Tropical paradises seem no brainers for big outdoor art events, and we just read over at Everfresh that a bunch of the crew, and other Oz artists, such as Kid Zoom, are getting ready to head over to the islands to participate in Pow Wow.

Seriously, What we saw of this last year looked absolutely phenomenal.

“POW WOW IS A GATHERING OF CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS THAT ENGAGES WITH THE BROADER COMMUNITY IN THE PROCESS AND CREATION OF ART.

From February 13 to 18, 2012, Honolulu will host over thirty artists from around the world. Opening and closing events will be held at Loft in Space, with the production of art being done all over the streets of Kaka’ako. During POW WOW, the community is encouraged to interact with visiting artists in a creative environment.

ABOUT POW WOW HAWAI’I

The beauty of art is most commonly enjoyed during its final stage. All the blood, sweat and tears happen behind closed doors. However, that is where the real grandeur lies. The process. Imagine for a moment a gathering of internationally renowned artists in one place. A place that will allow them to do what they do best: be creative. We give them the tools, the space and the freedom to paint for one week. We make that process open to the public, allowing them full engagement and interaction between the artists and their audience. They witness the creativity in its entirety and become an essential part of the artists’ process. It’s about the breaking down of those closed doors and making art accessible. Now take a step further and imagine transforming a whole neighborhood with art within a week. Seeing creativity happen all around you from beginning to end and bringing people together through art. A POW WOW.

EXHIBITION DETAILS

The opening night of “POW WOW Hawai’i 2012” will take place on Saturday, January 18th, 2012 at Loft in Space from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. Before the opening night, the visiting artists will be painting all over the streets of Kaka’ako from January 13th to the 17th. Additionally, Eugene Kan of Hypebeast has curated a photography exhibition titled “Day Job?” and Arktip magazine has created a pop up shop. These events all open at the same time as POW WOW Hawai’i and are also held at Loft in Space.”

You have two weeks to get your tickets, people – god damn being in saving mode. God. Damnit wish we could get there to cover it- argh, just seeing 123Klan (one of my ALL time favourites) on the bill would be more than enough to justify the trip, but all those other names plus soem of the best from Oz? Well,  we’re looking forward to living vicariously through the Everfresh blog, in any respect!

Who: Phibs, Rone, Kid Zoom, Meggs, Angry Woebots, Will Barras, Beak, Chor Boogie, Ckaweeks, Eddie Colla, Aaron De La Cruz, East3, ER Crew, Estria, Flying Fortress, Mr Jago, Kamea Hadar, Jeff Hamada, Katch, Gavin Murai, Nicole Naone, Ogi, Poesia, Peap Tarr, Prime, Samuel Rodriguez, Slick, Suitman, Rhandy Tambio, Trek Six, Mike Bam Tyau, Derek Weisberg, Jasper Wong
What: Pow Wow Hawai-i 2012 – Painting The Streets Of Kaka’ako
Where: Loft In Space x Fresh Cafe, 831 Queen Street
When: Opening event is February 18th from 6pm til 10pm, and the evart and painting itself runs from the 13th of February until the 17th February

Check out the Pow Wow website for more info on the event!