Dalani was honored to be among these wonderful artists, most of them good friends as well, from whom she has been able to learn, not only about their art disciplines, but about the foward movement of cultural artistry, preservation and interpretation in Hawaii today.  Virtually all of these artists are also teachers, instructors and cultural spokespeople, who very generously share their time, talents and knowledge about their chosen craft.  A special thanks to Kumu Hula Victoria Holt-Takamine, who is the lead organizer and visionary of MAMO and has worked tirelessly to ensure that native Hawaiian artists and practitioners are recognized and honored in the greater art community.
 
For more information about Ma`oli Arts Month, held every year in May, and about the participating artists, galleries and events, please visit their website at www.maoliartsmonth.org.