Workshops

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love.  Hands-on experience learning to twist and braid Hau cordage, traditionally known as ʻili hau.  Hau cordage is a strong, durable rope made from the inner bark of the hau (beach hibiscus) tree. In ancient Hawaiʻi, the lack of metal nails ment cordage was essential for daily survival.  Hau cordage was traditionally […]

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love Read More »

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take

Join us for a quick, hands-on printmaking experience  at the Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, from 11am – 12pm. Participants are invited to pull their own print from an original linoleum block created by the iconic Hawaiʻi artist, Dietrich Varez. This relaxed “make-and-take” activity connects art and nature. No experience necessary. All materials provided. $15/$10

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take Read More »

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares

Botanical Painting: Join local artist Puakea Soares at VAC Niaulani Campus where she will guide you in painting a 3.5” round ornament of rare native plants unique to Hawaiʻi Island, and specifically the Niaulani Forest. Surrounded by the lush rainforest, create your own miniature painting inspired by the beauty of the Niaulani Rain Forest. All supplies are provided.  $15/$10 members per class. Call

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares Read More »

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take

Join us for a quick, hands-on printmaking experience at the Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, from 11am – 12pm. Participants are invited to pull their own print from an original linoleum block created by the iconic Hawaiʻi artist, Dietrich Varez. This relaxed “make-and-take” activity connects art and nature. No experience necessary. All materials provided. $15/$10

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take Read More »

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares

Botanical Painting: Join local artist Puakea Soares at VAC Niaulani Campus where she will guide you in painting a 3.5” round ornament of rare native plants unique to Hawaiʻi Island, and specifically the Niaulani Forest. Surrounded by the lush rainforest, create your own miniature painting inspired by the beauty of the Niaulani Rain Forest. All supplies are provided.  $15/$10 members per class. Call

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares Read More »

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love.  Hands-on experience learning to twist and braid Hau cordage, traditionally known as ʻili hau.  Hau cordage is a strong, durable rope made from the inner bark of the hau (beach hibiscus) tree. In ancient Hawaiʻi, the lack of metal nails ment cordage was essential for daily survival.  Hau cordage was traditionally

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love Read More »

Lauhala Weaving with June Dalde

Lauhala Weaving with June Dalde. Hands-on experience of weaving with lauhala, the leaves of a Hala tree.  Hala trees are found throughout the islands and very abundant on Hawaiʻi Island. All the lauhala in these projects are handpicked and processed from local trees. The lau (leaves) are prepared and ready to be made into bookmarks, bracelets or ornaments for

Lauhala Weaving with June Dalde Read More »

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares

Botanical Painting: Join local artist Puakea Soares at VAC Niaulani Campus where she will guide you in painting a 3.5” round ornament of rare native plants unique to Hawaiʻi Island, and specifically the Niaulani Forest. Surrounded by the lush rainforest, create your own miniature painting inspired by the beauty of the Niaulani Rain Forest. All supplies are provided.  $15/$10 members per class. Call

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares Read More »

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take

Join us for a quick, hands-on printmaking experience at the Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, from 11am – 12pm. Participants are invited to pull their own print from an original linoleum block created by the iconic Hawaiʻi artist, Dietrich Varez. This relaxed “make-and-take” activity connects art and nature. No experience necessary. All materials provided. $15/$10

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take Read More »

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love.  Hands-on experience learning to twist and braid Hau cordage, traditionally known as ʻili hau.  Hau cordage is a strong, durable rope made from the inner bark of the hau (beach hibiscus) tree. In ancient Hawaiʻi, the lack of metal nails ment cordage was essential for daily survival.  Hau cordage was traditionally

Make Hau Cordage with Hui Olonā Love Read More »

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares

Botanical Painting: Join local artist Puakea Soares at VAC Niaulani Campus where she will guide you in painting a 3.5” round ornament of rare native plants unique to Hawaiʻi Island, and specifically the Niaulani Forest. Surrounded by the lush rainforest, create your own miniature painting inspired by the beauty of the Niaulani Rain Forest. All supplies are provided.  $15/$10 members per class. Call

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares Read More »

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take

Join us for a quick, hands-on printmaking experience at the Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, from 11am – 12pm. Participants are invited to pull their own print from an original linoleum block created by the iconic Hawaiʻi artist, Dietrich Varez. This relaxed “make-and-take” activity connects art and nature. No experience necessary. All materials provided. $15/$10

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take Read More »

Lauhala Weaving with June Dalde

Lauhala Weaving with June Dalde. Hands-on experience of weaving with lauhala, the leaves of a Hala tree.  Hala trees are found throughout the islands and very abundant on Hawaiʻi Island. All the lauhala in these projects are handpicked and processed from local trees. The lau (leaves) are prepared and ready to be made into bookmarks, bracelets or ornaments for

Lauhala Weaving with June Dalde Read More »

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares

Botanical Painting: Join local artist Puakea Soares at VAC Niaulani Campus where she will guide you in painting a 3.5” round ornament of rare native plants unique to Hawaiʻi Island, and specifically the Niaulani Forest. Surrounded by the lush rainforest, create your own miniature painting inspired by the beauty of the Niaulani Rain Forest. All supplies are provided.  $15/$10 members per class. Call

Botanical Painting with Puakea Soares Read More »

Life Is A Beach in Hawaiʻi

Join Puakea Soares on Saturday, September 19th at VAC Niaulani Campus from 10am – 12pm. Create your own piece of Hawaiʻi with this fun and relaxing painting class. Choose your favorite beach scene and design a beautiful keepsake ornament using acrylic paints, sand, shells, and natural elements. You can choose your  beach Punaluʻu (black sand

Life Is A Beach in Hawaiʻi Read More »

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take

Join us for a quick, hands-on printmaking experience at the Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, from 11am – 12pm. Participants are invited to pull their own print from an original linoleum block created by the iconic Hawaiʻi artist, Dietrich Varez. This relaxed “make-and-take” activity connects art and nature. No experience necessary. All materials provided. $15/$10

Varez Forest Print Pull: Make & Take Read More »

Volcano Art Center