PROSPECTUS
The Three Mountain Alliance, the Hawai‘i Island Art Alliance, the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife, and the Wailoa Center State Park are proud to announce Hawai‘i Nei 2023, a juried art exhibition celebrating the native flora and fauna of Hawai‘i Island. 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
Only residents of the Island of Hawai‘i (Big Island) are eligible to participate. All works must be original (no prints or giclèe), 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. The definition used to define a native species is an organism that naturally arrived to Hawaiʻi without the help of humans via the 3Ws (wind, waves, or wings). It can be either endemic (found only in Hawaiʻi) or indigenous (native to Hawaiʻi and elsewhere). Artwork highlighting non-native species, including Polynesian introductions, as well as native species exclusively endemic to other Hawaiian islands will not be accepted. Artwork made from an endangered native species will not be accepted.
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. When you are 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. If you have questions about your subject and whether it fits these parameters, please email Hawaii.Nei.Art@gmail.com.
How to submit
*West Hawaii participants are required to have their items boxed and ready for transport to Hilo (artwork dimensions for transport cannot exceed 40" including packaging).
East Hawaiʻi: Saturday, October 28, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Wailoa Center in Hilo
Need kōkua? Please contact us in advance to set up an appointment if you are in need of assistance registering your artwork or have questions about native species.
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. We ask the jurying team when selecting work to consider uniqueness of the native species, quality, craftsmanship, and overall presentation. We encourage artists to look beyond the well-known native species and explore the incredible diversity of our Hawaiʻi ecosystems. You will be notified by October 9th if your artwork has been selected for the exhibition. Final jurying and selection for awards will occur 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. For the adult divisions, we will have separate categories for two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and photography work. This year we will not have separate divisions for adult professional and amateur artists.
For Teachers
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. Also, please note, there is a possibility that a student’s artwork may not get selected.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded for all divisions including youth. For the adult divisions, 1st and 2nd place awards will be given and a prize of $300 will be awarded to the adult Jurors’ Choice. For all youth divisions, 1st place, 2nd place, and honorable mentions will be awarded as well as Juror’s Choice.
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 3rd with an Open House reception. 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 November 3 - December 14, 2023.
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.
Only residents of the Island of Hawai‘i (Big Island) are eligible to participate. All works must be original (no prints or giclèe), 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. The definition used to define a native species is an organism that naturally arrived to Hawaiʻi without the help of humans via the 3Ws (wind, waves, or wings). It can be either endemic (found only in Hawaiʻi) or indigenous (native to Hawaiʻi and elsewhere). Artwork highlighting non-native species, including Polynesian introductions, as well as native species exclusively endemic to other Hawaiian islands will not be accepted. Artwork made from an endangered native species will not be accepted.
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. When you are 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. If you have questions about your subject and whether it fits these parameters, please email Hawaii.Nei.Art@gmail.com.
How to submit
- All artwork must be registered online by October 6th: How To Enter. All adult entries must register artwork online through CaFE (www.callforentry.org).
- An online profile must be created to submit artwork (adult entries only).
- 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 TBD.
- Drop off of accepted artwork:
*West Hawaii participants are required to have their items boxed and ready for transport to Hilo (artwork dimensions for transport cannot exceed 40" including packaging).
East Hawaiʻi: Saturday, October 28, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Wailoa Center in Hilo
Need kōkua? Please contact us in advance to set up an appointment if you are in need of assistance registering your artwork or have questions about native species.
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. We ask the jurying team when selecting work to consider uniqueness of the native species, quality, craftsmanship, and overall presentation. We encourage artists to look beyond the well-known native species and explore the incredible diversity of our Hawaiʻi ecosystems. You will be notified by October 9th if your artwork has been selected for the exhibition. Final jurying and selection for awards will occur 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. For the adult divisions, we will have separate categories for two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and photography work. This year we will not have separate divisions for adult professional and amateur artists.
For Teachers
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. Also, please note, there is a possibility that a student’s artwork may not get selected.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded for all divisions including youth. For the adult divisions, 1st and 2nd place awards will be given and a prize of $300 will be awarded to the adult Jurors’ Choice. For all youth divisions, 1st place, 2nd place, and honorable mentions will be awarded as well as Juror’s Choice.
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 3rd with an Open House reception. 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 November 3 - December 14, 2023.
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.