Call for student filmmakers! HIFF encourages student filmmakers (K-12th grade) in Hawai'i to submit works from any genre in the Student Showcase category and to submit short narratives/documentaries to the theme of "Hawai'i's Youth Leading By Example" in the Future Filmmakers category (6th-12th grade).

Finalists will have their films presented at HIFF’s Opio Fest in April and will have an opportunity to meet a celebrity youth ambassador at the awards ceremony.

K-12 students and keiki are encouraged to participate in the Honolulu Parks and Recreation Memorial Day Poster Contest, to honor those who have served.

Between now and February 27, both printed and digital entries will be accepted, in the theme "Sew a Lei for Memorial Day." Entries should depict lei-making activities or ceremonial actions associated with the Mayor’s Memorial Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl / Pūowaina).

No juror, exhibit for water media paintings not to exceed (including frame) 9"x12" up to 20 prints (5x7 or 8x10) 50 cards or packages of cards.

Important Dates:

• Entry and payment by November 27, 2022l

• Artwork Drop-off: Thursday, 12/15/22 between 10 and 11 am, or make arrangements with HWS ahead of time

• Pick-up artwork: Friday 12/30/22 from 3 - 5 pm, or make arrangements with HWS ahead of time

Opening Reception Saturday, September 17, 6 PM

Held annually since 1967, the Hawai‘i Craftsmen Annual Statewide Exhibition features the finest traditional and contemporary craft from across the state of Hawai‘i. Our juror visits each island to make public presentations and select the very best work to be included in the exhibition. 

This year the exhibition will open on O'ahu and then travel to the Schaefer International Gallery in partnership with Maui Arts & Cultural Center.

All entries must be registered online, but jurying will be held in person on all islands except Lānaʻi.

Held annually since 1967, the Hawai‘i Craftsmen Annual Statewide Exhibition features the finest traditional and contemporary craft from across the state of Hawai‘i. Juror visits each island to make public presentations and select the very best work to be included in the exhibition, which will open on O'ahu and then travel to the Schaefer International Gallery in partnership with Maui Arts & Cultural Center.

This year’s juror is Neida Bangerter, Director at Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Schaefer International Gallery, where she has overseen the curation and facilitation of exhibitions since 2009, presenting the contemporary and historic art of local, national, and international artists.

For this 4-day pop-up exhibition, artists of any caliber and experience level who have created life drawings are invited to show them off!

This short exhibition, culminating in a First Friday reception at Downtown Art Center, is a fun and informal showcase of figure drawings of all types and styles by Hawaii artists. Work may be framed or kept unframed (it can be mounted via magnets on the wall or displayed in a rack) and will be shown in the main DAC Exhibition Hall for four days.

Registration Period: NOW through May 16, 2022

This exhibition encourages participation from artists in all media who wish to explore fiber related work.

Since 1982 the Fiber Hawaii biennial exhibit has used the tag line “in, of or about fiber” to invite artists to consider fiber and textile techniques as an idea as well as a media. Fiber Hawaii 2022 entries will be juried by well-known fashion designer and creative consultant, Amos Kotomori. Amos is sure to bring a unique sense of style to the Fiber exhibit!

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! Applications Accepted Through May 16, 2022

The Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (SFCA) Art in Public Places Program is requesting qualifications from individual artists for artwork to be commissioned for various locations statewide. Applications are open on CallForEntry.org.

Sites for art may include opportunities for three-dimensional freestanding sculpture, two-dimensional images translated into durable materials, and large painted murals. Specific locations have not been announced. Through this call, the SFCA intends to establish a qualified pool of professional artists for consideration.

Questions? Contact SFCA Art in Public Places Program Project Manager Alexandra Skees at Alexandra.Skees@hawaii.gov or (808) 586-0300. All applications must be submitted through CallForEntry.org.

The International ‘Ukulele Contest is the only ‘ukulele competition in Hawai‘i where amateur musicians from all over the world come together to compete. The event’s goal is to encourage, educate and develop skills among musicians, especially youth. The hula show following the Contest is an opportunity to further the exchange and friendship between Japan and Hawai‘i featuring performances by hula students from Japan and professional dancers in Hawai‘i.

ONLINE CONTEST INFORMATION

The 11th Annual International Ukulele Contest 2022 Online
Entry Begins: Saturday, March 5th, 2022, 5pm (Hawaii Time)
Entry Deadline: Friday May 13th, 2022 5pm (Hawaii Time)
Online Live Stream Winner Announcement: Saturday, May 28th, 2022, 6pm-8pm (Hawaii Time)

Finalist Prizes (Category Prizes): 1st place for each division will receive a premium ‘ukulele from Kanileʻa ʻUkulele. 2nd and 3rd place for each division will receive a prize.

MVP: 3 night stay at Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani Hotel and the opportunity to perform on stage at the next Ukulele Picnic in Hawaii.

KZOO Radio Prize: The opportunity to have your original song broadcasted on KZOO Radio for 12 months.

Best Vocal Award: Given to only one (1) contestant from the vocal category.

