Editorial

"Talking Story"

There’s an ongoing "festival of arts" throughout the lobby level of The Ilikai (Hotel Nikko Waikiki owned by Japan Airlines) on Friday & Saturday nights, complete with a spectacular fireworks display at sunset. Every other night except Sundays from 6-10:00 PM artists are also in the lobby working and demonstrating their arts, including an artist that sketches portraits as guests enjoy live music and cocktails at The Ilikai’s pool side Paddles Bar.
The Oceanic Gallery Collection is an art gallery located in The Ilikai’s lobby directly above the center escalators. They organize the nightly lobby art exhibitions and present some of the most talented artists from Hawaii and around the world. It’s a multi-cultural experience with artists displaying and selling their artwork, talking-story with the crowd. The Oceanic Gallery Collection will make a visit to The Ilikai a memorable one worth repeating. By Jan Shima

Fine Art Photography By Kim Taylor Reece

     Fine Art Photography has finally come of age. It has survived its critics and has blossomed worldwide. It had been argued that photography was not fine art, but it’s medium, depth and value has proved itself and is most vividly shown at auction houses. Man Ray pieces sell for as much as $354,000; Cindy Sherman- $96,000; Alfred Stieglitz- $398,500.
     When looking into fine art photography: ask about edition sizes; an accurate count of the number of prints, quality of paper; fiber based and or reputable quality, printing process; quality demands an archival darkroom process, validity of the artist/work; they should be well respected pioneers.
     Most inherent in the value of an image, (whether it’s a few hundred or a few thousand dollars), is that you like it!

	Doi’s Art Unveiled at Hawaii Five-O Reunion
Dexter Doi, is an up and coming artist that was born and raised in Hawaii. He is the American Savings Bank’s 1999 calendar artist. His art is in many private and corporate collections, including the State Foundation for Culture and the Arts. On Jan. 22, 1999 at the Hawaii Film Studio, the cast of Hawaii Five-0 staged a reunion in honor of their series’ 30th anniversary. Invited guests, cast and crew members gathered to reminisce and celebrate. Island Moments, CNN,		Entertainment Tonight and others covered the event. Dexter Doi was commissioned by Carey Anderson, a former prop-master for the show, to create an original painting, with portraits of the ten main characters as the dominant subject matter, to be unveiled at the reunion ceremonies. The painting is 36" x 48" and is oil on canvas, framed in Koa. There will be a limited edition collector’s poster and an open run. The painting will be permanently hung in the lobby at the IMAX Theater in Waikiki.

CASTING BRONZE
By Jan-Michelle Sawyer

The pricing of sculpture is primarily determined by three main factors: the number of pieces in the limited edition; the actual size of the piece itself and marker demand. In addition, the pricing of sculpture is also influenced by the reputation of the sculptor and by the craftsmanship of the bronze casting.
A bronze sculpture begins with the sculptor and then is turned over to the skilled hands of foundry artisans. It’s a costly process.

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ISLAND ART COMMENTARY
by Beth B. Wotkyns

    Aloha, and welcome to Hawaii, one of the most beautiful places on earth and the fourth largest art market in the United States. From the arrival of the first Polynesians, art has been integral to life in these islands. Not only have many honored artists developed and remained here, but some of the finest artists from throughout the world, captivated by Hawaii's vistas, enchanted by its clean air and incomparable light and enriched by its culture, chose to call Hawaii home.
     As Director of Livingston Galleries, I am privileged to see the work of Hawaii's best artists, both native born and imported, and I can tell you that art is thriving here.   As a grant judge for the State Foundation for Culture & the Arts I also know that public funding for the arts is in decline everywhere and art lovers will have to accept a greater role of support if art is to remain a viable career choice for the creative and gifted artists of today and tomorrow.
     I encourage you to make visiting Hawaii's fine art galleries part of your vacation plans. You will discover that our islands offer treasures not seen in the usual tourist guide books. Use H.A.N.D. as your guide and discover the wealth of talent on view. You'll also have an opportunity to support the arts and enrich your life by beginning or adding to your art collection with a work of fine art from Hawaii. I can promise you the art you purchase here will be a delight for years to come, even more so because each time you seeit you will be reminded of your visit to our beautiful islands.