POW WOW HAWAII 2015!

Spray it don't say it

A large supply of spray cans are given to the artists to bring their wild ideas to life. Different nozzles and colors are used to create depth and dimension to the murals. 

Get Up

Artists use this piece of machinery called a lift to reach the highest parts of the wall in order to complete their master-piece. It was nerve-wracking watching them up there as it would shake back and forth while they were leaning over the edges.

We're All in this Together

Whether they're siblings or from different parts of the world these artists come together to work on the same mural. By utilizing each other's techniques they are able to create an intricate piece of art.

Stuck on You

All over the Kaka'ako area you will find a variety of handmade stickers made by artists themselves. They can be found on benches, poles, or trashcans and gives a passerby a quick idea of what POW WOW artists have to offer. They add a little extra flare to the average roadside structures.

Say Cheese

These local artists were able to take a break from painting their futuristic treehouse (that has a half-pipe!) to snap a quick photo.

Check out their instagram @wooden_wave

The Decisive Moment

Photo Credit: Henri Cartier-Bresson

This photo is a good representation of a fleeting moment because it shows people, jumping. Some with straight legs, some bent, and others jumping out of the shot. The hard light creates shadows that provide more contrast to the photo. With jumping there is only a brief amount of time where your feet can be off the ground, so it shows everyone has their own timing. 

Photo Credit: Henri Cartier-Bresson

This photo is a good example of a fleeting moment because of the black and white filter. Although this picture was taken in the 1940's, Henri Cartier-Bresson probably had no other choice but to make it black and white, but I feel it adds more emotion and depth to it. The framing also plays a role. He follows the rule-of-thirds by allowing our eyes to go straight towards the woman and her dramatic racial expression. 

Haiku Photography

Siblings

-Jazzleen Ramirez

Little Brothers

They are so much work but,

I still love you, bro

Taking care of siblings can be a time-consuming process. This photo involves a long hallway to resemble the unpredictable journey. Once you embark, there is no telling how long or the conditions that may occur. The eldest must stand behind him, making sure things go smoothly while still allowing him to live his life. He will drain your energy and make you want to give up, but you don't because you love him and you want to keep him safe. There comes a point where you have to take a break and allow him to continue the journey on his own with hopes you've instilled only the greatest qualities that make you proud to call him your little brother.