The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-10-21
IN ART CIRCLES
Interest in Next Kilolana
Exhibition.
H. HITCHCOCK'S new STUDIES
Some Work by Artists
F. Yates and III. Fisher.
Loan Exhibition Suggested Helen
Kelley as Flower Painter De-
mand for Pictures.

Art matters are taking on consider
able activity preparatory to the an
nual fall exhibition by the members of
the Kilohana Art League d. Howard
Hitchcock returned on the Kinau from
an extended trip in the vicinity of
Hilo, and, besides getting a number
of landscapes, he has painted two ma
rine, which put his famous "Wave" to
blush Mr. Hitchcock is busy in his
studio finishing up his paintings, and
it is safe to say that the most ardent
admirers Of his work will be surprised
at the change shown in his more re-
cent pictures.
1t is intended that this exhibition
will surpass previous ones given by
the local artists, as each member is
making an effort to outshine his neigh
Dor.
An effort will be made to have Fred
Yates, the celebrated portrait artist.
remain over on his voyage to the ORR
ent, so that the members of the League
may have an opportunity to show their
appreciation of his talents. Since leav-
ing here Mr.. Yates has added to his
laurels in executing number of high
priced commissions in California, sew
eral of which were at the direction of
Hon. Charles r. Bishop. One of his
best canvasses was a life-size portrait
of c. P. Huntington.
This painting is much on the style
of the famous Rodgers portrait shown
by Mr.. Yates during his visit here last
year. 1t is pronounced by California
critics to be remarkable portrait and
one which WILL no doubt, receive favor
able notice from the connoisseurs
when it is hung in the London exhi-
bitions
There are a number of valuable
paintings in the private residences in
Honolulu, and the opportunity is ripe
for a loan exhibition, where the pub
lie will have an opportunity to see the
class of art owned here A number of
pictures are by the lamented Tavernier,
which have grown more valuable since
his death. His volcanoes have been
shown all over the world and command
high prices. These, with the works of
other foreign and local artists. would
make an interesting exhibit.
Another artist whose work has at
tracted a great deal of attention in the
United States, is that of Hugo Fisher,
who is now located in New York City,
where he is doing some of his best
work. Mr. Fisher is scarcely more
than young man, vet certain of his
subjects rate we'll up with older and
betterknown artists. For 20 years he
studied effects in Opaque, using ii
largely in his skies and in snow
scenes. Today he is at the top of the
ladder in this particular effect.
During his present stay in the East
Mr.. Fisher has had many orders from
wealthy residents of New York, and his
pictures may be found on the walls OF
the best people. Here in Honolulu are
| many specimens of his work. w. c.
Peacock having more than 20 in his
collection. Some of these hang in the
hall of the Davey photograph gallery
and command the attention of all Wis
| ltors. w. G. King has eight of his most
recent paintings, representing sheer
and cattle pieces and snow scenes
One OF the best is semi-marsh view
in Holland, which for artistic colorins
| and atmospheric effect has not beer
| surpassed by any artist who has visit
| ed the Islands In two ODnOSite charac-
| ters OF studies, Mr.. Fisher excels: one
| is IN winter effects and the other
marsh scenes. In his winters, this art
| ist has overcome all difficulties in the
way Of showing what Eastern winter:
| are; the atmosphere of winter per
vades this class of work and the very
| air seems frosty. In his marsh scene:
| he shows masterful knowledge o.
composition and coloring which comes