The Waimea Arts Council is honored to present Guides and Protectors, an exhibition and sale that explores the universal themes of guidance and protection. The exhibiting artists' works delve into cultural heritage, personal experiences, and imaginative realms by creating original artwork that resonate with these fundamental human experiences. Whether drawn from personal experience or spiritual ... Read more
Events
Call for Art: Guides and Protectors (September 5-29, 2024)
The Waimea Arts Council invites island artists to submit artwork that explores the universal themes of guidance and protection. We seek works that delve into cultural heritage, personal experiences and imaginative realms to create works that resonate with these fundamental human experiences. Whether you draw from personal experience or spiritual practices, we seek art that honors the profound ... Read more
Through the Lens – July 4-28
The Waimea Arts Council is excited to present Through the Lens, a photography exhibit celebrating 200 years of photographic arts. Our island artists have captured stunning images from around the world. Allow the art to take you from Alaska to Antarctica, with stops on the Danube, New Zealand and of course our beloved Hawai'i. Join us for refreshments at the Open House reception on Saturday ... Read more
Call for Art: The Art of Still Life (August 1-25, 2024)
The Waimea Arts Council is pleased to invite island artists to participate in The Art of Still Life. The term "still life" describes a work of art that shows inanimate objects from the natural or man-made world, such as fruit, flowers, dead game, and/or vessels like baskets or bowls. Looked at it another way: still life art depicts things that are "still" and don't move. Exhibition dates: ... Read more
CALL FOR BIG ISLAND ARTISTS: SQUARE ONE
Big Island artists are invited to enter “Square One,” a juried fine art show at the Firehouse Gallery Nov-Dec. 2024 and in an online exhibition. Square One will consist of square-formatted fine art in a single monochromatic color. The amount of cash awards will be determined by the number of entries. (Complete rules and prospectus here) By showcasing the beauty and versatility of monochrome art ... Read more
Call for Art: “Through the Lens” photography exhibit
The Waimea Arts Council is pleased to invite island artists to participate in Through the Lens, a show that celebrates 200 years of photographic arts. We invite island artists to use photographic media to combine composition, light, color and tones, timing and inspiration to captivate and resonate with the viewer in a meaningful and compelling manner. Exhibition dates: July 4-28, ... Read more