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HOLIDAY SALES
>> Fifth Annual AHA Miniature Show, featuring 2-D and 3-D artwork by 41 artists from the Association of Hawaii Artists for sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. through Saturday, Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden Visitor Center Gallery, 45-680 Luluku Road, Kaneohe, 230-3189.
>> The 19th annual Mixed Media Miniature exhibition featuring works by 150 artists for sale. Through Dec. 17 at Koa Art Gallery at Kapiolani Community College, 4303 Diamond Head Road, 734-9374, koaartgallery.com.
>> Annual Holiday Sale by Windward Potters showcasing the creations of 16 potters ranging from stoneware to raku for sale, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Kailua Elementary School cafeteria, 315 Kuulei Road.
>> Art School Holiday Sale, annual sale features artwork by nearly 100 artists to benefit studio facilities, with new items added daily. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Nov. 27 (closed Thursday), Honolulu Museum of Art School, 1111 Victoria St., holiday sale party 5 to 8 p.m. Friday.
>> Impressions16 Print and Book Fair by Honolulu Printmakers features artist’s portfolios containing original, handmade prints and printed objects on paper, shirts, bags and cards at affordable prices, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Nov. 27. Enjoy food, drink, live printmaking and music 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Honolulu Museum of Art School, 1111 Victoria St.
>> “illume,” a holiday show featuring prints by Kathy Merrill Kelly and jewelry by Kirsten Merrill at Pegge Hopper Gallery, 1164 Nuuanu Ave. Through Jan. 7. Opening reception 5:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 2, 524-1160, peggehopper.com.
>> Woodworkers Sample Sale, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 3 at 527 Cummins St. in Kakaako. Featuring koa jewelry, chopping blocks, coasters, furniture by Werk Arts, Honolulu Furniture Co., Island Wood Furniture and Cabinets & Crafts.
>> “A Christmas Fantasy” Art and Craft Sale: Made by students and community members, including wall hangings, wearable art, paintings, photographs, jewelry, Christmas decorations and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 9, 10 and 11 at Windward Community College, Gallery ‘Iolani, 45-720 Keaahala Road, 236-9155.
>> “WCC Christmas Pottery Sale”: Windward Community College’s Ceramics Club includes mugs, teapots, porcelain, pit-fire vases and many sculptural pieces. 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Dec. 16 and 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dec. 17 in the ceramics studio, Hale Palanakila, Room 216, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Road, Windward. For more information, call Prof. Paul Nash 235-7323.
>> “Fall Leaves — Christmas Sings” gift show featuring the gallery’s favorite artists. Through Dec. 24, Louis Pohl Gallery, 1142 Bethel St., 521-1812, louispohlgallery.com. First Friday reception 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 2.
>> Across Generations: The Friends of Hawai‘i State Art Museum presents three generation of artists, including Satoru Abe, Hamilton Kobayashi and Kainoa Gruspe. Through Feb. 24, 2017, Artizen Cafe Gallery at Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 S. Hotel St., Ground Floor, 536-2644. Holiday sale, 5-7 p.m. on Dec. 2.
>> Matchbox Plus XII Miniature Art Show, with original fine art featuring more than 350 local artists for sale through Dec. 30 at Cedar Street Galleries, 817 Cedar St. 589-1580, cedarstreetgalleries.com.
SPECIAL
>> Open House at Tagami & Powell Gallery and Gardens: Featuring oil paintings and limited edition giclees by Michael Powell and Hiroshi Tagami as well as ceramics, jewelry, photography and other art. 10-4 p.m. Dec. 3 and 4 at 47-754 Lamaula Road, Kaneohe, 754-7887.
>> Heather Brown Art Signing: For Heather Brown, “Best Artist in Hawaii” for four consecutive years. 2-4 p.m. on Dec. 10 at Magnolia at Kahala Mall, 4211 Waialae Ave., Honolulu, 734-2200.
>> Second Saturday in Chinatown: Local artists will be exhibiting, demonstrating and selling their art. Book signing and food sampling by author Lynette Low Tom. Four Hawaiian music groups will entertain on the “great lawn.” 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 10 at Louis Pohl Gallery and ARTS at Marks Garage, 521-1812.
CONTINUING
>> Chanoyu 2016: Featuring the final exhibit of Japanese tea ceremony implements by artists Carl Fieber, Ed Higa, Ken Kang, Philip Markwart, Bob McWilliams and Yukio Ozaki. Through Nov. 23, Honolulu Museum of Art School at Linekona, 532-8700.
>> “Surround: Multimedia Works on Paper” by Jamie R. Allen. Through Nov. 26, Pegge Hopper Gallery, 1164 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu, 524-1160, peggehopper.com.
