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!

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)

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. 

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

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

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.

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.