Bishop Museum’s newest exhibition Ea Mai ʻEiwa: Patterns of Practice features works by Nālani Kanakaʻole (1946–2026), Sig Zane, and Kūhaʻoʻīmaikalani Zane, a family of artists from Hilo, Hawaiʻi. From Nālani Kanakaʻole’s art direction and choreography to Sig Zane’s photography and textile design, and Kūhaʻoʻīmaikalani Zane’s graphic design and immersive installations, each artist channels ʻike carried through generations. The title is a reference to “Kūhaʻimoana,” a chant that describes the migration of a family of shark gods, the “structures of nine” that embody the tangible skills and talent held by each individual shark and the foundational rituals brought from Kahiki to Hawaiʻi that ensured their survival. The exhibition showcases how the three artists look to chants for data, knowledge holding and storytelling which become inspirational levers for their creative pieces.
On Sunday June 14, 2026, the exhibition will reveal new artwork created by Kūhaʻoʻīmaikalani Zane – titled “ʻIke Pāpālua.” To mark the new moon cycle and to honor this new art piece, we invite you to join the artist & designer for an intimate talk story session highlighted by a custom menu to explore his creative process, share moʻolelo behind his new work, and navigate the themes woven throughout the exhibition.
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