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MOKUHANGA Japanese Woodblock Printing Workshop – Saturdays October 24th – November 14th

The iconic image of the ‘Great Wave’ by Hokusai or Hiroshige’s landscapes are examples of “Mokuhanga”, the term used to describe traditional Japanese woodblock printmaking. This relief printing technique differs from western woodcut methods in that an image is carved onto a piece of wood and water-based sumi ink, watercolor and nori (rice paste) are […]

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Home Herbalist Workshop Part 3 with Heather Penfield, May 30th

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Join Heather Penfield on May 30th, from 10am – 1pm at VAC Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village (19-4074 Old Volcano Road).Beginners Welcome! Learn the art of making effective body care products at home. Discover local plants & herbs with germ fighting, immune boosting properties. Watch products being made from start to finish, including: lip balm,

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Ira Ono portrait - artist in action at Volcano Art Center

Business of Art with Ira Ono, Saturday, May 23rd

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The popular “Business of Art” workshop by Volcano artist Ira Ono returns to Volcano Art Center. He will help you navigate basic business principles in this one-day intensive workshop. From the initial pros and cons of being your own boss to copyright basics to branding your product, you’ll discover what’s right for you and your

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Create a Needle Book Workshop – August 2nd

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Join us to create a needle book with Lisa Louise Adams and Robin Scanlon on Sunday, August 2nd, from 1pm -4pm. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to sew your own needle book using upcycled fabrics—perfect for organizing needles, pins, and small sewing essentials. No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity and any favorite

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Liko Aʻe Summer Camp – June 8th – June 12th

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The Volcano Art Center will be offering a weeklong Summer Camp at VAC’s Niaulani Campus from June 8th – 12th, from 9:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M. The camp is open to keiki ages 8-14. $250 per child/ $230 for members of VAC. Bring snacks, a lunch, water bottle, jacket, and a smile for tons of

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VAC Ongoing Ceramics Program

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We are thrilled to have you join our creative community. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore various techniques, work with different clays and develop skills at your own pace. Feel free to ask questions, share ideas and connect with fellow potters. We encourage collaboration and creativity. Let us make beautiful pieces together and

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Papermaking Workshop with Mary Milelczik, June 27th

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Join artist Mary Milelzcik for a Papermaking workshop on Saturday, June 27, from 10 am to 2:30 pm at the Volcano Art Center in Volcano. Newcomers and Advanced students are welcome. $85/$80 plus $50 for fiber pulp, plant dyes and pigments, prep, and supplies. This workshop will introduce you to papermaking from learning how to make a mould and deckle, to recycling heavy

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Ohia in the Mist – Acrylic Painting Class with Puakea – June 27th

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Join Puakea Mercado Soares on June 27th, from 10am – 1pm at VAC Niaulani Campus (19-4074 Old Volcano Road) in Volcano Village. Step into the enchanting world of Volcano and let your creativity rise like morning mist. In this gentle and inspiring acrylic painting class, you’ll explore the art of blending cool, neutral tones to

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VAC Biennial Quilt Show: CALL TO ARTIST

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Peace By Piece: Quilts of Comfort and Connection Volcano Art Center (VAC) is proud to announce its 6th biennial quilt show, Peace By Piece.In Peace by Piece, we invite fiber artists and quilters to explore how fabric, pattern, and stitch become acts of care, healing, and unity. This year VAC invites fiber artists in various

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Zentangle® Basic & Beyond with Lydia Meneses – June 13th

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Join Lydia Meneses on June 13th , from 10am – 1pm at VAC Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village. Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. There are no mistakes in Zentangle Art. As you first glance at a Zentangle art piece it appears intricate and complicated. But, when

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Cooking with Canoe Plants Part 3 with Heather Penfield – June 6th

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Cooking with Canoe plants Part 3 with Heather Penfield on June 6th, at VAC Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village (19-4074 Old Volcano Road), from 10am – 1pm. ALL NEW RECIPES! BEGINNERS WELCOME! In this workshop you will: • Learn the history and uses of the first edible plants brought to Hawaii. • Explore five or

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Worth Of Water – Sculpture Garden

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The Volcano Art Center (VAC) proudly announces a new exhibition of sculptural works titled the Worth Of Water at the Niaulani Sculpture Garden, located at VAC’ s Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village. The outdoor exhibition opens on Sunday, Dec. 17th, and will be on display through January of 2026. Artists with works selected for this

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MOKUHANGA Japanese Woodblock Printing Workshop – Saturdays October 24th – November 14th

Home Herbalist Workshop Part 3 with Heather Penfield, May 30th

Business of Art with Ira Ono, Saturday, May 23rd

Create a Needle Book Workshop – August 2nd

Liko Aʻe Summer Camp – June 8th – June 12th

VAC Ongoing Ceramics Program

Papermaking Workshop with Mary Milelczik, June 27th

Ohia in the Mist – Acrylic Painting Class with Puakea – June 27th

VAC Biennial Quilt Show: CALL TO ARTIST

Zentangle® Basic & Beyond with Lydia Meneses – June 13th

Cooking with Canoe Plants Part 3 with Heather Penfield – June 6th

Worth Of Water – Sculpture Garden

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