Tuesday, December 4, 2012

DECEMBER en PLEIN AIRE

Aloha Artists, Aloha December! 
 Well, this is the last month of 2012, so lets use it with some panache. I'm sending my aloha and good vibrations for a beautiful holiday season to you all, and wow, 2013 is almost upon us!  I am looking forward to yet another year of painting outside on our beautiful island. Me ke aloha Pumehana, AM

 DECEMEBER SCHEDULE-every Thursday, 8am, bring your own stuff and paint quietly--

6-WAI'ULI BEACH PARK/Keaukaha, Hilo. Kalaniana'ole Ave to just before Richardson's Beach Park. Turn into the large parking area with 5 pavilions in a row. Views from every vantage, tide pools, wave action, across the bay views, all with a Mauna Kea backdrop; lovely Hamakua is on the horizon. Facilities, and water available.
13-HILO BAY/Canoe Landing,Hilo. Off of Kamehameha Ave. Turn into the parking area and proceed through the open gates to the canoe landing areas, we should be well distributed along the shore or by the halau. There's lots of parking, bathrooms, and water. Nice bay & town views. The canoes (wa'a wa'a) lend bright color punches, and the sheds (halau) are wonderful structures.
20-KING'S LANDING-Keaukaha, Hilo. Kalaniana'ole Ave. to the end, through the yellow gate and then along the shoreline dirt road, turn into the last entrance on the makai side. The painters will be along the shoreline there. Shady, wild and fun. Lua, no water.
27-Prince Kuhio Kalaniana'ole Beach Park- Just after "The Ponds" restaurant, makai side. A small entrance that I sometimes miss & have to turn around to :), has a sign, but for some reason, I don't see it, even tho I know where it is! Shade, picnic areas, views of boats, and shallow waters. Has a lua, & water. 
 Have a splendid Holiday Season, and I hope to see you out there!       pau.  Amy Markham 

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

NOVEMBER PLEIN AIRE SCHEDULE

NOVEMBER NOTES- 
 Aloha Artists, Aloha November!  
Ah, November... a very lovely time of year. The days are starting to cool down, and are certainly getting shorter. Our painting group begins at 8am, but these days very few show up at that time. Guess it's just busy lives colliding with Thursday Paint days. I find that many artists show up mid day, or even later, and then paint till sundown. The optimum light is of course in the early hours, but the afternoon light is a close rival in beauty, and we fondly call it the "Lavender Hour". I recall past Thursday sessions when painters were out and set up at 630 am or so.  This is now a thing of the past I suppose. I usually show up around 9 am, and maybe one or two others will be there-- the morning shift. Actually it really makes no difference, whatever time works best for you is the best time to be there. November hosts two favorite community art shows. At the EHCC, The Fall Show, and at the Wai'loa, The Hawai'i Nei Show. November 2nd is also First Friday, and everything will be festive and alive; it's Downtown Hilo's annual Black and White Night too. Shops are open, revelers are in the streets dancing to live streetside music, it's a real fun night in sleepy old Hilo. There will even be a ball at the Kaikodo Bidg. I hope you stop into One Gallery to see me.
NOVEMEBER SCHEDULE-
every thursday, 8am- sunset, bring your own stuff, don't talk too much
1- WAI'ULI BEACH PARK- Hilo, Keaukaha- just before Richardson's. 5 round pavilions in a row, facilities, water, lots of views. We meet here every first Thursday of each month, just to convene and catch up. I usually use it as open studio time, bringing along paintings that need some work, and  spend most of my day painting in the gorgeous outdoor light.  Occasionally I take the time to swim a bit too..  This month some of the painters are opting to take advantage of the full moon and paint into the evening. Bring a bit of light, seeing your palette is always a challenge. Kalaniana'ole Ave. 
8- REED'S BAY- Hilo, Banyan Drive- On Banyan Drive just before "The Pond's" restaurant. Great views, pretty little scenes with sail boats and sweet overhanging trees. No Facilities other than port a pottys, so keep that in mind. Water. 
15-OLD PEOPLE'S PARK--Hilo/behind Suisan Fish Co- nice views of Hilo Bay Front & canoe halau, under old monkey pod trees. I hope Mauna Kea decides to show off. Water, no facilities. Lihiwai St to the first left after the Suisan parking lot, small park, nice big tree.
22- HILO BUS STATION- Thanksgiving paint out-- we meet down at the bottom of Haili St or somewhere like that and paint down town Hilo "clutter free". The streets are empty and things are calm. It's great. Paint first, can feast laters.    :)     Happy Thanksgiving
29-HAKALAU VALLEY- Hamakua, Hakalau- Up the coast from Hilo about 13 miles, turn makai on Old Mamalohoa Hwy, and coil down the road to the valley. We usually set up on the side where you have to drive through the stream bed. Don't be afraid to drive through, unless the water is raging. 
Great views, quiet time, and well tended. Water, no facilites but has lua.      PAU.
Rod Cameron's Euro Wkshp, gunna be a blast! 

