PROSPECTUS
The Three Mountain Alliance, the Hawai‘i Island Art Alliance, the Department of Land and Natural Resources Natural Area Reserves System and the Wailoa Center State Park are proud to announce Hawai‘i Nei 2019, a juried art exhibition celebrating the native flora and fauna of Hawai‘i Island. Amateur and professional artists of all ages are invited to submit works of art celebrating the native plants, animals, and habitats of our beloved island, our Hawai‘i Nei.
Eligibility
All residents of the Island of Hawai‘i are eligible to participate. All works must be original (no prints or giclèes), have been created in the last two years and must not have been previously shown in any other exhibition, gallery, or website. Artwork in any medium or combination of media is welcome.
Subject
The main subject(s) of your piece(s) must be a species native to Hawai‘i Island. Native species found ONLY on other islands will not be accepted. All species found from ridge to reef on the island are acceptable. Subjects from beyond the reef, including the deep ocean, will not be accepted. Artwork highlighting non-native species, including Polynesian introductions, will not be accepted. We discourage artwork made from native species to prevent unnecessary damage and over harvesting. If a native species is used as a medium in an art piece, we strongly suggest to consider the purpose of using the native species or consider if there is a possible alternative. Please consider the place from which the species will be gathered from - is there a healthy population from which to gather? We also encourage to request permission - from the land owner and species itself. And, in picking be sure not to introduce invasive species into the area, only to take what is needed, minimize damage to surrounding species, and show gratitude. Any artwork made from an endangered species will not be accepted. If you have questions about whether your subject fits these parameters, please email Hawaii.Nei.Art@gmail.com.
How to submit (Please read carefully)
*West Hawaii participants are required to have their items boxed and ready for transport to Hilo.
East Hawaiʻi: Saturday, October 26, 2019, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Wailoa Center in Hilo
If you are in need of assistance registering your artwork online, we will be offering a kōkua day in September.
Entry Fees
Artists may enter more than one piece. A non-refundable fee for each entry will be collected with online submission. Entry fees are $15 per entry for adults. Youth (under 18) may enter their artwork for free. We will, however, gratefully accept donations in any amount towards youth entry fees ($5 suggested donation).
Media
We encourage artists to explore a variety of media including the performing arts. A television screen is available upon request to display video media. All artwork must be ready for hanging or installation, including an attached wire for framed pieces. Matted work without frames will not be accepted. No sawtooth hangers. Please visit the website for best methods to hang art. Artists are responsible for transporting heavy pieces into the gallery.
Selection
All artwork will be processed through an initial online screening and jurying. You will be notified by October 14th if your artwork has been selected for the exhibition. Final jurying and selection for awards will occur on October 30th and will be announced at the opening reception on November 1st. Artwork may not be selected for exhibition despite adherence to rules. PLEASE UNDERSTAND that your artwork may still be juried out despite adhering to all the guidelines.
Entry Divisions
There are four age divisions for entry: Adult, Elementary school (grades PreK-5), Middle school (grades 6-8), and High school (grades 9-12). Students do not need to be affiliated with a school to enter. Class or group entries are also available for adults and youth. Space is very limited for youth entries and we strongly encourage classes to either submit group entries (one piece) or to hold a contest in their class and submit the winning artwork. For adult entries, there will be separate divisions for amateurs and professionals. Artists are asked to use their discretion to choose a division. For this exhibition, a professional artist is defined as an artist who exhibits and sells work on a regular basis.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded for all divisions including youth. For the adult divisions, 1st and 2nd place awards will be given to professional and amateur artists. For all youth divisions, 1st place and honorable mentions will be awarded. A cash prize of $300 will be awarded for adult Jurors’ Choice.
Featured Category
Each year, Hawaiʻi Nei selects a Featured Category to highlight a special species, theme, or event. The 2019 Featured Category is Kō ā kai: Marine Species of Hawaiʻi Island. The ocean plays an integral role throughout Hawaiʻi and holds an abundance of precious natural resources. The ʻuku koʻakoʻa, or coral polyp is the first species to be born in the Kumulipo. For this yearʻs exhibition, we ask artists to dive into the ocean realm of Kanaloa and celebrate the nearshore native marine plants and animals that make up our coral reef ecosystem. Artists are welcome to include outer edge species that often come into the reefs such as the koholā (the humpback whale), naiʻa (spinner dolphin) and the ulua (giant trevally).
While the Featured Category is meant to help inspire artist, artwork is NOT limited to this yearʻs Featured Category. However, all artwork entries must depict a native species to Hawaiʻi Island. Keep in mind, species that are specifically endemic to other islands will not be accepted. REMEMBER, Prize categories are NOT limited to the featured category. The Featured Category is intended to showcase current topics within our native ecosystems.
Sales
All selected adult entries are required to be for sale; youth entries are not. If artwork is sold during the exhibition, 60% goes to the artist and 40% will go to the Hawai‘i Island Art Alliance and the Three Mountain Alliance Foundation, which will help support fine arts in the community as well as native species protection and environmental education. Minimum sale price for artwork is $20. Artists may also donate their portion of the sale as a tax-deductible gift.
Opening & Exhibition
The exhibition will begin on November 1st with an opening reception. The reception will commence at 5:00pm at Wailoa Center in Hilo. Winners for all age divisions will be announced and prizes awarded along with along with music, crafts and refreshments. Artwork will be displayed at the Wailoa Center from November 1st - December 12th, 2019.
For More Information
Visit our website, http://www.hawaiineiartcontest.org or our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/HawaiiNei.
For questions, contact the Hawai‘i Nei planning committee at Hawaii.Nei.Art@gmail.com.