Other Awards:
Best Kawaii Award
Best Dresser Award
Best Impact Award
Best Background Award
Thumbs Up Award
Best Kupuna Award (to all adults age 60 and older)
Ukulele Foundation Award
Entry Gifts:
FREE entry GIFT for KEIKI (ages 3 - 11): First 50 entries (ages 3-11 except GROUP category) will receive a Kiwaya "pic-lele" soprano ukulele sponsored by the Keiki Ukulele of Japan. This gift will be given on a first-come, first-served basis only to all eligible entries: children ages 3 years to 11 years of age, except GROUP category. The gifts are subject to availability.

The International ‘Ukulele Contest is the only ‘ukulele competition in Hawai‘i where amateur musicians from all over the world come together to compete. The event’s goal is to encourage, educate and develop skills among musicians, especially youth. The hula show following the Contest is an opportunity to further the exchange and friendship between Japan and Hawai‘i featuring performances by hula students from Japan and professional dancers in Hawai‘i.

THE 11TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL UKULELE CONTEST 2022

Contest Details
Entry Begins: Saturday March 5th, 2022 5pm (Hawaii Time)
Entry Deadline: Friday May 13th, 2022 5pm (Hawaii Time)
Entry begins Saturday March 5th, 2022 5pm (Hawaii Time)
Online Live Stream Winner Announcement: Saturday May 28th, 2022 6pm-8pm (Hawaii Time)
Live web stream will broadcast on Ukulele Picnic Official YouTube Channel.

PRIZES

Finalist Prizes (Category Prizes): 1st place for each division will receive a premium ‘ukulele from Kanileʻa ʻUkulele. 2nd and 3rd place for each division will receive a prize.

MVP Prize: 3 night stay at Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani Hotel and the opportunity to perform on stage at the next Ukulele Picnic in Hawaii.

KZOO Radio Prize: The opportunity to have your original song broadcasted on KZOO Radio for 12 months.

Special Jury Award: Given to only one (1) contestant from among all qualified finalists for his/her use and mastery of Hawaiian mele (song) in Hawaiian language during performances.

Best Vocal Award: Given to only one (1) contestant from the vocal category.

Other Awards:
Best Kawaii Award
Best Dresser Award
Best Impact Award
Best Background Award
Thumbs Up Award
Best Kupuna Award (to all adults age 60 and older)
Ukulele Foundation Award

FREE entry GIFT for KEIKI (ages 3 - 11): First 50 entries (ages 3-11 except GROUP category) will receive a Kiwaya "pic-lele" soprano ukulele sponsored by the Keiki Ukulele of Japan. This gift will be given on a first-come, first-served basis only to all eligible entries: children ages 3 years to 11 years of age, except GROUP category. The gifts are subject to availability.

CALLING ALL FILMMAKERS!

Submissions open on February 11th, 2022 for all Narrative Feature, Documentary Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary Short, Episodic (Series), Pacific Islander Showcase Features, Pacific Islander Showcase Shorts, Made in Hawai‘i Features, Made in Hawai‘i Shorts, XR Showcase, and Hawai‘i University Student. Narrative and Documentary Features across all categories from 1st or 2nd time feature-length directors will be eligible for the Kau Ka Hōkū Award. Additional competition awards include awards for Made In Hawai‘i feature and short films, and short films across all categories.

HIFF FALL FILM FESTIVAL: Submission deadlines are as follows:

• Early bird Deadline – March 11

• Regular Deadline – May 20

• Late Deadline – July 15

• Student Showcase (K-12) Deadline – Sept 19

• DKII Future Filmmakers Deadline – Sept 23

MOCA Hnl is accepting proposals for the 2022 exhibit calendars. Applications are due no later than December 1, 2021.

MOCA manages civic spaces inside Honolulu Hale such as the courtyard and Lane Gallery. These spaces are used to showcase the talents of visual artists and showcase the work of non-profit organizations and schools from our diverse community. All exhibits are free and open to the public.

To be eligible for our Community Exhibitions Program, applicants must be one of the following:

1) Practicing artist(s) working in collaboration with a local organization, non-profit, or school group, etc.

2) Non-profit organization

3) A school or university group

4) A historical group

5) An arts organization or arts community group.

REGISTER NOW - SEPT 30, 2021! For this exhibition, showing in January 2022, we invite architects, architecture students and those in architecture-related fields in Hawaii who are also active as artists to introduce their works to a larger audience. This show will explore the sources of architects' inspiration in their work and art, and attempt to stimulate and deepen the public's interest and understanding for architecture and architects in Hawaii and Downtown Honolulu.

Each year Kumu Kahua Theatre co-sponsors a playwriting contest with the UHM Theatre Department in its effort to bring new and exciting drama to the stage. Although Kumu Kahua Theatre has a strong commitment to producing the works of local playwrights in recent years they have produced several plays pertaining to Hawai‘i that have been written by non-Hawai‘i residents. Kumu Kahua Theatre recognizes that many playwrights who have moved to the mainland, for example, may have valuable insights to offer about their local experiences.