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

OCTOBER SCHEDULE en PLEIN AIRE

ALOHA ARTISTS, ALOHA OCTOBER...
So sorry this post has taken so long to become a reality--- seems it just doesn't get created 
until the last minute these days, & then I have to actually sit down & blog--- ho hum.... 
This evening Im sitting here wishing it wasn't so darn humid. The days have been voggy, dry and hot hot hot...... However, the vog fortunately seems to burn off as the day progresses.
Anyhow, Im looking forward to returning tradewinds, and a bit of evening rain.  

SCHEDULE- (start time 8am, but show up when you like, artists come and go all day)
4-WAI'ULI- pau.
11-RAIDO BAY- Hilo Bay, Keaukaha- Also known as Kuhio Bay, this spot is located just off of Kalaniana'ole Ave. From Hilo go past Hilo Harbor, turn right (makai) at the first "beach access' entrance after the Harbor Entrance.  Artists usually paint along the breakwater or to the side by the small boat harbor. Great views, a quiet day.
18-WAI'PIO VALLEY- Hamakua... look for the spectacular valley at the end of the road, just past Honokaa, and Kukuihaele. All day session.
25-BABY BEACH-Hilo, Keaukaha- Kalaniana'ole Ave to Onekahakaha Rd- turn makai & take the first left, Apapapane Rd. to Lihikai, makai turn and drive all the way to the shore... another spot of lulling beauty and good times... 
pau.   See You There! 

Monday, September 3, 2012

SEPTEMBER en PLEIN AIRE SCHEDULE

SEPTEMBER NOTES-
Aloha Artists, Aloha September! 
September is known to be dry and sunny, but lately the weather has been very unruly, raining most of August and even being chilly. There is just no telling what will happen, we'll have to play each day "by ear". No matter, outside painters are a tough lot. One spot in this month's schedule is a private property location. I have been to this land before, about 15 years ago. I can still remember the beautiful long views-- displaying all of which can be seen from mauka Pepeekeo to the ocean's horizon. Gorgeous. Another point that should be highlighted is the continuing Figure Drawing at EHCC, downtown Hilo. Every Tues night, a very talented group gathers upstairs at the Cultural Center to draw from a live model. Short poses, and long (20 min). Start time is 6pm, fee is 10.00. A true bargain.  Other thoughts that are swimming around in my noggin are of the first whales of the season being sighted.  I am psyched to see our friends back,  I have missed their spectacular Hawaiian Water Shows.... 
SCHEDULE-every Thursday, start time 8am, except where noted. Artists show up when it works for them, so people come and go for most of the day, and some stay for the entire day... self start.
6- WAI'ULI BEACH PARK-Hilo, Keaukaha- Kalaniana'ole Ave down the shoreline- Wai'uli is the beach park just before Richardson's Beach. 5 round pavilions in a row, plenty of parking, beautiful views. Now that school is back in session, competition should be minor. This is where we meet every first Thursday of each month-- it's a good place to catch up with the others, work on paintings that need some TLC, and even do a sweet lil painting. 
13- LANG PROPERTY- listed by Leslie in her email as "Shannon's Property", the land is actually owned by the Lang Ohana, of which Shannon is a part. It is so lovely and gracious of the Lang Ohana to open their beautiful scene to the painting group. Shannon and Steve are the owner's of High Fire Gallery, in downtown Hilo. Outstanding long views, old style houses, and interesting out buildings. Private property sites are always fun and have new and interesting things to use as subjects. The owners ask that no one arrive until after 9am. From Hilo take Hamakua Hwy (19) to Kulaimano Rd. This is an "easy to find" road, the first left after the Pepeekeo Post office. Turn Mauka on Kulaimano Rd, and drive up to the end where you'll see a large black gate. On your left you will notice 3 driveways- take the one on the right, the uppermost paved one. You will notice a mailbox (Lang), a "no outlet" sign, and the address 28-570, proceed up this long driveway. You are welcome to paint along the driveway or you can go on and find a place up by the houses. Shannon's house is the upper house with the red roof. There's a few dogs, the one that may come and greet you is mostly blind so keep that in mind while navigating where you park. No one bites. 
Best to call Leslie Sears if you have a question- 310-2456411
20-MOKU OLA (Coconut Island), Hilo, Across from Liliuokalani Park- Can enter by walking bridge or boat :), but if you're not up for that little trek, the parking lot has provided hours of amusement for the group on many occasions. Lovely across the bay views, shady trees and interesting stuff. From the parking lot there's also a great view of little island too.
27- PARADISE PARK CLIFFS- Puna, From Keaau-Pahoa Hwy, turn onto Paradise Drive, about 4 miles down, turn right on Beach Rd. drive to the end. Walk to the cliffs...... some shade, lots of "surf on pali" action going on. Can also be accessed by Maku'u, turning instead left onto Beach, where it will eventually dead end (where the ocean overtook the road) Both sides have lovely views, so up to you. Last time I was there someone had butchered down all the large shady ironwoods, so Im not so sure whats happening there presently, but it is lovely.
PAU.