>> Maka Ha: New works by Carl F.K. Pao, Kupa’a Hee, Cory Taum and Nicole Naone. Through Nov. 26, Arts at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu, 521-2903, artsatmarks.com.
>> Confluence4: Windward Community College Student Exhibition 2016 features creations in ceramics, screen painting, color theory, sculpture, drawing and photography. Through Nov. 28, Windward Community College, 236-9155.
>> Welcome to The Earth Side: Photography by Yukiko Noda. Through Nov. 29, Canon U.S.A., Inc. Hawaii Office, Ward Plaza, 210 Ward Ave., Suite 200, 522-5930.
>> Christensen and Mitsuda: Featuring artworks by two artists. Through Nov. 30, ARS Cafe 3116 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, arscafediamondhead@gmail.com.
>> “The Art of Total Life Recovery Program”: Paintings from the Women’s Community Correctional Center. Through Dec. 1, Gallery on the Pali at First Unitarian Church, 2500 Pali Highway, 595-4047.
>> The Laminated Print: Origins + Process of Chine Colle”: Project that brings together contemporary printmakers as well as conservators and art historians. Through Dec. 9, John Young Museum of Art, University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2500 Dole Street, Honolulu, 956-8251.
>>”Mauka to Makai”: Featuring artists Laarni Gedo, Andrew Imamura, Garrett Kojima, Leanna Wolff and Matt Okahata. Through Dec. 10, Mezzanine level of Pauahi Tower, 1003 Bishop Street, 387-0953.
>> 19th Annual Mixed Media Miniature Show: Through Dec. 17, Koa Art Gallery-Kapiolani Community College, 4303 Diamond Head Rd., 734-9375. Opens Thursday, reception 4:30-7:30 p.m.
>> Wintertide by Nolan Hall: Featuring photos taken in Hawaii last winter. Through Dec. 18, Treehouse, 250 Ward ave. Suite 233, treehouse-shop.com.
>> Waikiki Parc Exhibit: Featuring artist David Harada’s laminated glass sculptures. Through Feb. 3, Parc Promenade Gallery, Waikiki Parc Hotel, 2233 Helumoa Road, 956-6888.
>> Across Generations: The Friends of Hawai‘i State Art Museum presents three generation of artists, including Satoru Abe, Hamilton Kobayashi and Kainoa Gruspe. Through Feb. 24, 2017, Artizen Cafe Gallery at Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 S. Hotel St., Ground Floor, 536-2644.
>> Lahaina Arts Society Banyan Tree Fine Art Fairs: Featuring Maui’s most talented fine artists’ paintings, jewelry, ceramics and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Nov. 26, 27, Dec. 17, 25, 26, Jan. 1, 2, 21 and 22 and Feb. 12, 18, 19 and 20, Banyan Tree Park, 648 Wharf St., Lahaina, 808-661-0111 or lahainaarts.com.
>> “Imayo: Japan’s New Traditionists”: Examines the inspirational power of historical Japanese art and craft traditions on six contemporary artists. Creations by Toru Ishii, Ryoko Kimura, Haruo Mitsuta, Satoshi Someya, Koji Tanada, and Taro Yamamoto are shown alongside pre-20th-century Japanese art from the permanent collection that inspired the artists through Jan. 8, Honolulu Museum of Art, 532-8700.
>> “American Array”: Selection of postwar and contemporary American art by various artists. Through Jan. 15, Honolulu Museum of Art, 532-8700, honolulumuseum.org.
>> “Visions of Gothic Angels: Japanese Manga by Takaya Miou”: Through Jan. 15, Honolulu Museum of Art, 532-8700, honolulumuseum.org.
>> “Yun-Fei Ji: The Intimate Universe”: Exhibit of Chinese contemporary art. Through Feb. 5, Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania St., 532-8700.
>> “Hawaii in Design”: Works by 10 local designers who portray Hawaii aesthetically through furniture, fashion, surfboards and graphics by combining local, global, natural and urban elements. Through March 12, 2017, Honolulu Museum of Art, 532-8700, honolulumuseum.org.
>> Celebrating 20 years of Hawai‘i Art at First Hawaiian Center: Through March 17, Honolulu Museum of Art at First Hawaiian Center, 999 Bishop Street, 532-8701.
>> “Karen Hampton: The Journey North”: Los Angeles-based textile artist Karen Hampton examines the African-American diaspora in an exhibition that explores her personal and ancestral narrative. Through April 23, 2017, Honolulu Museum of Art, 532-8700, honolulumuseum.org.
