DOWNTOWN ART CENTER

in the heart of Downtown Honolulu at

1041 Nuʻuanu Ave 

 
 

FIRST JURYING RESULTS ANNOUNCED!

SEE THE RESULTS

ON VIEW IN THE MAIN GALLERY

Hawaiʻi Watercolor Society: Open Exhibit 2026

September 29 - October 24, 2026 

Hawaii Watercolor Society presents the 2026 Open Exhibit, juror-selected water-media paintings by award-winning guest juror Frank Eber, alongside work by invited ceramic artists. All water-media artists are invited to submit work to the 2026 Open Exhibit, subject to the exhibit's specifications. This exhibition will be on view in the Main Gallery from Tuesday, September 29 to Saturday, October 24 during regular gallery hours, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

First Friday Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 5–8 p.m.

Closing Reception: Saturday, October 24 from 4-6 p.m.

For more information, visit hawaiiwatercolorsociety.org/2026-open-exhibit.

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CURRENT & UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS

Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
HAWAIʻI WATERCOLOR SOCIETY: Flow & Fire! Open Exhibit 2026
Sep 29
HAWAIʻI WATERCOLOR SOCIETY: Flow & Fire! Open Exhibit 2026

Main Gallery: Hawaii Watercolor Society presents a juried selection of fine water media by local artists.

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DAC ART & GIFTS SHOP + MINASA HAWAII PRESENT: HALO HALO
Oct 2
DAC ART & GIFTS SHOP + MINASA HAWAII PRESENT: HALO HALO

Courtyard Gallery: This mixed art exhibition, a collaboration between DAC and Minasa, brings together Hawai‘i artists, makers, musicians and vendors to celebrate Filipino food, art, and culture. 

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

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

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Events List
DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu
Nov 21
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, November 21 from 10 AM - 12 PM, $20 per person, only 20 slots available—register ahead of time!

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DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu
Dec 5
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, December 5 from 10 AM - 12 PM, $20 per person, only 20 slots available—register ahead of time!

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WORKSHOPS & CLASSES

Class List
PART 1: FOUNDATIONS OF ACRYLICS with Marina Borovok
Oct 14
PART 1: FOUNDATIONS OF ACRYLICS with Marina Borovok

$180 Per Person (Package of 3 Sessions) — Beginning Skill Level, Acrylics. October 14, 21, and 28

In this acrylic painting class with Marina Borovok, students will build core skills by transitioning from monochromatic studies to full color and abstract expression.

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BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Beach Landscapes
Oct 22
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 focuses on Beach Landscapes.

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BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Travel Sketchbooks
Oct 29
BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Travel Sketchbooks

$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 focuses on Travel Sketchbooks.

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PART 2: INTERMEDIATE ACRYLICS with Marina Borovok
Nov 4
PART 2: INTERMEDIATE ACRYLICS with Marina Borovok

$180 Per Person (Package of 3 Sessions) — Intermediate Skill Level, Acrylics. November 4, 11, and 18

In this acrylic painting class with Marina Borovok, students will learn advanced techniques & applications, mixing heavy body acrylics to create thick, textured strokes with a brush and a palette knife.

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BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Jungle Landscapes
Nov 5
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 focuses on Jungle Landscapes.

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BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Botanicals/Postcards
Nov 12
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 focuses on Botanical Postcards.

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BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Beach Landscapes (Copy)
Nov 19
BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Beach Landscapes (Copy)

$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 focuses on Beach Landscapes.

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BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Travel Sketchbooks (Copy)
Dec 3
BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Travel Sketchbooks (Copy)

$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 focuses on Travel Sketchbooks.

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BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Jungle Landscapes (Copy)
Dec 10
BASIC WATERCOLOR & SKETCHBOOK TECHNIQUES with Michelle Dolan - Jungle Landscapes (Copy)

$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 focuses on Jungle Landscapes.

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