Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 19, Number 10, 1 October 2002 — People's artist [ARTICLE]

People's artist

Nlahalo for Naomi Sodetani's article on the art work of Hiko Hanap'i. Hiko has always been an artist of the people, and possesses a

vision for the future as well as a strong understanding of the past that we ean all learn from. I was fortunate to attend his opeuing exhibit at the Volcano Art Center in 2001, and found his accompanying lecture informative and inspiring. I'm confident that through his art and his life VIr. Hanapi will continue to showcase the highest values we find in Hawai'i nei yesterday, today and in the future. Laka Morton Volcano OHA reserves the right to edit all letters for length, defamatory and libelous material, and other objec - tionable content, and reserves the right to print. All letters must be typed, signed and not exceed 200 words. Send letters to Ka Wai Ola o OHA, 711 Kapi' olani Blvd., Ste. 500, Honolulu, Hi 9681 3 or email to oha2002@ aloh a.net.