Tuesday, July 31, 2012

AUGUST en PLEIN AIRE

ALOHA AUGUST, ALOHA ARTISTS!
Here it is August already (& the rain is still falling!).. aw well--it is hurricane season, so I do keep in mind that a little rain is much better than a hurricane! Well, Im not quite sure of the schedule yet, but as soon as it's sent to me I'll publish it. I do know that this Thursday we'll be at good ol' Wai'uli Beach park.... be there or be square.. It'll be beautiful and we are fortunate to have those great sturdy pavilions to shelter us in these quickly changing weather patterns.... just another something to consider when you paint outside. Anyhow, show up this Thursday for our usual monthly kickoff and enjoy the beauty of squalls pushing across the sky, and the mystery of the windward side's illusive sunshine blessing us with warmth as we watch in rain in town.......

AUGUST SCHEDULE- meet time is 8am, but show up when you can, we usually are there for most of the day-- no rules, except to respect the other painters space...
2) WAI'ULI BEACH PARK- Keaukaha- Kalaniana'ole Ave to Wai'uli Beach Park- located just before Richardson's, makai side, lg parking area, pavilions. Forever views, and all kinds of sea action. We meet here Every First Thursday of every month. Facilities.
9) BABY BEACH-Keokea Point, Keaukaha, Kalaniana'ole Ave. to Onekahakaha Rd. turn makai, turn left immediately onto Apapane Rd. to Lihikai, turn right.. go to the end, drive through the gate. Great location. No facilities, bring your own water. 
16)THE ISLES- Hilo- Liliuokalani Park area- Behind Nihon Restaurant- At Suisan, turn makai onto Lihiwai Rd. go to the one way, then turn left into the parking area. We are usually by the portable lua. Water available. 
23) CARLSMITH BEACH PARK-  aka "4 Mile", Keaukaha. Kalaniana'ole Ave to Carlsmith Beach Park. Sm. Parking area in front. Nice views.. shady trees. Facilities. 
30) HAKALAU VALLEY BEACH PARK-  Hamakua- From Hilo, Hwy 19 to Hakalau. Just past Honomu, Turn makai on Mamalohoa Hwy. Follow road down.. the road splits at valley bottom, you can go north vallery side or cross the river (it's usually safe) & go the other side. Most of us paint on the side you have to cross over to. Either way, it's lovely. River & ocean views. Facilities. 
pau.  C U THERE :)

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

JULY en PLEIN AIRE SCHEDULE

ALOHA ARTISTS, ALOHA JULY! This is the month of celebrating independence and the welcoming of Hurricane season. While many call this time of year "summer",  it can be very wet and not at all very summery. Here in Hawai'i is still the wet season, things will start to dry out around August/September, so we should make note of this weather as outside painters. Keep your raingear handy, we still have some precipitation ahead. Paintings will be full of tonal ambiance to encompass all the lovely moments of the frisky sky action. This month we have mostly Hilo locations, and right at the month's end we hit Ala Heiau, at the shoreline in Paradise Park Puna. Back in the day, Hawaiian Paradise Park was part of the enormous Shipman Ranch which extended from about Fern Forest subdivision in Upper Puna, to the shores of Mid Puna, bordering Hawaiian Homelands at Maku'u. At some point in the early 1960's this large swatch of land was subdivided and sold as 1-3 acres lots. 

