O Kalani Exhibit
O Kalani Exhibit
O Kalani is a contemporary Hawaiian art exhibit of works by Sean Kekamakupa‘aikapono Ka‘onohiokalani Lee Loy Browne and Imaikalani Kalahele. This exhibition is traveling to us through a partnership with the Honolulu Museum of Art and is curated by E. Tory Laitila, Curator of Textiles and Fashion and Historic Arts of Hawai‘i. The exhibition includes sculptures and paintings not previously exhibited.
This exhibition features two prominent contemporary Kānaka Maoli artists, Sean Kekamakupa‘aikapono Ka‘onohiokalani Lee Loy Browne and Imaikalani Kalahele, who have been active since the latter part of the 20th century during a resurgence of Hawaiian culture, a pivotal moment in the history of Hawai‘i. Drawing inspiration from stories, history, legends, and current events, and using themes from the past to create contemporary art narratives, these artists have charted their own course and helped define contemporary Hawaiian art.
The exhibit title references the Hawaiian view of a relationship with the divine, which can be translated as “from the heavens,” and also acknowledges the names of both artists. Known for his large public works of art, Sean Browne portrays historic and legendary figures and uses Hawaiian iconography in contemporary ways. Imaikalani Kalahele uses an interdisciplinary approach drawing on material from the past to current events creating art narratives.
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM