Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 4, Number 5, 1 May 1987 — Na Poʻokela Artists Award to Herb Kane [ARTICLE]

Na Poʻokela Artists Award to Herb Kane

Herb Kawainui Kane has been named the recipient of the Na Po'okela artists award by the Celebrate the Hawaiian Ho'olako 1987 selection committee. Kane, a renowned artist-historian and author, is one of Hawaii's most accomplished artists. His paintings hang in collections all over the world and have appeared on two U.S. postage stamps and four French Polynesia stamps. His art and articles have appeared in major magazines such as National Geographic. Kane lives in Kailua-Kona, where he works on various art, research and writing projects. He was educated at the Art Institute of Chicago and the University of Chicago. Kane is the third Na Po'okela recipient. Rev. Abraham Akaka was honored in January for achievements in religion, and Rubellite Kawena Johnson received the education award in February. The Na Po'okela monthly awards honor living individuals of Hawaiian or part-Hawaiian ancestry whose accomplishments and contributions have improved the quality of life for Hawaii's people, through enriching their understanding of the Hawaiian culture. The 12 recipients will be formally honored at a banquet in December. Amfac ine., is the sponsor for Na Po'okela. Celebrate the Hawaiian — Ho'olako 1987 is a nonprofit group serving as the official organizing committee for activities and events during 1987 — the "Year of the Hawaiian."