Keiki Ceramic Workshop (2 sessions available)
Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii and Hawaii Potters' Guild present a new workshop for keiki ages 5-13 years old! Participants will learn clay-building techniques to make a ceramic koi pond. Limited spaces are available for each session!
Participants will begin making one koi fish pond which will be available for pick up in two weeks (it needs to be glazed and fired by Hawaii Potters' Guild to complete). Participants will be notified via email when it is ready for pick up.
All materials will be provided
Includes parking in the JCCH structure
Temari Hawaii 40th Trash & Treasure
Shop for unique handmade gifts, jewelry, clothing, accessories and other treasures crafted by new and veteran invited artists. Donated collectibles of textiles, ceramics, prints and more will also be available for purchase. Plus, if you get hungry from hunting for handmade goods, Bamboo Catering will be providing some ‘ono grinds!
Community partners will also be offering products, collections and treasures from their members: Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaiʻi, Mōʻiliʻili Community Center, Nichiren Sect Mission of Hawaiʻi, Hui O Laulima, Hawaiʻi Stitchery & Fiber Arts Guild and Ukwanshin Kabudan.
JCCH's gift shop will also be open during the fair from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. A purchase of $10+ in the JCCH Gift Shop comes with up to 4 hours parking!
Hawai‘i Craftsmen Annual Statewide Exhibition 2023
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.
Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony: Saturday, September 30, 6 pm - 8pm
Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 11 am - 6 pm
Lauren Hana Chai: The Fives Senses
Known for contrasting her traditional Korean upbringing with modern American life, Hawai‘i-based painter and ceramicist Lauren Hana Chai (b. 1991) includes a personal story or cultural narrative within each work of art. Her current series juxtaposes traditional elements such as Korean folk art and Buddhist temple architecture, with reflections on modern society and contemporary identity. This exhibition continues the museum’s commitment to presenting work by contemporary Hawai‘i artists.
Hinamatsuri Making - Ceramic Workshop
Hinamatsuri - March 3rd is Girl’s day! In Japan, every year on this day, families pray for the happiness and prosperity of their girls and celebrate by displaying Hina-ningyo (Hina-dolls). Let’s celebrate girls by creating our own ceramic Hina - dolls and learn some important sculpting techniques. All ages and all levels welcome!
Ceramics Workshop: Gnome Sweet Gnome
How to make your very own garden friends!
Taught by the talented Rochelle Lum and open to all ages!
Ceramics Workshop: Gnome Sweet Gnome
How to make your very own garden friends!
Taught by the talented Rochelle Lum and open to all ages!
Ceramic Coil Building Techniques for Design-Based Sculpture with Ashley Ryan Wells - Tuesdays for 3 Weeks
3-day workshop, Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. February 1, 8, and 15
Students will learn how to make sculptural and functional ceramic forms using basic coil techniques. The class will emphasize exploration of the basics of three-dimensional design in a fun, creative atmosphere. This workshop is suitable for beginners or intermediates.
SOLD OUT: 2-Day Ceramics Workshop: Love is in the Air with Rayna K. Galati & Michele Ferguson
A two-day workshop! Just in time for valentine’s day!
Join Rayna K Galati and Michele Ferguson to make large puffy heart rattles with sgrafitto (carving). Learn how to use paper stencils and silkscreens to create designs, and make your own personalized ceramic valentines, including small dishes and pendants, for your friends and family.