About My Art Work
Hawaiian Koa wood surrounds stone in many of my compositions they involve movement and visual balance. The stone represents culture and the need to respect and defend the culture so that it can evolve. Everyone has their own cultural point of view. My artwork is open to many interpretations, with mine being just one.
Each work is an original
I design sculpture for the space that is defined. Each sculpture is dependent on the scale and spacial relationship to people interacting with the work. The interaction of the art work and viewer is important and the works usually take on a life of their own. There are four categories of art work that I have developed they involve a 3-D Sketch Series, Table Top Series, an Off the Wall Series, and Free Standing Sculpture. I enjoy the magic that occurs when viewers see my work sometimes its positive and sometimes negative but it communicates a story that I am trying to share. Enjoy the art and support an artist today!
Latest art work - A Question of Balance!
Art work details - Steel, Stone, Plastic and Painted wood, 3'x3'x6' depicts two people looking at 21 stones suspended before them and they must watch as others figure out how the resources will be shared. The art work is a reflection on how many people in Hawaii feel about being left out of important resource allocation discussions. The Hawaiian people have managed their resources for two thousand years via the Ahupuaa system and the world should take note on how to balance resources to benefit everyone's needs.
Designing spaces and installing shows
My first experience with an art installation was in 1972 it involved balloons tied on one meter square grids which covered a football field, the balloons lifted the grid and created a canopy for people to interact with. The balloons were then placed in a small room with two doors and people were allowed to enter in one door and go out the other the effect was like moving through molecules. Since that time I've continued to be involved with designing and installing art shows and I continue to enjoy each installation. Each art show is like a sand painting, all of the artists bring their work in and we create an art show. It is truly magical once you see all of the creative energy that is focused for the event and how each piece interacts with each other and the audience. After the event the art goes away just like the sands in a sand painting until the next show is needed.
"Maoli Art in Real Time" Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, Hawaii
Concept short duration fine art exhibitions using an alternative space. Partnership with Hale Kuai Coop and Native Books Na Mea Hawaii. The artists are selected and the works are installed by Jerry Vasconcellos and me and lasts for three days. Very successful in creating fine art buying opportunities for conference attendees and sharing contemporary fine art and culture of Hawaii.
"Maoli Arts Month - MAMO"
Various Galleries Honolulu, Hawaii
Concept one month duration fine art exhibitions using Major Galleries and Museums in Downtown Honolulu, Hawaii. Partnership with Pai Foundation and Bishop Museum. The artists are selected, awards are made, and a variety of art gatherings are scheduled through out the month. Very successful in creating opportunities for young up and coming artists and offers patrons and collectors an opportunity to acquire fine art and support the contemporary culture of Hawaii.
"Maoli Art in Real Time" Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, Hawaii
Concept short duration fine art exhibitions using an alternative space. Partnership with Hale Kuai Coop and Native Books Na Mea Hawaii. The artists are selected and the works are installed by Jerry Vasconcellos and me and lasts for three days. Very successful in creating fine art buying opportunities for conference attendees and sharing contemporary fine art and culture of Hawaii.
"Maoli Arts Month - MAMO"
Various Galleries Honolulu, Hawaii
Concept one month duration fine art exhibitions using Major Galleries and Museums in Downtown Honolulu, Hawaii. Partnership with Pai Foundation and Bishop Museum. The artists are selected, awards are made, and a variety of art gatherings are scheduled through out the month. Very successful in creating opportunities for young up and coming artists and offers patrons and collectors an opportunity to acquire fine art and support the contemporary culture of Hawaii.
Sample - Collectors Profile - (Patron Development)
Bob Freitas, Sculptor
Born: Honolulu, Hawaii
Title: “Intersections” 2008/2011
Material: Koa wood and welded steel
9" x 12" x 24" Table Top Series Price: $5,500
Concept: This sculpture uses two inverted makau / hook forms suspended in space and time, it is reflective of interactions between individuals and the power of collaboration to support a movement such as the Contemporary Hawaiian Art Movement.
Arts Training: Art school in Germany exposed to Documenta and other art shows occurring in Europe 1969. Studied painting and worked as an architectural draftsman with dreams of becoming an architect. BFA Sculpture University of Hawaii.
Art Style: Influenced by Abstract Expressionist Style of New York. Art lineage is based on the works of Marc Chagall, Auguste Rodin, Constantin Brancusi, Isamu Noguchi, David Smith, Tony Smith, George Rickey, Mark di Suvero, Mamoru Sato and Fred Roster. Current artistic style is abstract involving 3-D compositions that contrast carefully selected materials and incorporate structural elements, which are based on anthropometric relationships to achieve a unique visual and spatial balance. Balance is a recurring theme.
Art Community Involvement: 1970-80 UH Art school shows various venues. 1983-present involved with promoting the contemporary Hawaiian Arts Movement. Involved with various international contemporary arts cultural exchanges Maori, Pacific Islanders, Native Americans and First Nations artists. Founding Member and partner Mamo Arts Organization and Council of Contemporary Hawaiian Artists.
Art Sales Trends: Current sales range from $2500-15,000 wholesale, Art work pricing is based on small art works, table top series starting at $2000 and larger free standing art work starting at $7,500. Various private art collectors over the past 25 years. Commissions completed for hotels, institutions, restaurants and businesses, prices vary and are subject to negotiation.
Born: Honolulu, Hawaii
Title: “Intersections” 2008/2011
Material: Koa wood and welded steel
9" x 12" x 24" Table Top Series Price: $5,500
Concept: This sculpture uses two inverted makau / hook forms suspended in space and time, it is reflective of interactions between individuals and the power of collaboration to support a movement such as the Contemporary Hawaiian Art Movement.
Arts Training: Art school in Germany exposed to Documenta and other art shows occurring in Europe 1969. Studied painting and worked as an architectural draftsman with dreams of becoming an architect. BFA Sculpture University of Hawaii.
Art Style: Influenced by Abstract Expressionist Style of New York. Art lineage is based on the works of Marc Chagall, Auguste Rodin, Constantin Brancusi, Isamu Noguchi, David Smith, Tony Smith, George Rickey, Mark di Suvero, Mamoru Sato and Fred Roster. Current artistic style is abstract involving 3-D compositions that contrast carefully selected materials and incorporate structural elements, which are based on anthropometric relationships to achieve a unique visual and spatial balance. Balance is a recurring theme.
Art Community Involvement: 1970-80 UH Art school shows various venues. 1983-present involved with promoting the contemporary Hawaiian Arts Movement. Involved with various international contemporary arts cultural exchanges Maori, Pacific Islanders, Native Americans and First Nations artists. Founding Member and partner Mamo Arts Organization and Council of Contemporary Hawaiian Artists.
Art Sales Trends: Current sales range from $2500-15,000 wholesale, Art work pricing is based on small art works, table top series starting at $2000 and larger free standing art work starting at $7,500. Various private art collectors over the past 25 years. Commissions completed for hotels, institutions, restaurants and businesses, prices vary and are subject to negotiation.
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