The Waimea Arts Council announces a call for young artists in North Hawai`i for its 41st Annual Nā `Ōpio Youth Art Show. This show coincides with National Youth Art Month which falls in March. Young artists in grades 6 through 12 residing in the North and South and Hāmākua districts are invited to submit their original works of art for this year’s show. This popular event has provided an ... Read more
Events
CHERRY BLOSSOM HAIKU AND WATERCOLOR CLASS – FEBRUARY 1
Celebrate spring with a free art and poetry class during the Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival Participants will write own haiku on the theme of cherry blossoms and illustrate it in watercolor with guidance from Waimea Arts Council artists. Drop in at the Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library Meeting Room on Saturday February 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All are welcome to join. All materials ... Read more
Visiting Artist Talk: Akira Satake – “Essential Elements”
Ceramics artist Akira Satake will give a talk on Essential Elements on Saturday January 18 in the Firehouse Gallery. The event will run from 4 - 5:30 pm and light pupus will be served. If you're interested in attending, please RSVP to waimeaartscouncil@gmail.com. The Firehouse Gallery is located at 67-1201 Mamalahoa Hwy in Waimea. ... Read more
Call for Art: A Sense of Place
Waimea Arts Council members are invited to submit artwork for our upcoming March/April show: A Sense of Place. This exhibit will showcase artwork capturing the essence of Hawaiian locales, from lush rainforests to golden beaches and volcanic craters. An opening reception will be on Saturday March 1 at 3-5 pm. Submit artwork to the Firehouse Gallery by February 23. Show installation will be ... Read more
BIG ISLAND BLOOMS – January and February 2025
The Waimea Arts Council is honored to present Big Island Blooms, the 32nd Annual Blossoms Show. This captivating exhibition brings together the exquisite floral artistry of Big Island creators. The exhibiting artists' works highlight Hawaii's unique and vibrant flowers, beautifully rendered in various mediums. Experience the beauty of Hawaii's flora through the eyes of its local artists. Come to ... Read more
Only in Hawaii Mini Show – January 4 – 26, 2025
Artist Doug Perrine's "ONLY IN HAWAII" mini show opens Jan. 4 in the back gallery room of the Firehouse Gallery. The show features photographic prints on both paper and metal, mostly in small, affordable sizes, showcasing some of Hawaii’s most beautiful endemic birds, fishes, plants, and invertebrates.. Doug Perrine is widely regarded as one of the world's foremost marine wildlife ... Read more