The Mendonca Building's
unique Courtyard is open again for First Friday. A tour of the 10 newly
renovated Artist Studio Lofts that have been added upstairs
will be offered on request. Applications for tenancy are still being
considered by HAPA. For further information, see their
website: http://chinatownartistslofts.com
SANDY SAWIN is new
to the Courtyard although she had the good fortune to be born in
Hawaii. Her creativity and interest in art blossomed in her
drawings and paintings even as a young child. One of her favorite
things was spending hours at the Art Academy dreaming of being an artist one
day. Determined and self taught, she is now living that
dream. Her vibrant use of color transforms canvas and glassware into
unique works of art, hand painted with aloha.
OSVALDO FLORES comes
to the Courtyard from Buenos Aires. He was exposed to many
expressions of art at an early age. Prospering in the field of cinema
and video editing, he never lost his passion for photography. Now,
semi-retired, he is free to pursue this artistic expression. His
trained eye and creative flair transform even everyday subjects into wondrous
works of art with an almost mystical quality. His fulfillment comes
not just from the finished work but also from the joy of its
creation.
WILBERT “BERT” WONG
JR. returns to the Courtyard with his unique Monstera
leaves. From Honolulu Community College through the Iron Workers
Union, he became inspired by other metal artists on HGTV, SPIKE and National
Geographic. Bert, intrigued with the Monstera leaves that grew
up in his mother’s garden, decided to pursue his love for the arts. The
natural holes in the leaves illustrates a unique quality, while the way they
grow so closely together, demonstrates the bond of Hawaii’s people to
their O`hana. The pieces that you see created are all designed from
individual leaves traced onto aluminum; hand cut, filed, welded, and painted
with copper. Finally, the leaves are treated with special paints and
acids for the patina effect. They may be used as art for indoor wall
hangings, sconces, and outdoor dОcor; to enhance a front gate or the
outside of a home.. Custom designs as well as mailbox stands are
also available upon request.
Bert Wong will be holding a $5.00 raffle to win a two Monstera sculpture piece (valued at $300) at the One Night Stand in the Chinatown Courtyard on Smith Street. Winner does not have to be present to win.
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JULES SCHAPER will be
returning to the courtyard with her musical
husband. She will be showing her unique and very colorful
batik-like paintings on rice paper, mostly with a Hawaiian
theme. Additional work of hers can be seen
on <http://Printscapes.com>Printscapes.com.
KENJI CROMAN was
born in Hawaii and uprooted at a young age. He reflects upon his life visually
through images from his photographs. He has had the opportunity of traveling
throughout the world -overflowing with deep meditation. With travel, he
spiritually envelops his senses to encapsulate the landscapes, cultures, tastes,
smells, and people. Two years ago in South East Asia, he was able to focus on
photography full-time and concentrate on his own unique style as a photographer
and artist. He was invariably moved by the people and energy of the land
visited. Currently back in Hawaii, he continues to be inspired by the people,
ocean and landscape and takes as many photos as
possible. www.gokenji.com
JOHN
JOHNSON is a freedive photographer whose international
award-winning works have appeared in the Smithsonian Institute and the
Natural History Museum of London. He has been featured on KHNL and KGMB and his
images have been published in a variety of local publications, including Hawaii
Skin Diver, Star Bulletin, and the Honolulu Advertiser. See his website
at <http://www.OneBreathPhotography.com/>www.OneBreathPhotography.com and
join him in the amazing world under the waterline. Or just come to
Chinatown to see a sample of his amazing images—all captured on a single
breath of air underwater.”
Kate Wagner will be providing her Box dinners from the
Starpoint CafО. She always has some interesting pieces of art inside
to view while you eat. Some of the artwork is her own originals and
her friends contribute some.
Otis
Schaper, husband, father, surfer, and singer/songwriter will
be taking an evening break from managing surfboard production at The
Factory in Wahiawa. Otis recorded a classic rock flavored CD titled
“Meet The Strangers” with his band of 12 years, The Strangers, in
2008. He is currently finishing his debut solo record and writing songs for a
children’s record inspired by his daughter, Kawehi.
Enter into the Chinatown
Courtyard on Smith Street through the stand of bamboo at the Blue Dragon Gate or
from the Maunakea Street doors. This event is free and open to the
public.
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