75th Anniversary – Pearl Harbor

Yesterday, I attended the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra’s “Pearl Harbor 75th Commemoration Concert” at Blaisdell Concert Hall.

Uncharacteristically, I came prepared with my sketchbook (but ended up drawing on the program) and 3 pens (a felt-tip Sharpie, ballpoint, and rollerball). Although my vantage point was perfect––a sweeping view of the crowd and orchestra from the balcony, the lighting was not as great. Sketching the bright stage scene in near total darkness was a challenge. I soon opted for a loose, less-detailed approach.

A wonderful evening of music and education (provided by host Howard Dicus) with families and service members in attendance.

A Shaka from Santa

Posted: December 3, 2016 | Author: Sebastian | Filed under: USkO | 3 Comments

The last event of the year tested our ability to focus amidst so much action! Not to mention the danger of getting lost in the crowd.

We wish all sketchers a happy holiday season and new year! Stay tuned for 2017 activities!

As always, don’t forget to check out our sketches on Flickr and upload your own!

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Next Event!

Posted: November 28, 2016 | Author: Sebastian | Filed under: USkO | Tags: event announcement | Leave a comment

: 12/03/2016

Hawaiian Steel Guitar and Blues

Posted: November 26, 2016 | Author: Sebastian | Filed under: USkO | Tags: Hawai‘i State Public Library, music | Leave a comment

Sketchers at today’s event in the State Library enjoyed a triple treat: outstanding live music, local history shared by expert musicians, and a backdrop of a gazillion books –– not that any of us found time to read. In fact, the wonderful performance by the Bobby Ingano Trio made it hard to even remember that we meant to be creative ourselves! Sharing our work was also a highlight, particularly in the lovely setting of the library’s inner courtyard and with several new artists joining us today.

As always, don’t forget to check out our sketches on Flickr and upload your own!

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Next Event!

Posted: November 18, 2016 | Author: Sebastian | Filed under: USkO | Tags: event announcement | Leave a comment

: 11/26/2016

To find out more about the concert visit: http://www.librarieshawaii.org/event/hawaiian-steel-guitar-and-the-blues-2/

Sketching at ‘Iolani Palace

Posted: November 13, 2016 | Author: Sebastian | Filed under: USkO | Tags: ‘Iolani Palace | Leave a comment

‘Iolani Palace is a popular subject for sketchers, but rarely do we get to venture inside with pencil and paper. Today’s opportunity to do so, thanks to the support and hospitality of the Friends of ‘Iolani Palace, was thus greatly appreciated, as was the fascinating tour by docent educator Zita Cup Choy. With exterior views being just as tempting on a beautiful day, time was too short for most of us to cover even a fraction of the many irresistible sights. Yet again, the verdict is: we will be back!

Join us on November 26th at Hawai‘i State Public Library for the next event.
And, as always, don’t forget to check out our sketches on Flickr and upload your own!

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Details for Event Tomorrow

Posted: November 12, 2016 | Author: Sebastian | Filed under: USkO | Leave a comment

A few reminders for tomorrow’s event at ‘Iolani Palace:
1. If you are interested in the 9:00 a.m. tour (free tomorrow –– Kama‘aina Sunday!), please arrive early to check in at the ‘Iolani Barracks (toward Richards St).
2. Please make note of the art supplies permitted inside ‘Iolani Palace: pencils and paper only.

Hope to see you there!

: 11/13/2016

Basketball at the Stan Sheriff Center

Posted: November 11, 2016 | Author: Sebastian | Filed under: USkO | Tags: basketball, stan sheriff center, veterans day | 2 Comments

Got to see the Arizona Wildcats play the Michigan State Spartans for the Armed Forces Classic this afternoon. What an exciting game! I mostly sketched during halftime or whenever a timeout was called… otherwise I was cheering. You might be able to tell who I was rooting for. :)