Dear Friends and Supporters,
As we reflect on another vibrant year in our community, we are filled with gratitude for the passion, creativity and dedication that each of you brings to Honolulu Printmakers. Your support has enabled us to continue our mission of fostering a thriving artistic environment, preserving the rich history of printmaking and nurturing the next generation of artists. We invite you to join us in taking bold steps forward as we plot and plan our big 100 Centennial Celebration!
L: Volunteers at the Print Experience at DAC’s Heart of Arts Street Festival. R: Volunteers at the 2024 Annual Exhibition
We foster Community, Connection and Creativity in everything we do:
Celebrating Artistic Excellence: This year, we hosted 10 dynamic exhibitions showcasing the talents of both emerging and established printmakers across the islands. Your contributions have allowed us to offer artists a platform to share their work with the community.
Educational Outreach: Our workshops and educational programs reached hundreds of new friends, providing them with hands-on experience and nurturing their love for the arts. Our partnerships with Kalihi Kai Elementary, Ryse Foundation, After School Art and many more are vital in keeping the art of printmaking alive and inspiring future generations.
Community Engagement: Our community events, including the popular annual Holiday Sale, Printerlei Project and Print Experience Program. We brought together art enthusiasts from across the islands. Our collaboration with B-Hari and the Alzheimer's Foundation, Waikiki Aquarium and Hawaii Plantation Village pave the way for new long term partnerships. These programs not only support local artists but also foster a deeper appreciation for the art of printmaking within our community.
Our Vision for the Future:
As we look ahead, we are excited about the possibilities that lie before us. We are planning our Centennial Celebration and proudly declare— 2028 The Year of the Print! Honolulu Printmakers is actively seeking our forever home. We are envisioning a dynamic Print Center that will nurture our community for the next 100 years.
Can we count on your support as we boldly step forward?
Honolulu Printmakers are Leaders in the Creative Community:
Expand Our Educational Programs: Increase the reach of our workshops to underrepresented communities, ensuring that more individuals have the opportunity to engage with the arts. We are developing workshops together with neighbor island art centers.
Enhance Our Facilities: Upgrade our printmaking studios and equipment to provide a state-of-the-art environment for our artists to create and innovate.
Preserve Artistic Heritage: Promote and preserve the rich history of printmaking in Hawaii, ensuring that future generations can learn from and be inspired by our past. Our new Statewide Newsletter about Printmaking in Hawaii will be coming out in early 2025!
L: HCF Communications Team R: On and Off the Press at Donkey Mill Arts Center.
How You Can Make a Difference:
Your generosity is the cornerstone of our success. This year, we ask you to consider making a tax-deductible donation to Honolulu Printmakers. Your gift, no matter the size, will directly impact our ability to provide valuable resources, support local artists and enrich our community.
$50 – Supports the purchase of new ink for open studio + workshops.
$100 – Helps fund educational outreach programs for underserved youth.
$250 – Purchase special supplies for our Lithography program.
$500 – Provides 2 scholarships for aspiring artists to attend our advanced workshops.
$1,000 – Fund the publication of our Statewide Newsletter Paper and Ink
Together, we can ensure that the art of printmaking continues to thrive in Hawaii.
Donate Today: To make your contribution, mail a check to: Honolulu Printmakers, 1142 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI 96813 100% of the donation goes to HP.
Donate Online through our website home page.
For more information on our programs and events, feel free to reach out to us at director@honoluluprintmakers.org
Thank you for being a vital part of our community. Your support and commitment inspire us to keep pushing the boundaries of creativity and artistic expression.