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

Bob Weiss

Michael Donnefeld

Amy

Rod Cameron

Gerald Murai

April Schedule/en plein aire

Aloha April! Well, the windward side of Hawaii has certainly had it's share of rain lately, almost twice the "norm", but no matter- all weather is beautiful. I always keep in mind that because of the rain, our forests, meadows, and roadside growth is vibrant and wonderful. The flowers will soon be abloom, and the sun will be warming our shoulders once again.

SCHEDULE- START 8AM (HAWAIIAN TIME) NO FEES, NO CRITIQUE, BRING YOUR OWN STUFFS

4/2-Wai'uli Beach Park-Keaukaha-just before Richardson's beach park.. 5 round pavilions, orange life guard tower on the point.. plenty parking.

4/9-Kalapana Drive-In- We are going out on the flow in front of the old Verna's. Take the Pahoa-Kalapana Hwy. to Kaimu, turn down & go to the Red Road,, turn right and go to the end of the road, about 1/4 mile.. walk out onto the flow or just paint the village area.. marvelous stuff.

4/16-Wailoa Park- in front of the Gallery.. can use the lanai if it rains, bathrooms available. Views of mountain, park, rolling hills, bridges, water, the old Iron Works bldg.

4/23-29 mile marker/ Saddle Road... I'll just say meet here cuz this is our usual favorite spot, but since recent fencing, there's less freedom of movement so we'll probably be past that marker a bit.. like somewhere around between the 29 mile marker and the 30, just look for some insane looking painters on the side of the road..

4/30-Kama'ili Cliff House- Red Road area, drive to Kaimu turn left on Gov't road towards Kapoho.. the house is on the makai side just 1/8 of a mile Kapoho side of the 17 mile marker. It is located between Kalani Resort and Opihikao. There's a for sale sign and large green pillars, two large gates will be open. We are so so lucky to have this opportunity again. Views of vent, cottages, lovely gardens.. good fun.

4/26- Sunday Morning..In front of the Tsunami Museum.... we'll see what we can pull out of this view... see you then.

OTHER MUSINGS- things of interest or not..

*FIGURE DRAWING-EHCC- every tuesday 6-9pm, $10.00, uninstructed, in the annex, Bob Weiss 217-9791 or to sign onto the email list scrimdog@hawaii.rr.com

*WEST HAWAII PLEIN AIR PAINTERS- Kona side Friday group! contact; art@the-architect.us (Richard Rochkovsky) for free schedule. South Kona to North Kohala, and Waimea too.

*WATER COLOR with VINCE CALLAGHER- At a Keaukaha beach house w/ocean view. Beginning to advanced all aspects of watercolor including: color mixing, brush control, washes, and advanced techniques. Private lessons also offered. Tuesday 1-3:30, call Vince 557-1270 or email <vince.callagher@gmail.com>

*FIGURE DRAWING WORKSHOP-with ROSE BARBER hosts a monthly 4.5 hr. single long pose figure workshop at her Paradise Park studio. The model will be set up in the style of selected master artists. The cost is 45$ per long pose session. *In addition Rose also teaches a very informative basic Figure Drawing class for artists who'd like to learn the fundamentals of figure drawing. For details and dates contact Rose at <themusestudio.com> or at themusestudio@gmail.com or by phone (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..Pattie offers on going classes Call 966-8861 or email <pattij3@hawaiiantel.net>

**ALOHA LUIGI's.. I recently proposed an exciting and fun idea to the owner of "Aloha Luigi's". An art show that depicts the many aspects & views of the small downtown eatery. Drawings, paintings, or your medium of choice. Subject can be the building, it's environment, or even a portrait of the owner, employees or patrons. Works that follow these guides will be considered for the show. The show is scheduled to be hung at Aloha Luigi's about 6 months from now. - write me with any questions you may have.. there is no prospectus.

PAU-

with aloha, AM