Creepy-crawly artwork sought for unique research museum’s inaugural exhibition
Are you an artist fascinated by creepy-crawlies?
University of Hawai‘i Insect Museum, part of the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience, is seeking submissions for its inaugural art show, which promises to be a celebration of insects and the powerful role they play in art.
Artists are invited to submit their work online by Oct. 8 for consideration to be included in the museum’s first show.
“This show is a new opportunity for our community to learn about the beauty and complexity of the insect world through the work of local artists,” said University of Hawai‘i Insect Museum Director professor Dan Rubinoff in the musuem’s announcement.
University of Hawai‘i Insect Museum is a research collection focused on the insects of the islands and Pacific Ocean region, including native and introduced species.
The research museum houses about quarter of a million insect specimens. It also introduces students and others to some of the incredible biodiversity insects represent.
Specific lesson plans or activities are not available; however, some museum scientists can provide entertaining explanations of their research, and occasionally live insect demonstrations — including non-insect arthropods such as spiders and centipedes — when available.
Tours usually last about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the age of participants.
“Insects have inspired artists in painting, photography, sculpture and across art,” Rubinoff said.
Honolulu Printmakers is collaborating with the museum on its inaugural art exhibit.
Executive Director Denise Karabinus said she and her business are excited about the opportunity the exhibit will give them to learn more about insects and the scientists who study them.
By Mary Ching, a local visual artist who has been exploring different techniques and materials in printmaking. (Image Courtesy: University of Hawai‘i)- By printmaker Eduardo Fausti, whose work has been featured in many solo exhibitions and can be found in collections such as the Library of Congress and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. (Image Courtesy: University of Hawai‘i)
Opening reception for the inaugural insect art show is planned for the evening of Oct. 24 at Honolulu Printmakers, located in Suite 701 at 888 Mililani St., in Honolulu.
Contact Kyhl Austin at kaaustin@hawaii.edu or Spencer Pote at slpote@hawaii.edu for additional information about University of Hawai‘i Insect Museum and the inaugural art show.
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