SCHEDULE- 8am start, come prepared. I always advise to bring your own water.

5- WAI'ULI BEACH PARK/Leleiwi, Keaukaha, Hilo- Located just before Richardson's Beach Park, it is distinguished by the 5 oceanside Pavilions, large parking areas, and beautiful views. Water and bathrooms available. 

12-KUHIO KALANIANA'OLE BEACH PARK, Keaukaha, Hilo- Kalaniana'ole Ave to the first park just past The Ponds Restaurant. Pretty ocean views across Reeds Bay of private boats, and ancient old palms.  Water, and lua.

19-LILIUOKALANI PARK/Hilo, This beautiful Japanese style park, with wandering paths, well-kept ponds, gorgeous ocean views is postcard perfect. The land was donated by Queen Liliuokalani with the agreement that it would become a Japanese Style park. Her legacy lives on. Large green-ways, Tori Gates, red pavilions, a curved Moon Bridge, and lots of smaller bridges are placed along glistening ponds shaded by great old trees punctuated by moss covered pagodas. An artists feast for sure. 

26-ALA HEIAU, Puna, Paradise Park- Take Maku'u all the way to the ocean (approx 4 miles), turn right at the bottom, Ala Heiau Road. Drive to the end, taking care to not block the fisherman access,
a small little opening loosely defined as a 'road'.  One of favorite spots due to the spectacular views and wonderful ocean breezes. Don't miss this spot. 

Have a great month, paint for sure, and show up when you can!


Thursday, May 31, 2012

JUNE SCHEDULE/en plein aire

Aloha Artists, Aloha June!

 Here's June with it's lovely long balmy days, & it's warm sappy sunsets. It's always a benefit to outside painters to have nice long days-- all the more time to bust out some paintings. This group has been going strong for almost 5years now. If you haven't had a chance to participate, or haven't shown up in a long while, I think it's time to take the time. The 'rules' are simple, just grab your supplies & show up. It is said that it's a 8am start time, but realistically, everyone just rolls up to the site when they can. The only real rule is to not be disruptive to the other painters. Respect the space and energy that is happening as you arrive. Do not roll up to a paint site with friends or whoever and proceed to stand around and visit. Thursday Paint day is all about painting, not really so much about anything else. Anyhow here's locations for June, enjoy! 

JUNE SCHEDULE every Thursday, 8am, bring your own stuff


7-WAI'ULI/KEAUKAHA/Kalaniana'ole Ave. -- every First Thursday-- non-stop beauty, everyone knows how to find us..facilities and fresh water & swimming too..
14-AMAU'ULU/HILO/ private property of Julianna Ziegler- Wainaku Ave to Amau'ulu Rd. Turn Mauka, up about 4.3 miles.. way above Hilo. You will come to an open gate, pass through, at the first gate on left turn in. Two large grey houses and ample parking. Loads of barnyard animals, quaint stream, and long views of Big Island countryside. Covered areas in case of rain. Thanks so much Julianna!
21-KA'IE'IE ROAD/PAPA'IKOU- Hamakua Hwy to Kaieie rd. on the Mauka side. Private Property owned by Tammy Stellanova. Turn up, follow along for about 3/4 mile, turn at beige water tank on left side- it is an unmarked old rd.. follow along, you will come to a smaller road/drive with a or nge house in view. This is Tammy's place. Follow thru to the house, but please don't show up before 8am, this is a private residence. Mahalo, Tammy!
28-BREAKWATER/RADIO BAY/HILO-Kalaniana'ole Ave to just past the GasCo. & Aloha Petro. a small beach access rd. Turn makai, follow down. Lots of views, some quiet spots, and some wild ocean action.  Facilities, no fresh water. 
Pau.       (with aloha, Amy)

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

MAY en Plein Aire

Aloha May, Aloha Artists!  The plein air schedule for this month sticks close to town,  the farthest reaching locale is Pepeekeo. Next month school will be out for break, and the beaches will surge with kids, families, and our slow quiet little sessions will be different. Alas, I always find this the best time to head out of town. Hopefully our schedule next month will be some places off the beaten path. Far from the maddening crowds-- if you know what I mean.....

