Our experimental artist residency was born in 2015 with the purpose of advocating for the arts within our Hilo community and creating connections between our ‘ohana of artists from around the world and local residents, creators and keiki. These connections help establish a global consciousness and encourage our partners and participants to be mindful of their bond with their environments, via the Big Island. We immerse our visitors in our culture — through our food, partners, cultural practices, environmental excursions, and more — with the hopes that they deepen their connection to our earth and all of its inhabitants. As a result, the artists create artworks that resonate with our community and beautify our home.
The residency has evolved and we prefer to meet our artists prior to an invitation to the Big Island. Please contact us with inquiries and your portfolio if you are interested.