The Waimea Arts Council is excited to host "Elemental Balance," a group exhibition by our members, exploring the fundamental forces of nature that shape our world and our lives. Please join us at the opening reception on June 7 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. The show continues through July 27. From the whisper of wind through ironwood trees to the roar of lava meeting sea, the elements—air, earth, ... Read more
Events
Call for Art: Elemental Balance June 5 – July 27, 2025
A show to reflect on the elemental basics of nature and life. We suggest artists explore the delicate balance between air, earth, water, and fire in nature and human life. Submissions limited to WAC members only. Artwork Submission Deadline: June 1, 2025. Delivered to the Firehouse Gallery Show installation: June 2, 2025 Reception: June 7, 3-5 pm Pick-up date for artwork not sold: ... Read more
Free June 7 Art Class: Watercolor Pop-up Cards
Pop-up art cards are fun! Make one for Father's Day. The Waimea Arts Council and Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library are offering a community art class on Pop-up Art Cards. Artist Lorrie Taylor hosts the next session on Saturday June 7 from 10 am - noon in the Thelma Parker Memorial public library meeting room. Come make a card for the occasion of your choice. The cards can be as simple or ... Read more
A Triad of Expression: Fine Arts Exhibition May 2025
The Waimea Arts Council presents “A Triad of Expression,” an exciting exhibition featuring the works of three Hawaii Island artists: oil painter Seth Engstrom, wildlife artist Laurel Oglesby, and mixed-media artist Lorie Taylor. The show runs from May 1 to June 1. Seth Engstrom, a film industry artist since 1997, has a background in architecture, illustration, and fine art. Three years ago, he ... Read more
First Saturday Arts Event in Waimea May 3
Join us Saturday May 3 for Waimea's First Saturday Arts Event. The Firehouse Gallery will be participating with an the opening and reception for our new show A Triad of Expression. Our gallery will be open extended hours from 9-5 and the reception will start at 3 pm. In addition to the Firehouse Gallery, other participating organizations include Kamuela Hardwoods, Gallery of Great Things, ... Read more
Free Community Art Class “Zines!” on May 3
Do you have a story to tell? Join us at Zines! a community art class hosted jointly by the Waimea Arts Council and Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library. In this class young artists 6+ will draw a short story and create an eight page mini-magazine or zine. All materials will be provided by the Waimea Arts Council. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Artist Lorrie Taylor ... Read more