THE SCHEDULE-
MAY
3- WAI'ULI  BEACH PARK- Keaukaha , Hilo- Kalanianaole Ave to Keaukahaha, just before Richardson's. Parking, lua, 5 round pavilions in a row. Views for ever and a day... always gorgeous, 
always beautiful.. find a quiet nook and set up.
10-OLD PEOPLE'S PARK- Hilo, behind Suisan- Lihiwai  street, past Suisan parking lot, turn left (makai), follow around to the parking lot... some big old monkey pod trees, a view of the small boat harbor, Hilo Ba y Shoreline with town views behind... very nice.
17-BABY BEACH-KEOKEA POINT- Keaukaha, Hilo- Kalanianaole Ave to Onekahakaha Rd, turn left then take the first left again, follow down to the first right, down to the shoreline gated parking..... nice small beach, little breakers, and some nice slope views..
24-LOW STORE/PEPEEKEO/ONOMEA- Scenic Route on the Pepeekeo side. A small bright store, with a park across the way. We can set up in the park and paint from there.... the church people are usually pretty  kind. 
31-KINGS LANDING/Lehia Beach/PUMAILE/Keaukaha- From Hilo, Kalanianaole Ave to the very end. Pass thru the gate, and drive along the dirt road until you see the painting group, we'll be towards the back... always wonderful, always wild......... 
pau. 

Saturday, March 31, 2012

APRIL en plein aire

Aloha April, aloha artists!

April is always special on the windward side of Moku Nui (Big Island) Hawai'i... Merrie Monarch brings the entire vibe of hula into everything and everywhere. Town explodes with flowers, visitors, horses, fabulous aloha wear, craft fairs, kumu hula, vibrant dancers, and
gorgeous music. The energy of Hilo soars, and laughter lights the nights, it is a good thing.
As painters we can ride on the coat tails of all the hoopla and get into the swing of it..
Our painting schedule is wonderful, I hope you can join in!

APRIL SCHEDULE-

5- WAI'ULI, Keaukaha, Hilo- Kalaniana'ole Ave to the park just before Richaradson's. Our Headquarters. We meet here every first Thursday of each month. Fabulous views, it never fails.
12-WAILOA RIVER MOUTH- Kamehameha Hwy, Hilo. Across the River mouth from Suisan. Located across from the old Iron works bldg. There's a turn in to the shore line area Hilo side of Suisan Bridge, turn into entrance and loop back towards the river, there is a parking area and public facilities. Boats, Suisan views, Hilo Bay and some nice old monkey pod trees
19-HAKALAU VALLEY, Beach Park, Hakalau Hamakua- From Hilo, approx. 12 miles, or just past Honomu, turn makai onto Old Mamalahoa Hwy, follow past old mill site and into the valley. When you come to the place where the river runs over the road, don't be shy, just pass over it.. it's really minor. Unless of coarse the river is running hard!
26-KILOHANA, Saddle Rd.- Kaumana Dr. to the 43.5 mm. Turn Rt. onto dirt rd, go pass hunter's station. Painters are usually about 1/2 mile up or so.. you'll see us.. porta potty (foul).
If the gate is locked, the alternate location is just up the rd a bit to the next rd on the opposite side of the Hwy, at the Girl Scout Camp.. Phone service spotty.