All residents of the Island of Hawai‘i are eligible to participate. All works must be original (no prints or giclèes), have been created in the last two years and must not have been previously shown in any other exhibition, gallery, or website. Artwork in any medium or combination of media is welcome.
Subject
The main subject(s) of your piece(s) must be a species native to Hawai‘i Island. Native species found ONLY on other islands will not be accepted. All species found from ridge to reef on the island are acceptable. Subjects from beyond the reef, including the deep ocean, will not be accepted. Artwork highlighting non-native species, including Polynesian introductions, will not be accepted. We discourage artwork made from native species to prevent unnecessary damage and over harvesting. If a native species is used as a medium in an art piece, we strongly suggest to consider the purpose of using the native species or consider if there is a possible alternative. Please consider the place from which the species will be gathered from - is there a healthy population from which to gather? We also encourage to request permission - from the land owner and species itself. And, in picking be sure not to introduce invasive species into the area, only to take what is needed, minimize damage to surrounding species, and show gratitude. Any artwork made from an endangered species will not be accepted. If you have questions about whether your subject fits these parameters, please email Hawaii.Nei.Art@gmail.com.
How to submit (Please read carefully)
- All artwork must be registered online by October 11th: www.hawaiineiartcontest.org. For all adult entries, we are using a new platform for registration called CaFE, allowing artists to have more time for a higher quality presentation.
- An online profile must be created to submit artwork.
- A photo of the artwork is required for registration (species screening and initial jury will be based on this photo).
- Photo must be a JPEG or JPG, under 5MB and 1200 pixels or larger on the longest side.
- Initial online screening and jurying will take place Oct. 12th.
- Drop off of accepted artwork:
*West Hawaii participants are required to have their items boxed and ready for transport to Hilo.
East Hawaiʻi: Saturday, October 26, 2019, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Wailoa Center in Hilo
If you are in need of assistance registering your artwork online, we will be offering a kōkua day in September.
Entry Fees
Artists may enter more than one piece. A non-refundable fee for each entry will be collected with online submission. Entry fees are $15 per entry for adults. Youth (under 18) may enter their artwork for free. We will, however, gratefully accept donations in any amount towards youth entry fees ($5 suggested donation).
Media
We encourage artists to explore a variety of media including the performing arts. A television screen is available upon request to display video media. All artwork must be ready for hanging or installation, including an attached wire for framed pieces. Matted work without frames will not be accepted. No sawtooth hangers. Please visit the website for best methods to hang art. Artists are responsible for transporting heavy pieces into the gallery.
Selection
All artwork will be processed through an initial online screening and jurying. You will be notified by October 14th if your artwork has been selected for the exhibition. Final jurying and selection for awards will occur on October 30th and will be announced at the opening reception on November 1st. Artwork may not be selected for exhibition despite adherence to rules. PLEASE UNDERSTAND that your artwork may still be juried out despite adhering to all the guidelines.
Entry Divisions
There are four age divisions for entry: Adult, Elementary school (grades PreK-5), Middle school (grades 6-8), and High school (grades 9-12). Students do not need to be affiliated with a school to enter. Class or group entries are also available for adults and youth. Space is very limited for youth entries and we strongly encourage classes to either submit group entries (one piece) or to hold a contest in their class and submit the winning artwork. For adult entries, there will be separate divisions for amateurs and professionals. Artists are asked to use their discretion to choose a division. For this exhibition, a professional artist is defined as an artist who exhibits and sells work on a regular basis.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded for all divisions including youth. For the adult divisions, 1st and 2nd place awards will be given to professional and amateur artists. For all youth divisions, 1st place and honorable mentions will be awarded. A cash prize of $300 will be awarded for adult Jurors’ Choice.
Featured Category
Each year, Hawaiʻi Nei selects a Featured Category to highlight a special species, theme, or event. The 2019 Featured Category is Kō ā kai: Marine Species of Hawaiʻi Island. The ocean plays an integral role throughout Hawaiʻi and holds an abundance of precious natural resources. The ʻuku koʻakoʻa, or coral polyp is the first species to be born in the Kumulipo. For this yearʻs exhibition, we ask artists to dive into the ocean realm of Kanaloa and celebrate the nearshore native marine plants and animals that make up our coral reef ecosystem. Artists are welcome to include outer edge species that often come into the reefs such as the koholā (the humpback whale), naiʻa (spinner dolphin) and the ulua (giant trevally).
While the Featured Category is meant to help inspire artist, artwork is NOT limited to this yearʻs Featured Category. However, all artwork entries must depict a native species to Hawaiʻi Island. Keep in mind, species that are specifically endemic to other islands will not be accepted. REMEMBER, Prize categories are NOT limited to the featured category. The Featured Category is intended to showcase current topics within our native ecosystems.
Sales
All selected adult entries are required to be for sale; youth entries are not. If artwork is sold during the exhibition, 60% goes to the artist and 40% will go to the Hawai‘i Island Art Alliance and the Three Mountain Alliance Foundation, which will help support fine arts in the community as well as native species protection and environmental education. Minimum sale price for artwork is $20. Artists may also donate their portion of the sale as a tax-deductible gift.
Opening & Exhibition
The exhibition will begin on November 1st with an opening reception. The reception will commence at 5:00pm at Wailoa Center in Hilo. Winners for all age divisions will be announced and prizes awarded along with along with music, crafts and refreshments. Artwork will be displayed at the Wailoa Center from November 1st - December 12th, 2019.
For More Information
Visit our website, http://www.hawaiineiartcontest.org or our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/HawaiiNei.
For questions, contact the Hawai‘i Nei planning committee at Hawaii.Nei.Art@gmail.com.