DOWNTOWN ART CENTER

in the heart of Downtown Honolulu at

1041 Nuʻuanu Ave 

ON VIEW IN THE MAIN GALLERY

DANCE ON THE EDGE

OF THE WITCHES’ CAULDRON

Curated by Tom Klobe, this important exhibition features renowned Hawaiʻi artists who have, throughout their lives, pushed beyond all borders. In other words, they have danced on the edge of the witches' cauldron, balancing between the fire on one side and the boiling stew on the other. Five artists are featured in the exhibition: Fred Roster, Pat Hickman, Allyn Bromley, Sally French, and Linda Kane.

Mahalo to sponsor Sharon Twigg-Smith for her generous support of this exhibition.

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CURRENT & UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS

Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
DAC VOLUNTEER ART SHOW
Apr 3
DAC VOLUNTEER ART SHOW

A showcase of art by our wonderful volunteers.

DANCE ON THE EDGE OF THE WITCHES' CAULDRON
May 1
DANCE ON THE EDGE OF THE WITCHES' CAULDRON

Curated by Tom Klobe, this exhibition five artists who have, throughout their lives, pushed beyond all borders: Fred Roster, Pat Hickman, Allyn Bromley, Sally French, and Linda Kane.

Mahalo to sponsor Sharon Twigg-Smith for her generous support of this exhibition.

HAWAIʻI CRAFTSMEN: FIBER HAWAIʻI 2026
Jun 5
HAWAIʻI CRAFTSMEN: FIBER HAWAIʻI 2026

This biennial exhibition challenges artists to create works “In, Of, or About Fiber".” More information at hawaiicraftsmen.org/fiber2026.

ELEMENTAL SYNERGY
Jul 3
ELEMENTAL SYNERGY

An exploration of the interplay of earth, air, fire, wood, and water, expressed through diverse techniques and artistic media. More information TBA.

HAWAIʻI'S WOODSHOW: Na Laʻau O Hawaiʻi
Aug 7
HAWAIʻI'S WOODSHOW: Na Laʻau O Hawaiʻi

An annual showcase of craftsmanship, innovation, and fine woodwork using Hawai’i-grown woods. More information TBA.

HAWAIʻI CRAFTSMEN: Annual Statewide Exhibition 2026
Sep 4
HAWAIʻI CRAFTSMEN: Annual Statewide Exhibition 2026

Juried works of traditional and contemporary craft selected from across the state of Hawai`i. More information TBA.

HAWAIʻI WATERCOLOR SOCIETY: Open Exhibition 2026
Sep 29
HAWAIʻI WATERCOLOR SOCIETY: Open Exhibition 2026

A juried selection of fine water media by local artists. More information TBA.

ARTISTS OF HAWAIʻI: Biennial 2026
Nov 6
ARTISTS OF HAWAIʻI: Biennial 2026

The state’s largest and longest-running all-media juried exhibition, designed to showcase the best of Hawai`i’s contemporary art.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Events List
DAC STORYTELLING NIGHT with Special Guest Dean Carrico
May 16
DAC STORYTELLING NIGHT with Special Guest Dean Carrico

Part of DAC’s monthly storytelling series in partnership with Honolulu master storyteller Jeff Gere.

Join Dean Carrico: punk musician, journalist, bartender, and author of "Dean’s List: Conversations with a 6am Bartender.”

Saturday, May 16 from 6-7:30 PM, $10 Per Person in the 2nd Floor Classroom.

DAC UNBIRTHDAY PARTY
May 17
DAC UNBIRTHDAY PARTY

Celebrate the magic of transformation at this whimsical afternoon event inspired by butterflies. Walk the red carpet into a vibrant gathering featuring live music by local band ESD (Every Single Day), creative art activities, and complimentary pizza, cookies, and tea.

Sunday, May 17 from 2-4 PM, $20 per person in the DAC Classroom, register ahead of time!

QUIRKY CRAFTERS: Mini Charity Craft Show
May 24
QUIRKY CRAFTERS: Mini Charity Craft Show

Join Quirky Crafters for a fun day with friends, as you shop from a curated collective of local crafters, while also helping to support local charities!

Sunday, May 24 from 11 AM - 4PM, FREE and open to the public in our 2nd Floor Classroom.

DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu
Jun 20
DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu

Historian Gary Coover and artist and educator Susan Hogan lead this walking tour of the HEART district of Downtown Honolulu. A unique way to experience the historical and artistic heritage of this area.

Saturday, June 20 from 10 AM - 12 PM, $20 per person, only 20 slots available—register ahead of time!

DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu
Jul 11
DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu

Historian Gary Coover and artist and educator Susan Hogan lead this walking tour of the HEART district of Downtown Honolulu. A unique way to experience the historical and artistic heritage of this area.

Saturday, July 11 from 10 AM - 12 PM, $20 per person, only 20 slots available—register ahead of time!

DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu
Aug 15
DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu

Historian Gary Coover and artist and educator Susan Hogan lead this walking tour of the HEART district of Downtown Honolulu. A unique way to experience the historical and artistic heritage of this area.

Saturday, August 15 from 10 AM - 12 PM, $20 per person, only 20 slots available—register ahead of time!

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES

Class List
BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Jungle Landscapes
Jun 4
BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Jungle Landscapes

$60 Per Person Per Session - All skill levels, Watercolor.

Part of Michelle Dolan’s ongoing Thursday drop-in series. Each class is standalone and can be purchased separately.  

This session centers on jungle landscapes and focuses on texture and brush strokes.

ABSTRACTION Using Watercolor and Collage with George Woollard
Jun 6
ABSTRACTION Using Watercolor and Collage with George Woollard

$125 Per Person Per Session — All Skill Levels, Watercolor & Collage. Ages 16+.

One of two separate sessions taught by George Woollard, focusing on the principals of composition, shapes, lines, balance, and color sense. Materials provided.

ABSTRACTION Using Watercolor and Collage with George Woollard
Jun 7
ABSTRACTION Using Watercolor and Collage with George Woollard

$125 Per Person Per Session — All Skill Levels, Watercolor & Collage. Ages 16+.

One of two separate sessions taught by George Woollard, focusing on the principals of composition, shapes, lines, balance, and color sense. Materials provided.

BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Botanicals/Postcards
Jun 11
BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Botanicals/Postcards

$60 Per Person Per Session - All skill levels, Watercolor.

Part of Michelle Dolan’s ongoing Thursday drop-in series. Each class is standalone and can be purchased separately.  

This session centers on Botanicals and Postcards, and focuses on form and negative space.

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR with Dwayne Adams (6-Week Course)
Jun 14
INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR with Dwayne Adams (6-Week Course)

$240 Per Person (Package of 6 Sessions) — Intermediate Skill Level, Watercolors.

This six-Sunday intermediate watercolor class led by Dwayne Adams features weekly demos and guided painting on values and shadows, beach landscapes, expressive figures, florals, and urban scenes, culminating in a final session where students paint from their own photographs with individualized guidance.

THE MAGIC OF COLORS with Wayne Takazono (5-Week Course)
Jun 15
THE MAGIC OF COLORS with Wayne Takazono (5-Week Course)

$150 Per Person (Package of 5 Sessions) — All skill levels and experience 

This five-Monday course focuses on the Five Principles of Color: Hue, Value, Intensity, Temperature and Changeability. The goal is to understand the five principles to achieve the desired appearance of colors in your artwork.

BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Beach Landscapes
Jun 18
BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Beach Landscapes

$60 Per Person Per Session - All skill levels, Watercolor.

Part of Michelle Dolan’s ongoing Thursday drop-in series. Each class is standalone and can be purchased separately.  

This session centers on beach landscapes and focuses on texture and brush strokes.

EVENT RECAP:                 

HEART of Honolulu Festival 2026

A warm MAHALO to everyone who joined us for the 5th Annual HEART of Honolulu Street Festival on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.!

Nuʻuanu Avenue came alive with the vivacious creativity and aloha spirit of our arts community. From live music and colorful wearable art processions to incredible art, delicious food, and vibrant local vendors — you helped make this FREE community celebration one to remember, and we hope we helped you make some awesome memories too.

HEARTfelt gratitude to our hardworking small-but-mighty staff, amazing volunteers, the City and County of Honolulu for its support, all our vendors, and our neighboring arts organizations and small businesses in the Chinatown Arts District for participating with such enthusiasm.

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