OTHER MUSINGS-

FIRST FRIDAY EVENTS- EHCC- OPENING- Spring Show
-ONE GALLERY
WELCOMING THE ARTHUR JOHNSEN GALLERY HUI
art, friends, pupu, libations, music and good fun
FIGURE DRAWING- EHCC- Tuesday evenings 6-9pm, $10.00, uninstructed, in the EHCC annex, contact: Bob Weiss (808) 217-9791 or scrimdog@gmail.com
LIFE DRAWING-
Arthur Johnsen's Puna studio. Every Saturday morning, 9-11:30 am. Uninstructed. for more information: tukoart@aol.com

KOHALA PLEIN AIR PAINTERS – North side- Friday's from S. Kohala to Hawi,
Bob Appleman (808) 345-4034, or kohalapleinairpainters@gmail.com

WEST HAWAII PLEIN AIR PAINTERS,
S. Kona, Kailua, N. Kohala, Waimea,
Richard Rochkovsky; art@the-architech.us

AHALANUI WARM PONDS/ART DAY-
Lower Puna, Friday's at 9 am. Ahalanui Warm Ponds just off the infamous Red Road, between Pohoiki & Kapoho.
WATER COLOR with VINCE CALLAGHER- Beginning/advanced, watercolor: Private lessons available. Vince 557-1270 or vince.callegher@gmail.com
SILK PAINTING with PATTI PEASE JOHNSON -
HPP studio, max. 3 studts/ various styles, tools & materials. $46 supplies provided. Ongoing. ph. 966-8861 or pattij3@hawaiiantel.net
HIGH FIRE GALLERY- A fine art gallery & studio in downtown Hilo- New classes continually. Ceramics & more.Check website for details: www.highfirehawaii.com

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

MARCH en PLEIN AIRE

Aloha March, aloha artists! As I sit writing this, a hard rain is falling from a sky of solid grey. I can barely see across Hilo Bay. We've certainly gotten a lion's share of precipitation since January. This is wonderful for the aina, but not so wonderful for artists. We're hoping for a slice of sunshine at least on Thursday. As for our regular Thursday painting sessions, feel free to show up when it works best for you. When you get to the location, remember that artists must be self starters, so set-up where you have a great vantage and get into it. Amazingly artists will magically appear, - like mushrooms. 8am is the start time, but often times no one shows up til 10 or so. The start time depends on location, weather, and other random and undetermined variables.

MARCH SCHEDULE- every Thursday.
3/1- WAI'ULI BEACH PARK- KEAUKAHA, HILO- Kalaniana'ole Ave to just before Richardson's beach park. Makai side, lg. parking area, pavilions, facilities avail. Wonderful views.
3/8- SADDLE RD./Kipuka Ainahou/26 mm- Snow is on the summits, so it's time to brave the elements! Always a chilly but rewarding adventure! Kipuka Ainahou is a pull out just off of Saddle Rd., just before Mauna Kea/Mauna Loa access roads. No facilities, but can go to Mauna Kea State Park. Interesting trees, rock formations, ancient walls, and those breathtaking mountains. Bring warm clothes, water, and supplies.
3/15-PRIVATE HOME-HAMAKUA (PAPAIKOU)- The home of artist Tammy Stellanova. Great long views, country roads, mountain & ocean views. Facilities. From Hilo, to Papaikou.. Pass Kalaniana'ole school. Between 7 & 8 mm, Ka'ie'ie Rd (mauka side), turn up there... up approx.
3/4 mile, you'll see a lg. water tank (beige), turn left there, paved one lane un-named. The house is bright orange.. address on mailbox 27341. Head through gate, park on grass.. do not show up before 8am. THANKS TAMMY!!
3/22-ALA HEIAU-PUNA, Paradise Park, Maku'u Rd.- From Hilo, take the Kea'au-Pahoa hwy to Maku'u rd. Turn Makai, head all the way to the bottom, approx 4miles. At the bottom turn right on Ala Heiau Road. Drive to the end, park with aloha. Fantastic views, a big favorite.
3/29-HILO BAYFRONT CANOE LANDING- Hilo Bay- From Hilo town- Enter Bayfront Park from Pauahi Street, turn right, follow down passing the various canoe halau (long house), and parking near the bright turquoise & yellow public bathrooms. Gorgeous views, bright colors..

