale replica of a 1930s Korean home, through March, Lyman Museum, Hilo, Big Island. (808) 935-5021.

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

Beginning Watercolor, ten-session class led by Michael Genger to develop skills in drawing, brushwork, paint handling, composition and color for beginners and intermediates, 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 14-Aug. 16, UH-Manoa Art 364; $150 plus materials fee. Register for course P07836: 956-8400 or www.outreach.hawaii.edu.

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, Ella Takunaga-Aki leads students to discover how to draw contour line as presented in Betty Edwards' book on the same name, 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 15-July 27, UH-Manoa Art 364; seven-session class, $105 plus optional textbook. Register for course P07709: 956-8400 or www.outreach.hawaii.edu.

Art Classes, ongoing instruction in various media for children and adults, Tradewinds Gallery, Windward Mall, Kane'ohe. Call for schedule and tuition: 952-0309.

CALLS TO ARTISTS

"Portable Art — Portable Peace Exhibit," seeks works on paper which examine and express peace for a mail-in mass-construction art show at Kapi'olani Community College which will travel around the world. Inquire for criteria: 734-9374 or koaglry@hawaii.edu. Deadline for entries is Friday.

Honolulu Cultural District and Fort Street Business Improvement District call for two-dimensional works for exhibit in an open air gallery. Call for details: 845-3918. Deadline is June 24.

Arts Pacifica Biennale 2005, competition among Big Island artists for pieces created on the theme of "egg," juried by Joel A. Miller, for the July 9-31 exhibit to be shown at the Firehouse Gallery and the Kahilu Theater lobby, Waimea, Big Island. Entries accepted between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 1 and 2; entry fees are $15 for one piece, $25 for two and $30 for three works. Call for information: (808) 887-1052.

The Association of Hawaii Artists seeks wall-mounted works with a maximum measurement of 11x14 inches (excluding frame) for their "Small Treasures Show" scheduled for July 10-Aug. 19 and juried by Russell Sunabe. Entries accepted 2-4 p.m. July 9 at Gallery on the Pali; $20 fee per entry for a maximum of three pieces for AHA members; non-members may join for an additional $30 annual fee.

Hadassah seeks Jewish artists interested in showing their works for an exhibit in the Spring of 2008. Contact 532-8705 by July 31 for complete details and submission requirements.

The Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce seeks entries for the 27th annual "Commitment to Excellence" exhibit planned for Aug. 16-26. Submit new two- and three-dimensional works for judging 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 8 or 9 at Academy Art Center at Linekona. Entry fee of $10 per piece. Call for additional requirements: 949-5531.

Maui Arts & Cultural Center will accept works for the juried Schaefer Portrait Challenge 2006 exhibit, scheduled for Jan. 8 through Feb. 19, beginning on Sept. 3 for Big Island entries and continuing on Sept. 10 for O'ahu, Sept. 17 for Kaua'i and Sept. 24 for Maui. For a prospectus with all locations and requirements visit www.mauiarts.org or call (808) 242-2787, ext. 258.

2006 Pacific States Biennial National Print Exhibition, sponsored by UH-Hilo, announce that slides, entry forms and fees may be presented for the juried print exhibit scheduled for Feb. 6-April 21. Entry fee is $30 per artist. Download a prospectus from www.uhh.hawaii.edu/~art/.

Gallery on the Pali seeks artists interested in exhibiting for the Flowers and Poetry Show in 2006, call 538-1052; for one-person or group exhibitions, call 526-1191.

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