If weather patterns were people then Nalani Kanaka‘ole would be the rain. Ancient Hawaiians have a ‘ōlelo noe‘au (wise saying) about precipitation: ‘Ue ka lani, ola ka honua (When the heavens weep, the Earth lives). As a mother and kumu hula, Nalani echoes this sentiment. She is a well of knowledge in any and all things Hawaiiana. Like rain watering plants, Nalani is nurturer who grows the Hawaiian culture in the students of Halau Kekuhi and son Kuha‘o Zane. Aunty Nalani also can bring the thunder and lightning– hula demands discipline and dedication, especially concerning the related arts to the dance.
She uses traditional design processes, like ‘ohe kapala (bamboo printmaking), to create breathtaking pieces. On Saturday night, for the ITO: Interisland Travelwrights event, Nalani Kanaka‘ole speaks about the giant sculpture that will surely leave its viewers astounded and asking questions. Attendants of the Saturday evening event– at the Parc Hotel from 5-7 p.m.– will have an opportunity to query Nalani about her inspiration of the sculpture.
Don’t sleep on this rare opportunity to hear one of Hawai‘i’s most artistic and intellectual minds expound on ‘ohe kapala, art, design and much more. Nalani Kanaka‘ole is going to make it rain this Saturday night. I hope you get the opportunity to see the rainbow with us.
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