COMING UP
>> Solo Show: Featuring Dimitra Milan at Wyland Gallery Haleiwa, 66-250 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa, dimitramilan.com. Noon-4 p.m. Nov. 26.
>> “Peace for All”: Through Jan. 15, the Honolulu Country Club Gallery, 1690 Ala Puumalu Street, Honolulu, 286-5675. Opens Nov. 27. Reception 5-7 p.m. Dec. 4.
>>Translucent: A holiday showcase of original works by the Hawaii Watercolor Society and Hawaii Glass Artists curated by Sally French, noon-5 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday. Through Dec. 22 at the Arts at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave, artsatmarks.com. Opens Nov. 29. Reception 6-10 p.m. Dec. 2.
>> Winter Walk 2016: A festive night walking event on Hotel, Bethel, Pauahi, King and other streets. Through Dec. 31, Chinatown businesses, facebook.com/discoverchinatown. Opens Dec. 1.
>> “Homefront Hawaii: Pearl Harbor 75th Commemoration”: In honor of the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor, which will unveil stories of civilians and citizens of Hawaii. Through March 1, 2017, Portico Hall in the Hawaiian Hall complex of the Bishop Museum, 847-3511, bishopmuseum.org. Opens Dec. 1.
>> “Across the Board”: An exhibit of artwork by the Board of Directors of the Windward Artists Guild. Through Jan. 5, Gallery on the Pali at the First Unitarian Church of Honolulu, 2500 Pali Highway, 595-4047. Opens Dec. 4. Reception 6-8 p.m. Dec. 9.
>> Ceramics of Hawaii: The Hawaii Potters’ Guild presents its first statewide juried exhibition of Hawaii ceramics, with Kauai ceramacist David Kuraoka as juror. Through Jan. 8, 2017, Honolulu Museum of Art School, Linekona Gallery, 532-8700. Opens Dec. 17.
>> Ho’omaluhia New Year Invitational 2017: An exhibit celebrating Ho‘omaluhia Gardens. Through Jan. 28, Ho‘omaluhia Main Gallery, 45-680 Luluku Road, Kaneohe. Free. Opens Jan. 8. Reception 4-6 p.m. Jan. 14.
>> Artists of Hawaii 2017: Featuring artists Kaili Chun, Kasey Lindley, Kaori Ukaji and Hongtao Zhou. Through May 28, Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 Beretania St., 532-8701. Opens Feb. 9, 2017.
ONGOING
>> “Amelia Earhart in Hawaii”: Ongoing photo exhibit, Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, 441-1007.
>> “Art in Paradise”: Ongoing exhibit of works by prominent Maui artists, Kapalua Bay Hotel, 669-5656.
>> “Art on the Zoo Fence”: Outdoor art gallery features works by various artists. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Honolulu Zoo fence along Monsarrat Avenue, artonthezoofence.com.
>> Shangri La: Residents may tour Doris Duke’s ocean side estate near Diamond Head, which reflects the art and architecture of India, Iran, Morocco and Syria. Tours at 9 and 10:30 a.m., and 1:30 p.m. first Saturday monthly (except September); begins and ends at the Honolulu Museum of Art, with access via the museum’s private bus. Free. Reservations required a week in advance: honolulumuseum.org. Information: 535-1875, honolulumuseum.org/visit.
>> Works by Herb Kane: View artwork by the late world-renowned artist, including a restored colorful wall mural of Hawaiian deities. Ongoing, Jaggar Museum, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, nps.gov/havo.
>> “Maui the Kite Maker”: Exhibit of kapa kites created by fourth graders from Waianae Elementary and Ka Waihona O Ka Na‘auao Public Charter School. Part of a Bishop Museum outreach program. Showing indefinitely at Bishop Museum’s Science Adventure Center.
>> “Shell Allure”: Features more than 150 species of marine mollusk shells collected from Maui’s Kame‘ole Beach Park II. Ongoing, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Sinclair Library, first-floor lobby, 956-4168.
>> Tiffany’s Art Agency: Showroom displays a curated collection of art by more than a dozen local artists. Ongoing, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, timelessmaunakea.com.
>> Works by Steven Power, Daniela Antar Power, Vince Cavataio, Sean Davey and Lynne Boyer: Indefinitely, Cove Art Gallery, Turtle Bay Resort, 371-5248.
>> Works by Zac Noyle: Surf photography by the artist. Ongoing, Pipeline Gallery, 66-165 Kamehameha Highway in Haleiwa, pipelinegallery.com.
>> “Lynne Yamamoto: House for Listening to Rain”: Showing indefinitely, Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House, 532-8700.
