May Schedule/en plein aire

Aloha May..! We've heard the poem celebrating "May Flowers" & everyone loves "Lei Day", so maybe it's not too bizarre to expect a bit of sunshine to bust out long enough to encourage fresh blooms & some humming bee action. Lately rain seems to be the predominant theme. In any case, it's best to keep our brushes moving in a space of creativity. Recently I've noticed an abundance of art opportunities around our fair island. Whether you working in a group, independently, or prepping for a show/exhibition, workshops to hone your skills & opportunities to expand yourself & your muse abound. When working en plein aire It's important to be a self starter, know your focus, and to keep it simple. If you don't enjoy working solo, grab a friend and set up together. When working in a group be considerate of other artists, keep a respectful distance, refrain from constant chatter, and don't bring along non-artists. Painting sessions aren't picnics- there's Artists at Work! The "keeping it simple" means carrying enough supplies to do your thing, but not to be burdened like a pack animal (it's a fine line). When artists set up & get to work, something happens, a shift. If you check it out- you'll easily notice the vibe of creativity. The mood is content and charged at the same time, a very amazing environment indeed. I feel so fortunate to work along side of each and everyone of you who have shown up and made it happen... Mahalo nui loa! You'll notice that this month's locations are all about Beach Parks. The reason is simple, come June school is out, visitors are abundant and the beach parks will become very lively. This is a chance to paint at these comfy locales before they get all fired up with the summer scene. Carpe Diem!

SCHEDULE-(Thursday 8am or so (Hawaiian time), no fees, no formal critique, bring your own stuff)
May 7-WAI'ULI/LELE'IWI BEACH PARK-Keaukaha/ Just before Richardson's Beach Park, makai side, 5 round pavilions in a row, orange life guard tower on the point.
May 14-AHALANUI WARM POND- Puna/just outside of Pahoa on Red Road between Isaac Hale Beach Park and Kapoho/coverage, pretty pond, rock walls, coco trees.
May 21-RICHARDSON'S BEACH PARK- Keaukaha/Last park on Kalaniana'ole Street, blk sand beach, beauty and gentle trees.. a wonderful spot.
May 28-CARLSMITH BEACH PARK- Keaukaha- A.K.A. "4 MILE" (once the site of a Carlsmith family home lost in a tsunami), beautiful vantages
* SUNDAY May 31- PONAHAWAI STREET- on the lawn above the Tesoro Gas Station, under the coconut trees. Old style structures!!

OTHER MUSINGS-
*FIGURE DRAWING-EHCC- tuesday evenings 6-9pm, $10.00, uninstructed, in the EHCC annex, Bob Weiss 217-9791 or e- scrimdog@hawaii.rr.com
*WEST HAWAII PLEIN AIR PAINTERS- Kona-side, contact; art@the-architect.us (Richard Rochkovsky) for free schedule. South Kona to North Kohala & Waimea
*WATER COLOR w/ VINCE CALLAGHER- At a Keaukaha beach house w/ocean view. Beginning/advanced, all aspects of watercolor including: mixing, brush control, washes, and advanced techniques. Private lessons available. Tuesday 1-3:30, call Vince 557-1270 or email
*FIGURE DRAWING WORKSHOP-w/ ROSE BARBER- a monthly 4.5 hr. single long pose figure wkshp at her Hawaiian Paradise Park Muse Studio. Model is ala the selected master artist/ 45$ per session. *Rose also teaches a basic Figure Drawing Class- or themusestudio@gmail.com or (808)430-8552
*SILK PAINTING with PATTI PEASE JOHNSON - At her Hawaiian Paradise Park studio, max. 3 students, use of different styles, tools and materials. $46 includes supplies..on going classes Call 966-8861 or email
**ALOHA LUIGI's.. Hopefully everyone has been contemplating ideas or already have something in the works for this upcoming event. I'm often asked to put together a group show, & this is the second show that Luigi has granted us. This opportunity to put your work on these popular walls should feature the many aspects & views of ALOHA LUIGI'S. Subject can be the building, it's environment, or portrait of the owner, employees or patrons. All works that follow these guides will be considered for the show. Drawings, paintings, or medium of choice. The show is scheduled to be hung at Aloha Luigi's about 4 months from now (Sept-Oct) Write me with questions (if you have).. no prospectus/ other related concepts will be entertained. There is another show planned at Luigi's for the Nov-Dec. featuring straight ahead plein aire work of your choice. Please contact me for info on that upcoming show too...
PAU-
with aloha, AM