E komo mai to "Ke Ao Lama" at Capitol Modern! 

As we gather here during the 2024 Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture, we welcome you to immerse yourselves in the radiant world of light and enlightenment. This exhibit celebrates the brilliance of Pacific cultures, showcasing the traditions, artistry, and wisdom that illuminate our shared journey. 

Nā Akua Ākea: The Vast and Numerous Deities highlights the artistic and weaving endeavors of practitioners Kumulā‘au and Haunani Balino-Sing along with their students. Focused on revitalizing ulana ʻieʻie, the traditional Hawaiian twined basketry, this contemporary exhibition blends ancestral images, demigods, goddesses, shapeshifters, and ʻaumakua. The unique showcase offers a captivating visual and spiritual experience, complemented by contributions from guest artisans using both traditional and contemporary mediums. Curated by Lloyd Kumuāʻau Sing and May Haunani Balino-Sing, sponsored by The National Organization for Traditional Artists Exchange (NOTAE).