PATHS OF INK

Nov 12, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024

This exhibition features contemporary artists from Japan and Korea who pursue innovative new movements in calligraphy, amplifying age-old traditions into a contemporary dialogue.

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Exhibiting artists Etsuko Ichikawa (US/Japan), Bisei Fukushima Koshu (Japan), Michiko Hamasaki (Japan), Sogen Hirano (Japan), Ryukoku Inamura (Japan), Noriko Keitoku (Japan), Taisang Han (Korea), and Dojun Jung (Korea) will each present a selection of works that exemplify their unique takes on calligraphy. While the art form has traditionally derived from written language, each artist imbues meaning into their work in different ways, whether through the embodiment of stylized characters or through action-focused strokes. The gallery will be closed on the following dates: Thanksgiving Day (Nov 28), Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (Dec 24 & 25).

ACTIVATIONS: After Hours at the Gallery

Date: Nov 7, 2024 Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Thursday, November 7 from 5 – 8 pm in Yokouchi Pavilion & Courtyard
This special pre-opening edition of ACTIVATIONS features dynamic calligraphy performances by Bisei Fukushima Koshu, Michiko Hamasaki, and Sogen Hirano, accompanied by sound artist Max High. Food and beverage offerings available for purchase during the event. FREE Entry! Ticketed reservations required via MACC Box Office: mauiarts.org
Artist Talk: New Takes on Tradition

Date: Dec 7, 2024 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Saturday, December 7 at 1 pm in the Alexa Higashi Meeting Room
In this slide presentation, artists Etsuko Ichikawa and Taisang Han will present their respective careers and unconventional approaches to modern calligraphy.
FREE! No RSVP required
Workshop: Ink • Brush • Paper

Date: Nov 10, 2024 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Sunday, November 10 from 1 – 4 pm in Alexa Higashi Meeting Room
Bisei Fukushima Koshu, Michiko Hamasaki, and Sogen Hirano will introduce the fundamentals of ink and brush work, guiding participants in the art of calligraphy. $50 per person, includes materials. To register contact: galleryassistant@mauiarts.org

This exhibition features contemporary artists from Japan and Korea who pursue innovative new movements in calligraphy, amplifying age-old traditions into a contemporary dialogue. Their works range from traditional wall scrolls to explorations in dimensional installation, with surprising ways of thinking about the brushstroke and its potential to meet in symphony with paper. Exhibiting artists Etsuko Ichikawa (US/Japan), Bisei Fukushima Koshu (Japan), Michiko Hamasaki (Japan), Sogen Hirano (Japan), Ryukoku Inamura (Japan), Noriko Keitoku (Japan), Taisang Han (Korea), and Dojun Jung (Korea) will each present a selection of works that exemplify their unique takes on calligraphy. While the art form has traditionally derived from written language, each artist imbues meaning into their work in different ways, whether through the embodiment of stylized characters or through action-focused strokes. The gallery will be closed on the following dates: Thanksgiving Day (Nov 28), Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (Dec 24 & 25).

ACTIVATIONS: After Hours at the Gallery

Date: Nov 7, 2024 Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Thursday, November 7 from 5 – 8 pm in Yokouchi Pavilion & Courtyard
This special pre-opening edition of ACTIVATIONS features dynamic calligraphy performances by Bisei Fukushima Koshu, Michiko Hamasaki, and Sogen Hirano, accompanied by sound artist Max High. Food and beverage offerings available for purchase during the event. FREE Entry! Ticketed reservations required via MACC Box Office: mauiarts.org
Artist Talk: New Takes on Tradition

Date: Dec 7, 2024 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Saturday, December 7 at 1 pm in the Alexa Higashi Meeting Room
In this slide presentation, artists Etsuko Ichikawa and Taisang Han will present their respective careers and unconventional approaches to modern calligraphy.
FREE! No RSVP required
Workshop: Ink • Brush • Paper

Date: Nov 10, 2024 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Sunday, November 10 from 1 – 4 pm in Alexa Higashi Meeting Room
Bisei Fukushima Koshu, Michiko Hamasaki, and Sogen Hirano will introduce the fundamentals of ink and brush work, guiding participants in the art of calligraphy. $50 per person, includes materials. To register contact: galleryassistant@mauiarts.org