Hawaii has a multitude of places to enjoy street art. Particularly in the
neighbourhood of Kaka’ako on the island of Honolulu, who are very proud of
their artistic leanings. Boasting brilliant murals and enlivened walls wherever
you turn. This township also is the host of the POW! WOW! Hawaii festival
which celebrates street art and their artists, drawing in both local and global
talent.
The event was co-founded by Jasper Wong and Kamea Hadar in 2010, two
artists who sought to share the love of their craft. The enterprise encourages
participation in workshops, lectures, exhibitions, demos, block parties and
opportunities to ask artists questions. They also engage with the community
through outreach and educational programs. You can also spot community
projects and collaborations with nonprofits and private commissions in the area.
Much of the art found here mimics its surrounds, dripping in the vibrant colours
of the natural landscape, bringing those beautiful scenes into the suburbs. What
were once grey walls are now a celebration of island lifestyle and culture and all
the wonder and colour it contains.
Other areas to explore for street art sightings are Ala Moana, Chinatown,
Kaimuki, Kapahulu and Waikiki.
References:
https://ourkakaako.com/street-art/
https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/hawaii/articles/a-guide-to-street-art-in-
hawaii
https://thecitylane.com/honolulu-street-art-guide/
http://www.powwowworldwide.com/festival/pow-wow-first-decade-hawaii-world
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