Downtown Art Center to Present the First Exhibition Of Works By Members of Comic Jam Hawaiʻi, November 3-17, 2023

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Downtown Art Center to Present the First Exhibition Of Works By Members of Comic Jam Hawaiʻi, November 3-17, 2023
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Date: Friday - 11/3/2023
Time: 5:30 to 8 p.m
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1040 A Nuuana Avenue
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Honolulu (October 2023) – From November 3 through 17, 2023, Downtown Art Center (DAC) will present the first gallery exhibition of works by members of Comic Jam Hawaiʻi, a group of local artists that was established in 2011. The exhibition “Comic Jam Hawaiʻi: Talk Story, Draw Story” will feature art from 22 members of Comic Jam Hawaiʻi, with a mix of comic book style, cartoon, manga, fantasy, and sci-fi art.   The free, public Opening Reception will be held on First Friday, November 3, from 5:30-8 p.m.  Located in the second floor Courtyard Gallery at DAC, this exhibition will feature the art of: Jon J. Murakami, Napua Ahina, Darin Trinidad, Devin Oishi, Jeff Pagay, Drew Gutierrez, Kanila Tripp, Jeff Langcaon, Conny Jolitz, Chantell Bulac, Reece (Nobu) Yasuda, Kris Lohman, Shanlee Konanui Yeung and her daughter Mia (Whimsy Abound!), PraiseJesus Artis, Rich Rodriguez, Robert Jacob, Brett Okamura, Comic Hawaiʻi (formerly Lime Media Hawaiʻi), Reid Kishimoto, Michael H. Cannon, Dennis Imoto, and Mark Gould.

Comic Jam Hawaiʻi is a community of local artists, ranging from professionals to hobbyists. Since 2011, they have come together to create collaborative cartoons, illustrations, and sketches while talking story. Everyone is welcome, regardless of their skill level, and participants are encouraged to have fun and join in wherever they feel comfortable.

The group’s gatherings, known as "Jams," are casual and informal, similar to a musical jam session. They initially met at Coffee Talk in Kaimuki, then later relocated to Kahala Mall, before settling at Pearlridge Center. The group will also meet at local public libraries and other welcoming locations where they can draw and chat. Additionally, members of the group volunteer at local events, hosting art workshops and presenting art-related panels for both keiki and adults.

Through community outreach and public drawing events, Comic Jam Hawaiʻi hopes to counter any resistance to the idea of comic art or cartooning as a legitimate art form. This exhibit is an extension of their outreach efforts, and they hope that visitors will enjoy the art on display and be inspired to create some of their own.  For more information on the latest exhibitions, events, classes, and public art works projects offered by Downtown Art Center, visit downtownarthi.org.

About Downtown Art Center (DAC):
Located in the Chinatown Gateway Plaza building at 1041 Nuʻuanu Ave., Second Floor, the nonprofit Downtown Art Center is an exhibition gallery and educational space for Oʻahu's arts scene. DAC is a thriving center for the arts, providing display space to showcase local artists and art organizations, classrooms for arts instruction, and more. DAC is dedicated to the revitalization of Downtown/Chinatown Honolulu through culture and the arts.
Parking for DAC is located at nearby municipal parking lots (onsite at Chinatown Gateway Plaza, parking entrance off Bethel Street) or at Mark's Garage (entrance at 22 S. Pauahi St.). DAC is easily accessible by public transit as well; get directions, routes and timetables at www.thebus.org.

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About the Downtown Art Center (DAC):
Located in the Chinatown Gateway Plaza building at 1041 Nuʻuanu Ave., Second Floor, the nonprofit Downtown Art Center is an evolving gallery and workshop space for Oʻahu's arts scene. DAC strives to become a thriving center for the arts by providing display space for local artists and art organizations, workshop classrooms, performances, and more. Support DAC and help it grow at donorbox.org/downtownartcenter!

Parking for DAC is located at nearby municipal parking lots (onsite at Chinatown Gateway Plaza, parking entrance off Bethel Street) or at Mark's Garage (entrance at 22 S. Pauahi St.). DAC is easily accessible by public transit as well; get directions, routes and timetables at www.thebus.org.
 

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Downtown Art Center to Present the First Exhibition Of Works By Members of Comic Jam Hawaiʻi, November 3-17, 2023

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