LIFE in COLOURS　2012 Exhibition in Hawaii

LIFE in COLOURS is a project originated from the ideas of Akihiko Izukura, a natural textile artist, proposing many ideas of dyeing and weaving based on the ancient view of life and nature in Japan and through extensive research of the history of the art of dyeing and weaving. LIFE in COLOURS will be held in Hawaii, where we can witness the beautiful coexistence of people living within nature, sense of spaciousness of the natural environment and the rigorousness behind it. We will also witness the radiant sun and abundant colours found in the island, as well as the many gods living within natural environment. The exhibition in Hawaii is a great opportunity for Akihiko Izukura, as a natural textile artist, to be reborn and to offer the stage to reunite man, nature and fabrics.

EXHIBITS

An experience not to be missed. Walk through tunnels of silk, get up close and personal with natural-dyed curtains draped among the trees by this innovative artist.

Place: Academy Art Center, Honolulu Academy of Arts:
Date: January 15 - February 15, 2012
(Opening Reception on 1/15 at 5:30 pm)

Place: University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa’s Commons Gallery, Art Building:
Date: January 17 - January 27, 2012
Exhibits are free and open to the public.


WORKSHOPS AT THE ACADEMY ART CENTER

Learn the secrets of silk and create sculpture and wearable art with innovative dyeing and weaving techniques devised by Izukura, as well as his Zero Waste approach to design.
Find workshop information at: http://www.honoluluacademy.org/learn/ classes/izukura_workshops


PUBLIC LECTURE ON ART AND SUSTAINABILITY AT UHM

Izukura is respected throughout the world for his commitment to sustainable practices. Learn more:
January 17, 2012, 6:30 p.m., Art Auditorium