OTHER MUSINGS-
FIGURE DRAWING- EHCC- Tuesday evenings 6-9pm, $10.00, uninstructed, in the EHCC annex, contact: Bob Weiss (808) 217-9791 or scrimdog@gmail.com
LIFE DRAWING-
Arthur Johnsen's Puna studio. Every Saturday morning, 9-11:30 am. Uninstructed. for more information: tukoart@aol.com

KOHALA PLEIN AIR PAINTERS – North side- Friday's from S. Kohala to Hawi,
Bob Appleman (808) 345-4034, or kohalapleinairpainters@gmail.com

WEST HAWAII PLEIN AIR PAINTERS,
S. Kona, Kailua, N. Kohala, Waimea,
Richard Rochkovsky; art@the-architech.us

AHALANUI WARM PONDS/ART DAY-
Lower Puna, Friday's at 9 am. Ahalanui Warm Ponds just off the infamous Red Road, between Pohoiki & Kapoho.
WATER COLOR with VINCE CALLAGHER- Beginning/advanced, watercolor: Private lessons available. Vince 557-1270 or vince.callegher@gmail.com
SILK PAINTING with PATTI PEASE JOHNSON -
HPP studio, max. 3 studts/ various styles, tools & materials. $46 supplies provided. Ongoing. ph. 966-8861 or pattij3@hawaiiantel.net
HIGH FIRE GALLERY- A fine art gallery & studio in downtown Hilo- New classes continually. Ceramics & more.Check website for details: www.highfirehawaii.com

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

FEBURARY en PLEIN AIRE SCHEDULE

ALOHA ARTISTS, ALOHA FEBRUARY! Well, better late than never-- sorry 'bout the delay.
Anyhow, Feb. should bring us better weather as our beautiful trades ease their way back.
Well it's a "short" month... so we'll make the best of it.

FEB. SCHEDULE--
2/WAI'ULI/Keauakaha, Hilo- Kalaniana'ole Ave.--just before Richardson's Beach Park. Pavilions, Beautiful Views, facilities available.
9/"WAIAKEA PUBLIC FISHING AREA", HILO. - Not really a crowd favorite, but nice if you've never painted there. The old purple building does have it's charm, and moments of pretty reflections in foreground pond. Mostly everyone will probably move around the pond or over to the area with the boats instead. We've all painted the building a number of times.
16/CARLSMITH BEACH PARK/KEAUKAHA, Hilo- Kalaniana'ole Ave.--also known as "4 Mile". It's not 4 miles from anything I can figure out, so it's must be called that for a reason unbeknownst to me. Lovely ponds, ocean, whales, great shady trees.. fab. across the bay views. Located a mile before Richardson's, w/ facilities available.
23/Toulouce Gallery/Onomea/North of Hilo, take the "4 mile scenic Route" on old Mamalohoa Hwy. about 2 or 3 miles makai to Gallery Touloce. It's a vintage plantation building, the color of dijon mustard... Look for sweet signage and purple trim... park on the grass please.. Great long views, a fun time always. Charming old buildings & large old trees.

OTHER MUSINGS-

FIGURE DRAWING- EHCC- Tuesday evenings 6-9pm, $10.00, uninstructed, in the EHCC annex, contact: Bob Weiss (808) 217-9791 or scrimdog@gmail.com
LIFE DRAWING-
Arthur Johnsen's Puna studio. Every Saturday morning, 9-11:30 am. Uninstructed. for more information: tukoart@aol.com

KOHALA PLEIN AIR PAINTERS – North side- Friday's from S. Kohala to Hawi,
Bob Appleman (808) 345-4034, or kohalapleinairpainters@gmail.com

WEST HAWAII PLEIN AIR PAINTERS,
S. Kona, Kailua, N. Kohala, Waimea,
Richard Rochkovsky; art@the-architech.us

AHALANUI WARM PONDS/ART DAY-
Lower Puna, Friday's at 9 am. Ahalanui Warm Ponds just off the infamous Red Road, between Pohoiki & Kapoho.
WATER COLOR with VINCE CALLAGHER- Beginning/advanced, watercolor: Private lessons available. Vince 557-1270 or vince.callegher@gmail.com
SILK PAINTING with PATTI PEASE JOHNSON -
HPP studio, max. 3 studts/ various styles, tools & materials. $46 supplies provided. Ongoing. ph. 966-8861 or pattij3@hawaiiantel.net
HIGH FIRE GALLERY- A fine art gallery & studio in downtown Hilo- New classes continually. Ceramics & more.Check website for details: www.highfirehawaii.com
pau.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

2012!JANUARY..en plein aire

E komo mai, January! Aloha Artists! Well, I was hoping that since we aren't experiencing "el nino" or "la nina" weather patterns, we'd somehow be vog free this January, but my hopes are officially dashed. High pressure weather systems that bear down just north of Kauai and create the unfortunate Kona (or south) Winds are in motion. This means Vog for much of the islands, especially Hilo being up close & personal to Madame Pele. Anyhow, we'll make do as they say. We've some great locations lined up, & we'll see how it goes. It's always a fantastic thing to be in the field & painting with fellow artists. Perhaps to make up for the junk weather we'll see some frolicking whales......!

