OPENING

AMFAC Plaza Gallery, 700 Bishop St., 231-9769. College Art 1997 exhibition, April 10 to 19. Jurors are John Hamblin and Keiko Hatano.

Koa Gallery, Kapiolani Community College, 734-9375. "It Started 49 Years Ago," selective retrospective art by Satoru Abe, recipient of the Koa Outstanding Artist award, on view April 14 through May 13. Opening reception 5 to 7 p.m. April 14.

Old Jail Gallery, Lahaina, (808) 661-0111. J. Howard Fry of Maui's Kaunga Senior Citizen Center, will display his "Sumi-E" art in an exhibit titled "Discovery," on view through May 5. Opening reception, 6 to 8 p.m. April 11. Fry uses rice, parchment and pressed papers in his art.

Unitarian Gallery, 2500 On the Pali, 526-1191. "Celebrating the Female Figure," by Julie Marcotte, on view April 13 to May 2. Opening reception 3 to 5 p.m. April 13.

Waikiki Gallery at the Aston Park Shore, 2586 Kalakaua Ave. 922-7701. "Spring Symphony" by Alex Briguglio captures music and nature on canvas, on view April 12 through May 31. Ten percent of sales benefit the Sacred Hearts Academy's Wind Ensemble and Jazz bands.

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CONTINUING

Art A La Carte, 1200 Ala Moana Boulevard, 597-8034: "Interpreting the Voices of Nature," three dimensional floral/botanical art by Verna Kuyper, on view through May 2.

Arts of Paradise, International Marketplace, 924-2787. "Nightsongs," acrylic paintings of Hawaiian landscape by Gary Kato, on view in April. Kato also will give a slide presentation showing a painting in progress 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 17.

Boom Gallery, 81 S. Hotel St., Suite 318, 524-8324. "Inside John's Head," sculptures by John Tanji Koga, on view through April 25.

Borders Books and Music, Ward Centre, 591-8995. "Ho'oman'o I Ke Ola," paintings by Mark Kadota, on view through May 2.

Cafe Che Pasta Gallery & Restaurant, 1001 Bishop St., 524-0004. Drawing and prints by Hons Solo and Duncan Dempster, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

Contemporary Museum, 2411 Makiki Heights Drive, 526-0232. "Photography and Beyond in Japan: Space, Time and Memory," organized by the Hara Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo, on view through April 13. Exhibit explores photography's role in contemporary Japanese art, with more than 90 works by 12 artists over the last 15 years. Free admission on third Thursdays. Gallery tours at 1:30 p.m., garden tours by appointment. Call 526-1322.

Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center, 999 Bishop St., 526-1322. Recent paintings by Tadashi Sato and prints by Shinko Araki, on view through June 11.

Foyer Gallery, Leeward Community College, 96-045 Ala Ike St., Pearl City. "Form & Figures-Selected Works," 15 "human form" art pieces by 12 local artists, on view through May 1.

Gordon Biersch restaurant, Aloha Tower Marketplace, 599-4877. Exhibition and sale of Scottie Flamm's art, daily through May 1. Call 599-4877.

Hawaii Pacific University, 1166 Fort St., 544-0200. "HPU Invitational," featuring work by the university's students, faculty and staff. On view through May 9.

Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 S. Beretania St., 532-8700. "Shadows and Reflections," pieces of Japanese lacquer art from a private collection, some with inlaid and carved designs, and some dating from the 16th century, on view through June 29. Free admission on the first Wednesday of each month.

"Modern Design, 1920-1960" reflects the century's major changes, through April 20. Silver, glass and ceramics highlight changes in the arts of the United States, Russia and Europe.

Continuing exhibitions include "Taisho Chic," Japanese art and everyday items showing a growing influence from Western culture, and "The Ceramic Tradition of Asia," with pieces from different regions and cultures, on view through Oct. 27.

Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 S. Beretania St., 532-8700. "The Chrysanthemum and the Sword: Japanese Samurai and Court Dolls," highlights the Japanese culture through dolls. On view through June 1.

Honolulu Advertiser Gallery, 605 Kapiolani Boulevard: Aha Hana Lima, Hawaii Craftsmen's annual workshop series, through April 30. Featured are David Ellsworth, a studio woodturner; Chuck Evans, a metal smith and jeweler; Karen Koblitz, a potter and tile maker; and Elizabeth Maluihi Lee, a Lauhala weaver.

Honolulu Zoo Fence, Monsarrat Avenue. Paintings by local artists on view 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden, 45-680 Luluku Road, Kaneohe, 233-7323. Original art by Noelani Block and James Salmond IV, on view through April 24.

Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center, 2841 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao, Maui, 808-572-6560: "New Directions," featuring works by the Department of Beautification, Ditmar Hotel, Leonardo Lozano, Buck Silva and Mike Takemoto, on view through May 10.

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, 2454 S. Beretania St., 945-7633. "Japanese American Contemporary Artists '97," featuring sculpture, paintings, photography, prints and textiles by Reiko Brandon, Douglas Doi, James Koga, Kay Mura, Mamoru Sato, Nora Yamanoha and others, on view through June.

Ko'olau Gallery, Windward Mall, Kaneohe, 247-0709. "Old Pali Lookout" works by Gary Reed, on view through April.

Nohea Gallery, Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 737-8688. "Origins," abstract oils and calligraphy by Lauren Okano, on view through April 19.

Pauahi Tower, Mezzanine Lobby, 1001 Bishop Square. "The Sublime Diversion," calligraphy by Suiyo Shindo, on view through April 26.

Ramsay Galleries, 1128 Smith St., 537-2787. "Houses, Trees, Flames," bronze sculptures by Ron Smith, on view through April 30.

Ruth Chris' Steak House, Restaurant Row, 599-3860. Art by Scottie Flamm, on view in April.

Unitarian Gallery 2500 On the Pali, 2500 Pali Highway, 526-1191. "Reflections: Self-Portraits", on view through April 12. Artists include Pat Ekstrand, Bobbie Crockett, Duncan Dempster, Dan Sailer, Meleanna Meyer, Adele Islas, Anne Irons, Charles Reinhorn, Florence Ko, John Koga, Jeff Dunn, Penny Kaiman-Rayner, Deb Nehmad, Marcia Morse, Howard Forrant, Ron Kewalke, Yoko Radke, Cora Yee, Ray Valentia, Joe Singer and Sanit Khewhat.

University of Hawaii Art Gallery, Art Building, 956-6888. "The 6th International Shoebox Sculpture Exhibition," on view through April 18. Invitational exhibition of works by local and international artists explore sculptural concerns on a small scale. Closed Saturdays.

University of Hawaii Commons Gallery, Art Building, 2535 The Mall, 956-6888. "Painting: Reflections of Society Through Myth," a thesis exhibition by Jacqueline Chun, on view

through April 11. Using oil and acrylic, Chun conveys her vision of the human desire to understand and record the physical and spiritual existence.

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SPECIAL

Workshop: Gujarat silk patola weaving with Kanayalal Mafatlal and Varsha Kanayalal Salvi, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. May 14-16 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 17-18, Academy Arts Center, 1111 Victoria St. The Salvis will teach traditional silk dying techniques and elements of the tie process as well as weaving silk using the double ikat technique. An open workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 19 for students needing additional time to finish projects. Limited to 15 students. Cost: $100 plus a supply fee. Call 532-8741.

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NOTICES

Art on the Net: The Gallery Store will display art or products for sale for 6 months on the internet with option to renew. Artists will receive 90 percent of the sale. Cost: $15 per item showcased, plus 10 percent finder fee upon customer purchase. For information call 263-6199 or go online at http://hukilau.com/art

Celebrate Na Pali: Works by artists and photographers depicting the Na Pali Coast are wanted for an April/May show at the Princeville Hotel. Call Mel at 826-4581, Kauai.

New American Talent: Texas Fine Arts Association is accepting slide submissions of contemporary two- and three-dimensional art by emerging and mid-career artists through April 11. Juror is Robert Storr. Artists must be U.S. residents. Entry fees are $17 (members) and $24 (non-members) for three slides. Additional slides, $5 each. Maximum of 10 slides. Send a No. 10, self-addressed, stamped envelope to: NAT-13, Texas Fine Arts Association, 3809-B West 35th St., Austin, Texas, 78703.

Honolulu Hale, 530 S. King St., 527-5666. Art being accepted for "Recycle Art '97" by April 14. Oahu artists must best repreent the concept of art from trash. Originality, creativity and workmanship will be judged. Large, three-dimensional art can be dropped off at Honolulu Hale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 14. Entry fee: $15 for up to three entries. Work will be display from April 19 through May 9.

Wanted: visual artists for "Folio 94," a limited-edition quarterly magazine. Each artist has to submit 100 prints of a single artwork. Artists receive a copy of the magazine. Artists may have an opportunity to particiate in the Third Anniversary Exhibit held in November. Call 735-9659. Deadline: April 15.

Artist's Magazine 1997 Art Competition: Compete in four categories--portraits, landscapes, animal art and experimental. Rules and entry form in the latest issue of "The Artist's Magazine." Deadline: May 1.

Open screening: Pacific Handcrafters Guild welcomes all artists and crafts people to an open membership screening in late May. Application deadline: May 2. Call 254-6788.

Honolulu International Art Festival: Expressions in Art is planning a show June 21 through 23 at the Amfac building on Fort Street. Call 597-8108.

Campbell's Soup contest: Amateurs and professionals are encouraged to submit art or essay answering the question "What does Campbell's soup mean to you?" Winners will be slected from three groups: professional, amateur and youth. The art categories include: painting/drawing, sculpture/constructions, crafts, and all other artistic mediums. Essays must be 100 words or less. Grand prize is $10,000 and 100 shares of Campbell's Soup stock. There will also be three first prizes of $5,000 each and 15 second prizes of $1,000 each. Official entry forms and rules may be obtained by calling 1-888-SOUPERART (1-888-768737278); visiting Campbell's website www.Campbellsoups.com, or by writing to Campbell's Entry Form, P.O. Box 654, Sayreville, NJ 08871-0654. Entries must be received no later than July 15.

Photos contest: Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three color or black and white photographs that creatively and dramatically convey the theme "Justice For All." Entries may be sent to: Justice For All Photo Contest, Hawaii Justice Foundation, 810 Richards St., Suite 645, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813, by Aug. 30. One photo per contestant. Prints shouldbe 7"x5" or larger. Open to photographers of any level. Members of the Hawaii Justice Foundation and Hawaii State Bar Association's board and staff are ineligible. Submission of photos allow the foundation and association to use the photos in the Foundation's Annual Report, the Hawaii Bar Journal and other publications. To receive acknowledgement or receipt of an entry, include a self-addressed, stamped postcard. For return of entries, enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope. Call 537-1868.