ABOUT

LISA LOUISE

ABOUT

LISA LOUISE

ABOUT LISA LOUISE ADAMS

I'm a seasoned Teaching Artist, having had the privilege to ignite the spark of creativity in thousands of students over three and a half decades.

I'm a catalyst for creative growth, helping others tap into their unique artistic potential. I'm often told that my encouraging and kind demeanor makes the journey of self-expression less daunting for my students.

My education journey has spanned nine universities, culminating in a Master's degree in Education. My thesis: "The Importance of Art in Education" reflects my deep-seated belief in the transformative power of art. I am a life long learner full of curiosity and I’ve taken hundreds of classes (a short cut by learning from the best!)

I draw inspiration and live in the beautiful, mystical rain forest of Volcano, on the Big Island of Hawaii.

I'm passionate about helping others connect to and

grow their creativity.

My unique blend of extensive educational background, hands-on artistic experience, and a deep connection with nature, fuels my ability to guide others in their creative journey.

If you're looking to grow your creativity, I've got the experience, the knowledge, and the passion to guide you on your journey. "

Join me in a fun experience of re-introducing ourselves to our deep creativity and possibility through Creative PLAY.

COLLECTIONS

The artwork of Lisa Louise Adams is in many collections throughout the United States, including the permanent collections of:

  • Honolulu Museum of Art

  • The Honolulu Printmakers

  • The Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts

  • The White House Christmas Ornament Collection

PUBLICATIONS

  • Patchwork Quilt Tsushin, Tokyo, Japan

  • Hawaiian Quilt Calendar, Island Heritage

  • At the Cutting Edge, Contemporary Hawaiian Quilts as Art, by Linda Arthur, Island Heritage

  • Hawaiian Bird Ornaments for the White House Christmas Tree, Hawaii Island Journal

  • Review of the Honolulu Printmaker’s show, Honolulu Star-Bulletin

  • Garden View Appliqué, by Faye Labanaris,

    American Quilters Society

  • Big Isle, Linekona Displays Eclectic Artistry, March

  • Contemporary Hawaiian Quilts, Hana Hou magazine

  • Kapa Kuiki Cards, Hawaiian Culture and Nature Quilt Deck, by Kahi Wight, Keauea

  • Papermaking with Hawaiian Plants, Islander magazine, Oct./Nov

  • Illustrations for Hawaii Blue, by Wayne Stier, Meru Publishing

ABOUT LISA LOUISE ADAMS

I'm a seasoned Teaching Artist, having had the privilege to ignite the spark of creativity in thousands of students over three and a half decades.

I'm a catalyst for creative growth, helping others tap into their unique artistic potential. I'm often told that my encouraging and kind demeanor makes the journey of self-expression less daunting for my students.

My education journey has spanned nine universities, culminating in a Master's degree in Education. My thesis: "The Importance of Art in Education" reflects my deep-seated belief in the transformative power of art. I am a life long learner full of curiosity and I’ve taken hundreds of classes (a short cut by learning from the best!)

I draw inspiration and live in the beautiful, mystical rain forest of Volcano, on the Big Island of Hawaii.

I'm passionate about helping others connect to and

grow their creativity.

My unique blend of extensive educational background, hands-on artistic experience, and a deep connection with nature, fuels my ability to guide others in their creative journey.

If you're looking to grow your creativity, I've got the experience, the knowledge, and the passion to guide you on your journey. "

Join me in a fun experience of re-introducing ourselves to our deep creativity and possibility through Creative PLAY.

COLLECTIONS

The artwork of Lisa Louise Adams is in many collections throughout the United States, including the permanent collections of:

  • Honolulu Museum of Art

  • The Honolulu Printmakers

  • The Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts

  • The White House Christmas Ornament Collection

PUBLICATIONS

  • Patchwork Quilt Tsushin, Tokyo, Japan

  • Hawaiian Quilt Calendar, Island Heritage

  • At the Cutting Edge, Contemporary Hawaiian Quilts as Art, by Linda Arthur, Island Heritage

  • Hawaiian Bird Ornaments for the White House Christmas Tree, Hawaii Island Journal

  • Review of the Honolulu Printmaker’s show, Honolulu Star-Bulletin

  • Garden View Appliqué, by Faye Labanaris,

    American Quilters Society

  • Big Isle, Linekona Displays Eclectic Artistry, March

  • Contemporary Hawaiian Quilts, Hana Hou magazine

  • Kapa Kuiki Cards, Hawaiian Culture and Nature Quilt Deck, by Kahi Wight, Keauea

  • Papermaking with Hawaiian Plants, Islander magazine, Oct./Nov

  • Illustrations for Hawaii Blue, by Wayne Stier, Meru Publishing

ART EDUCATION BACKGGROUND

  1. Art Teacher at Hilo High School, Hilo, Hawaii.

  2. Via the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, I train artists for the new Artists in the Schools Program entitled “Artistic Teaching Partners.”

  3. Art Resource teacher at The Volcano School of Arts and Sciences, teaching kindergarten through sixth graders the foundations of the Visual Arts.

  4. I’ve been teaching adults how to make quilts, dolls, books and prints and how to use polymer clay at various locations on the Mainland and at Quilt Hawaii.

  5. Through the Artist in the Schools program, I spent two weeks teaching 200 students at the Wailupe Valley Elementary School on Oahu how to make paper and handmade books. Their enthusiasm was contagious!

  6. Taught two week-long “August Arts for Kids” programs at the Volcano Art Center, where 7-12 year olds made paper, prints, paintings, poetry, books and polymer clay creations.

  7. Opened Spiral Triangle Studios, where I continue to teach children and adult pottery classes and occasional workshops on drawing, bookmaking and quilting.

  8. Demonstrated bookmaking at the Hawaii Public Library in Honolulu and at the Mission Houses Museum, where I taught children how to sew their own books.

  9. Helped set up the pottery facility at the Volcano Art Center’s Studio 82 where I taught and maintained an open pottery studio for the community and helped arrange workshops with visiting instructors.

  10. Began teaching pottery to adults through the Department of Education at Konawaena High school in Kona. I also taught pottery to children at the South Kona Educational Association.

ART EDUCATION BACKGGROUND

  1. Art Teacher at Hilo High School, Hilo, Hawaii.

  2. Via the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, I train artists for the new Artists in the Schools Program entitled “Artistic Teaching Partners.”

  3. Art Resource teacher at The Volcano School of Arts and Sciences, teaching kindergarten through sixth graders the foundations of the Visual Arts.

  4. I’ve been teaching adults how to make quilts, dolls, books and prints and how to use polymer clay at various locations on the Mainland and at Quilt Hawaii.

  5. Through the Artist in the Schools program, I spent two weeks teaching 200 students at the Wailupe Valley Elementary School on Oahu how to make paper and handmade books. Their enthusiasm was contagious!

  6. Taught two week-long “August Arts for Kids” programs at the Volcano Art Center, where 7-12 year olds made paper, prints, paintings, poetry, books and polymer clay creations.

  7. Opened Spiral Triangle Studios, where I continue to teach children and adult pottery classes and occasional workshops on drawing, bookmaking and quilting.

  8. Demonstrated bookmaking at the Hawaii Public Library in Honolulu and at the Mission Houses Museum, where I taught children how to sew their own books.

  9. Helped set up the pottery facility at the Volcano Art Center’s Studio 82 where I taught and maintained an open pottery studio for the community and helped arrange workshops with visiting instructors.

  10. Began teaching pottery to adults through the Department of Education at Konawaena High school in Kona. I also taught pottery to children at the South Kona Educational Association.

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