SCHEDULE-


ALOHA JANUARY!!!!
JANUARY SCHEDULE, EN PLEIN AIRE

5- WAI'ULI- Wai'uli Beach Park, Keaukaha, Hilo, (aka.Leleiwi). O On Kalaniana'ole Ave. in Keaukaha. Kalaniana'ole Ave. to Wai'uli Beach Park, just before Richardson's. Parking, pavilions, bathrooms, & water.

12-ISSAC HALE BEACH PARK / Pohoiki, PUNA – We got rained out here last month, so here’s a retry. A couple of us painted in spite of the rain, and it’s a truly magnificent spot. Between Kapoho and Kalapana, this recently developed beach park as pavilions, great luas, a huge parking area, and best yet – GORGEOUS views from multiple vantage points. All the amenities make it a little crowded in summer, but at this time of year it’s perfect for painting. And maybe we’ll see whales! Head for Pahoa, then take 132 toward Kapoho. Just past the Lava Tree park, the road forks, take the right fork, which is the Pahoa-Pohoiki Rd. Enjoy the beautiful mango tree tunnel (and watch for speeding surfers).

19- HAKALAU VALLEY – Loads of river, ocean, & valley views... spectacular! Nice lawn, picnic tables, parking, easy set up. From Hilo, take Hwy. 19 to Hakalau (immediately past Honomu) turn makai on the old Mamalahoa Hwy. Follow the road down the hill to the valley (approx. 1mile). The Road splits at the valley floor. One choice is the north side of the river, the other choice is the Hilo side. To get to the Hilo side of the river you use the small bridge that the River is flowing over... it's not that scary, the water is usually only a few inches deep. Never cross if the water looks angry or heavy... But then you know that :) No drinking water, bring your own. Porta Luas.

26- BABY BEACH-, Keaukaha, – A Hilo beach park that’s off the beaten path... Head down Kalaniana'ole Ave turn left on Onekahakaha Rd. Make a quick left onto Apapane Rd, then right on Lihikai Rd. At the end of the road, park and walk down to a lovely, protected beach with swimming, trees, lava framed pools and Mauna Kea across the bay. A lovely new spot for us! No facilities – walk to Onekahakaha for restrooms.

OTHER MUSINGS-


FIGURE DRAWING- EHCC- Tuesday evenings 6-9pm, $10.00, uninstructed, in the EHCC annex, contact: Bob Weiss (808) 217-9791 or scrimdog@gmail.com
LIFE DRAWING-
Arthur Johnsen's Puna studio. Every Saturday morning, 9-11:30 am. Uninstructed. for more information: tukoart@aol.com

KOHALA PLEIN AIR PAINTERS – North side- Friday's from S. Kohala to Hawi,
Bob Appleman (808) 345-4034, or kohalapleinairpainters@gmail.com

WEST HAWAII PLEIN AIR PAINTERS,
S. Kona, Kailua, N. Kohala, Waimea,
Richard Rochkovsky; art@the-architech.us

AHALANUI WARM PONDS/ART DAY-
Lower Puna, Friday's at 9 am. Ahalanui Warm Ponds just off the infamous Red Road, between Pohoiki & Kapoho.
WATER COLOR with VINCE CALLAGHER- Beginning/advanced, watercolor: Private lessons available. Vince 557-1270 or vince.callegher@gmail.com
SILK PAINTING with PATTI PEASE JOHNSON -
HPP studio, max. 3 studts/ various styles, tools & materials. $46 supplies provided. Ongoing. ph. 966-8861 or pattij3@hawaiiantel.net
HIGH FIRE GALLERY- A fine art gallery & studio in downtown Hilo- New classes continually. Ceramics & more.Check website for details: www.highfirehawaii.com
pau.