LECTURES, MEETINGS, DEMOS
>> “Kojutsu”: ‘Fine Technique’ in Contemporary Japanese art by Ikeuchi Tsutomu, curator and gallery owner of Roentogenwerke Art Gallery, Tokyo. 5-6:30 p.m. Tuesday at University of Hawaii at Manoa Art Building, Room 101, 956-6888.
>> “Art Lunch at HiSAM”: Quick lunchtime lecture by Calvin Collins. This month: “Visual Literacy 101,” noon-1 p.m. Nov. 29, Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 S. Hotel St., free, 586-0305, hawaii.gov/sfca.
>> Foster Gardens plein air painters: Meets 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays, 262-8071. Presented by Hawaii Watercolor Society.
>> Aloha Fridays: Free, hands-on demonstration of a cultural craft, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays, Volcano Art Center Gallery at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 808-967-7565.
>> Waialua crafters: Bring your craft project for a show-and-tell and meet other crafters to share tips and techniques. Meets 4:30 p.m. first Wednesday monthly, Waialua Public Library, 637-8286.
>> Waialua Drawing Group: Meet fellow artists and share your work while free drawing. Meets 4:30 p.m. fourth Wednesday monthly, Waialua Public Library, 637-8286. Bring sketchbook, pencils, pens and an object for a group still-life.
WORKSHOPS/CLASSES
>> Dream Catcher workshop: 11 a.m. Nov. 26 at Island Bungalow Hawaii, 131 Hekili Street, Kailua. Cost: $45. For more information, call Courtney at 536-4543.
>> Block Print Tea towels: Learn the technique of block printing on fabric. 11 a.m. Dec. 3 at Island Bungalow Hawaii, 131 Hekili Street, Kailua. Cost: $35. For more information, call Courtney at 536-4543.
>> John Singer Sargent-Master copy painting workshop: Learn the painting techniques of an American master. 1-4 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 26 at Zwick Academy of Fine Art, 1041 Maunakea St., 938-3861. Cost: $350.
>> Maui Arts League and Maui Plein Air Painting Invitational Committee have opened enrollment for a four-day plein air art workshop, “Finding Your Edge,” Feb. 27-March 2 with award-winning artists Jason Sacran and John P. Lasater IV. Tuition is $650 plus tax and fees before Dec. 31. ($700 later). Visit MauiPleinAirPainting.org.
>> Art instruction at the Honolulu Museum of Art: Adult and youth classes are offered year-round. Call 532-8741 or visithonolulumuseum.org/learn/classes.
>> ART S.P.R.E.E. on Kauai: Artists group meets 2 to 4 p.m. Mondays at Kapaa Neighborhood Center. Bring your own materials; all levels welcome. Free. Call 808-634-1125 or email wendyvijay@gmail.com.
>> Art lessons: Learn the basics of drawing and painting. Two-hour classes begin 12:30 and 3 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Waikiki Shore Hotel, mezzanine level. For ages 10 and older. Cost: $40. Call 927-0452 or visitartsofparadise.com.
>> “Botanical Drawing and Painting-Self Directed”: Bring #4 round brush, Bristol paper and watercolor set or watercolor pencils. Some drawing/watercolor experience is helpful. 9:30 a.m.-noon Wednesdays, Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden, no fee, RSVP required, 233-7323.
>> Botanical drawing and painting (non-instructive): 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden, free, reservations required, 233-7323. Self-directed sessions to create renderings of plants, flowers, seeds and pods from the garden. Bring supplies.
NOTICES
Call to Artists: The “Peace for All” art show runs through Jan. 15 at the Honolulu Country Club, 1690 Ala Puumalu St. Artists may enter up to six pieces from 8:30 to 9 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 27 in the lobby. Email Jennifer Rothschild, onoaloha@hawaii.rr.com or call 286-5675. Opening reception 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 4.
Call to Artists: The second annual Ho’omaluhia New Year Invitational will be held during the month of January at the main gallery of Ho’omaluhia Gardens in Kaneohe. Artists must submit images by Dec. 1 to lindaumsteadillustrations@gmail.com. Gardens is the theme and all mediums are accepted. Greg Pai is the juror, and there are three awards which will be presented. Cost: none.
Toyota Hawaii invites keiki 15 years and younger to draw their dream cars. Entries accepted through Jan. 13, 2017. Ten entries in each age category will be selected for final judging on Feb. 27, with one entered through the People’s Choice Competition. Age categories: under 8, 8-11 and 12-15. Submit 11 x 17 artwork to any Toyota Hawaii dealership or mail to Toyota Dream Car Art Contest, c/o Toyota Hawaii, P.O. Box 2788, Honolulu, HI 96803. Visit toyotahawaii.com/Dream-Car-Art-Contest.