Call for Island Artists The Waimea Arts Council is pleased to invite island artists to participate in the eagerly anticipated Juried Fine Art Show, “Portal 3”, hosted at the iconic Firehouse Gallery this August and September. This year's captivating theme is "Portal," designed to ignite creativity and encourage artists to explore new realms within their artistry. With cash awards exceeding ... Read more
Events
OLA I KA WAI (Water is Life): April – May 2026
The Waimea Arts Council presents an exciting new show at the historic Firehouse Art Gallery. Ola I Ka Wai (Water is Life) displays vibrant original art interpreting the essential and spiritual connection between wai (water) and life in Hawai’i. Through diverse media and perspectives the show honors water as both a precious resource and a symbol of renewal. The show runs from April 4 through May ... Read more
Call for Art: Light and Shadow Submission Deadline May 31, 2026
Light and Shadow exhibit dates: June 6 – July 26, 2026 Light and shadow define the world we see – revealing form, creating contrast, and shaping emotion. In this members’ exhibition artists explore the interplay between illumination and darkness, both literal and metaphorical. The works invite viewers to consider how light transforms what is hidden into what is seen. Submissions limited to ... Read more
Call for Art: Ola I KaWai: Water is Life Submission Deadline March 30
Water sustains all living things – flowing through culture, memory and the natural world. In this members’ exhibition, artists interpret the essential and spiritual connection between wai (water) and life in Hawai’i. Through diverse media and perspectives the show honors water as both a precious resource and a symbol of renewal. Submissions limited to WAC members only. Artwork Submission ... Read more
2nd Annual Poetry Reading: Friday, March 27, 2026
The Waimea Arts Council in collaboration with Pacific Raven Press is delighted to host an inspiring evening of poetry on Friday, March 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. This special event will feature local and visiting poets whose work resonates with contemporary art’s beauty and emotional depth. Featured readers include Karla Brundage, Allison Francis, Kathryn Waddell Takara, Carol McMillan, Nancy Baenziger, ... Read more
Free 1st Saturday Art Class – April 4
Create a bird and habitat at the April First Saturday Art Class. In partnership with the Waimea Arts Council, Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library presents Build-A-Bird! with artist Lorrie Taylor on April 4 from 10 am to noon in the library. In this class, beginning artists 6+ will create their own bird and habitat using a selection of supplies, some bird knowledge, and their creativity. ... Read more