The land upon which the ASB Campus sits – and its surrounding areas – was once filled with lush loʻi kalo (taro patches), nourished by the Nuuanu Stream, which flows alongside. Just as the loʻi nurtures the kalo within, ASB’s Loʻi Gallery provides a space for artists of Hawaii to share their talents with the community.
As part of ASB’s commitment to bringing real impact to the community, 20% of sales will benefit a local nonprofit selected by ASB. Remaining proceeds will go directly to the artists, further supporting Hawaii’s local art community.
Loʻi Gallery Artist
Beneficiary: Child and Family Service
See below for featured artists. For purchases and inquiries, please contact the artist directly.
Want to showcase your art in our Loʻi Gallery? Apply here.
Kris Goto
Intagram: @KGOTOART
Facebook: artofgoto
Kris Goto is a Honolulu-based artist originally from Kagoshima, Japan. She spent her formative years in Hong Kong and New Zealand before moving to Hawaii in 2006. Initially aspiring to become a manga artist, she drew inspiration from legendary creators such as Yuu Watase and Tezuka Osamu. This early passion laid the foundation for her intricate penwork and distinctive character-driven style, which continue to define her art today.
Deeply influenced by the island lifestyle and the rich blend of cultures in Hawaii, Kris has showcased her work in numerous exhibitions across the state, including at The Arts at Marks Garage and Greenroom Hawaii Gallery. Her art has also been exhibited internationally in Santa Cruz, California; Yokohama, Japan; and Guéthary, France.
In 2013, Kris expanded her artistic practice to include mural work. She has since created murals across Oʻahu, Japan, California, and France. Notable projects include large-scale pieces at the ʻAlohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach, the historic YWCA Oʻahu, and Shirahama in Wakayama, Japan. In 2023 and 2024, she participated in HAWAII WALLS, painting a mural at Palama Settlement and at the Puʻuhale Elementary School in Kalihi.
LOʻI GALLERY APPLICATION
How it works:
Hawaii artists may apply to have their artwork featured in the ASB Loʻi Gallery for four months. Selected artists will receive a stipend of $500 at the end of the showing and must donate 20% of proceeds to the designated nonprofit beneficiary for the rotation. Additional terms will be provided to selected artists. ASB will host a reception, where artists may invite their friends and family to join the festivities and invited guests receive an exclusive opportunity to view and purchase artwork unique to the gallery before it opens to the public.
Criteria:
Loʻi Gallery artwork must be:
- Original work, owned and created by the artist.
- Available for sale.
- .Mountable on drywall plaster, without plywood backing.
- Approved by American Savings Bank.
Loʻi Gallery artwork must not be:
- Offensive or contain nudity, violence or explicit language.
- Discriminatory against race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation or disability.
- Commissioned to a third party.
Submit your application by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and emailing us the following information:
- First and last name
- Contact information (e-mail and phone number)
- Summary of 10 - 15 art pieces (titles, prices and sizes)
- Pictures of artwork
- Social media handles